The Wandering Jew, Wandering Dude, Inch Plant, Spiderwort or Tradescantia Zebrina is a houseplant that can be grown in a hanging basket to show off its long beautiful trailing vines or kept contained and compact in a pot. Very versatile, very easy and very hard to kill, makes this a very good indoor plant to have around.
Light
The Wandering Dude thrives in bright to medium light conditions. To maintain the most striking contrast of vivid colours give it bright diffused light.
Watering
Water well during the growing season and allow to dry-out between waterings.
If the plant sits in wet soil for long periods it will cause root rot. Reduce the amount of watering in winter.
Humidity
The Tradescantia zebrina does prefer increased levels of humidity but will tolerate normal conditions. For an added boost, mist regularly, or relocate to a steamier room such as the kitchen or bathroom.
Feed
Liquid fertiliser can be applied during the growing season, once a month or so should be sufficient
Height & Growth Rate
The Inch Plant is fast-growing and typically develops long trails capable of being trained to climb. These can be cut back to maintain desired length and look.
Toxicity
The Inch Plant is mildly toxic to pets.
Keep away from animals.
Blozem Hints 🍀
🌿Fade to grey! This plant thrives in damp soil, too dry and it will look slightly grey and washed out with some curling and crisping of the leaves.
🌿Bright diffused lighting will encourage the Zebrina’s impressive hues to reach their full potential.
🌿Pinch out the tips and dead leaves to create a bushier plant. Older leaves brown and die-off as they age, remove these to keep the plant looking fresh.
