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Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer

Tradescantia ohiensis 'Mrs Loewer'

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Groundcover

Height

12 inches

Width

18 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Moist, well-drained soil

Humidity

Prefers moderate humidity

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

Eastern North America

Toxicity

Non-toxic to humans and pets

The Story

Plant Bio

Tradescantia ohiensis, commonly known as Ohio Spiderwort, is a perennial herbaceous plant with arching stems, grass-like foliage, and vibrant blue to purple three-petaled flowers that bloom throughout the summer. The cultivar Mrs Loewer is distinguished by its more compact growth habit and deeper, more intense blue flowers, making it particularly attractive and suitable for borders and container planting.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Provides lush greenery and vibrant blue flowers, enhancing shaded garden areas.

Ideal as groundcover to suppress weeds in moist, shaded spots.

Supports pollinators like bees and butterflies with nectar.

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Planting

How to Grow

Tuck seeds or cuttings into moist soil, keep evenly moist for 2 weeks.
Place in partial shade or full sun, ensuring soil remains moist.
Water regularly during dry spells, especially in first year.
Fertilize with balanced fertilizer in early spring for best growth.
Divide clumps every 2-3 years in early spring to encourage vigor.
Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.

Pro Tip

Ensure consistent moisture and avoid overly dry conditions for best foliage and flowering.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
Divide every 2-3 years to maintain health
Apply balanced fertilizer in spring
Mulch to conserve moisture

Don't

Allow soil to dry out completely ❌
Over-fertilize which can reduce flowering
Ignore pruning, which keeps plant tidy

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Divide
Prune
Spring Cleanup

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Shaded rock gardenMoist border with lush foliage

Companion Plants

Fern Hosta Astilbe Ligularia Japanese Forest Grass

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer questions

What zones can Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer grow in?

Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer deer resistant?

Not reliably. Deer may browse Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.

When does Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer bloom?

Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer typically blooms in mid-summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer need full sun?

Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Ohio Spiderwort Mrs Loewer handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.