Tradescantia 'Green-Yellow'

Green and Yellow Inch Plant | Tradescantia fluminensis ‘Yellow Hill’ | Variegated Spiderwort | Wandering Dude

Tradescantia Green-Yellow is a fast‑growing, trailing foliage plant (grown as an annual or houseplant in cooler climates) prized for its striking, lance-shaped leaves striped with vibrant shades of bright green, lime, and creamy yellow. This vigorous selection from the Tradescantia family is known for its cascading habit, exceptional ease of care, and ability to brighten up any display. Its eye-catching foliage creates stunning contrast, making it a standout choice for hanging baskets, elevated patio containers, terrariums, and bright indoor spaces. With its lush form and reliable performance in warm, humid conditions, Green and Yellow Inch Plant offers bold, dynamic texture with minimal maintenance.

Growing Tradescantia Green-Yellow

Light: Bright, indirect light; thrives indoors near a sunny window and produces the most vibrant yellow variegation with plenty of light, but requires protection from harsh, direct afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch.

Soil: Rich, well‑drained soil; highly adaptable but performs best in standard, fertile potting mixtures.

Water: Moderate; water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings.

Maintenance: Pinching back the growing vines regularly encourages a bushier shape and prevents the plant from becoming leggy. Cuttings can be easily rooted in water or soil.

Wildlife: Grown primarily for its ornamental foliage; generally resistant to deer and rabbits.

Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 9–11; grown as an annual or overwintered indoors as a houseplant in cooler regions.

Shipping Info

Tradescantia Green-Yellow plants are shipped as healthy young starts in 4" nursery pots. Allow 1–2 weeks after arrival for plants to recover from shipping and resume active growth before repotting or planting outdoors.