Concord Grape Spiderwort

Concord Grape Spiderwort (Tradescantia 'Concord Grape')

Concord Grape Spiderwort (Tradescantia 'Concord Grape') is a vigorous, long-blooming perennial prized for its deep purple flowers and gracefully arching foliage. This adaptable and easy-care variety is an excellent addition to perennial borders, rain gardens, and pollinator plantings, providing months of color and interest.

Distinctive Features

'Concord Grape' forms an attractive clump of narrow, arching green leaves that create a soft, grassy texture in the garden. From late spring through summer, clusters of rich purple, three-petaled flowers bloom continuously, each lasting only a day but replaced rapidly by new buds. The deep grape-hued blooms provide a stunning contrast against the bright green foliage and attract bees and butterflies. This variety grows 18 to 24 inches tall and spreads up to 24 inches wide, forming a lush, low-maintenance display.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
• Water: Requires regular watering; thrives in damp or boggy conditions.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9, making it widely adaptable.

Ideal Uses

• Perennial Borders: Provides continuous blooms throughout the summer.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Rain Gardens: Thrives in damp soils and moist conditions.
• Wildlife Gardens: Offers nectar for pollinators.
• Mass Plantings: Creates a bold, colorful display.

Low Maintenance Care

Concord Grape Spiderwort is an easy-to-grow perennial that requires minimal maintenance.

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Pruning: Cut back spent flower stems to encourage continuous blooming.
• Fertilizing: Benefits from compost or a balanced fertilizer in spring.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free; deer and rabbit resistant.
• Winter Care: Cut back dead foliage in fall for a tidy appearance.

Why Choose Concord Grape Spiderwort?

Concord Grape Spiderwort is a resilient and long-blooming perennial that offers striking color and pollinator-friendly benefits.

• Rich Purple Blooms: Provides months of vibrant color.
• Graceful, Arching Foliage: Adds a soft texture to plantings.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees and butterflies.
• Thrives in Moist Soil: Ideal for rain gardens and damp areas.
• Low Maintenance: Requires little care once established.

For a bold and long-lasting summer bloomer, Concord Grape Spiderwort (Tradescantia 'Concord Grape') is an outstanding choice.