Wandering Jew Tradescantia Zebrina Plant. 9+ Cuttings Burgundy Silver Purple

Description

About 9+ cuttings 6+” long . Live plants .They are awsome houseplants. All they need are rich and moist organic soil to grow. You can grow them in a container or a hanging basket. They are low light plant so they do very fine inside. Common Name(s) Wandering jew plant, inch plant, flowering inch plant
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Scientific Name Tradescantia zebrina, Tradescantia fluminensis
Family Commelinaceae
Origin Mexico
Height Up to 6 feet
Light Bright, indirect sun
Water Average-medium
Temperature 50-80°F
Humidity Average
Soil Slightly moist
Fertilizer Half strength liquid
Propagation Cuttings
Pests Root rot, spider mites, aphids.
Wandering jew plants have green, heart-shaped leaves with purple stripes and a silvery sheen to them. Depending on the variety, the leaves can be solid or variegated. Blooms are small with three petals and can be violet or white. Wandering Jew Plant Care
All types of wandering jew plants are fairly easy to care for. As long as you give them a good amount of light and prune regularly, you should enjoy your tradescantia for many years.
Light
This is a houseplant that really thrives in bright but indirect sunlight. The brighter the light you provide your wandering jew plant, the more flowers it will produce.
If it's not getting enough light, the brightly-colored foliage will begin to fade.
Water
These plants are happy as long as they're not kept soaked or allowed to be completely dry too long. Keeping the soil evenly moist is the best.
You'll know it's ready for more water when the soil is dry to at least 1/2" deep. Give it a good drink but be sure that the pot drains well.
Soil
You can use a standard houseplant potting mix for your wandering jew, but they'll do even better if you give them soil that has more organic matter.
To make your own soil mixture, add equal parts of the following: Perlite or coarse sand
Peat or humus
Garden soil
A light dusting of lime
A handful of rich, organic compost
You're looking for the perfect balance of water retention and draining ability, so give the plant a watering and watch to see which way your soil tends to go, then adjust accordingly.
Fertilizer
Use a water-soluble fertilizer at least twice a month during the growing season. Be sure to dilute it down to 50% strength to avoid nutrient burn on the foliage.
You can also use a slow-release fertilizer to the soil once a year. Pests
The most prominent pests you'll deal with on wandering jew plants are spider mites. They love warm, dry areas, so one good way to counter them is to keep humidity high or mist your wandering jew plant.
If that doesn't work, you can wash the plant off with water to knock the mites off of the plant. For even more serious infestations, you should remove infested areas and use a systemic insecticide.
Diseases
Most diseases you'll run into are related to over watering. Root rot is a big problem with most houseplants, and has two causes:
You are watering too much
Your soil retains too much water
If you have problem #1, simply water less often! If you have problem #2, add some perlite or coarse sand to your soil mix. You can also add rocks to the bottom of the pot to improve drainage.
FAQs
Q. I'm trying to take cuttings of wandering jew, but they keep rotting. How can I prevent this?
A. Your cuttings are probably suffering from a fungal infection. To prevent this, make sure to use a sterilized cutting instrument and dip in chlorox, then rooting hormone before you place your cuttings in soil.
Q. How do I know how far to place my wandering jew away from a window or light source?
A. Leave your plant where it is and monitor the color of the leaves. If they start to lose their bright colors, it's a clear-cut sign that the plant needs more light. Move it closer to the window and keep watching the leaves until the color starts to come back on new growth.
Q. I'm having trouble rooting cuttings in soil. Can I do anything else?
A. Many gardeners have success rooting their wandering jew cuttings directly in water. Just be sure to sterilize and change the water every so often so it remains fresh and free from any pathogens. When you see roots, plant in potting mix.
be sure to check for pests and problems before bringing them back indoors.
Watch for spider mites, aphids, scale insects and mealybugs.
I do use insecticidal soap and Neem oil (organic) when fungus gnats and such pests are present, but this rare.
I periodically release ladybugs into the greenhouse and they take care of most of the pests.
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PLEASE NOTE: I am a simple home gardener. I combine my practical experience with my research on the internet to provide you with basic information on this item. Internet research can be a challenge as "authorities" and lay folk offer numerous varying opinions. The information I provide is for my growing zone, and may not work in other zones. Please do your own research on how to grow and maintain this item in your planting zone.
Thank you for your interest and happy gardening. Carla Harwood