Tradescantia ‘Purple Sabre’ is a vigorous trailing perennial grown for its long, narrow, deep purple leaves and fast‑spreading habit. Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and indoor plant displays, where it provides strong colour contrast and texture.
Supplied as young, well‑rooted 5cm plug plants, this variety establishes quickly once potted on and produces cascading growth when kept warm and bright. In the UK, Tradescantia is best grown as a houseplant or treated as a tender perennial outdoors during the warmer months.
Suitable for indoor growing year‑round or outdoor use after the risk of frost has passed.
Key Features
🌿 Deep purple, sword‑shaped foliage
🌿 Fast‑growing trailing habit
🌿 Ideal for hanging baskets, containers & houseplants
🌿 Tender perennial – protect from frost
🌿 Supplied as healthy 5cm plug plants
Postage & Packaging
📦 FREE UK Postage
📮 Sent via Royal Mail 48 Tracked
♻️ Securely packed using recycled and recyclable materials
🚚 Automatic RM24 upgrade when ordering multiple packs where applicable
Growing Information
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Position: Bright light, light direct sun tolerated
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Soil: Free‑draining compost once potted
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Watering: Water regularly; avoid waterlogging
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Hardiness: Tender – protect from frost
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Use: Houseplants, hanging baskets, containers, summer patio displays
What You’ll Receive
✅ 3 × Tradescantia ‘Purple Sabre’ plug plants
✅ Supplied as healthy young plants at an early stage of growth
✅ Ready for potting on and growing