Purple Heart (Tradescantia pallida)

Purple Heart (Tradescantia pallida) is a striking groundcover plant known for its deep purple foliage and delicate violet flowers. This vibrant, low-maintenance perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and brings bold color to borders, containers, and landscape beds. Highly drought-tolerant and heat-adapted, it performs exceptionally well in Southern New Mexico’s climate and perfect for adding long-lasting contrast and texture to xeriscapes and modern garden designs.

Highlights:
• Bold, deep purple foliage for high visual impact
• Delicate violet flowers add seasonal interest
• Excellent for borders, containers, and groundcover
• Heat- and drought-tolerant once established
• Low-maintenance and fast-growing

Bloom: Spring–Fall
Flower: Violet
Height: 6" – 12"
Spread: 1' – 2'
Exposure: Full Sun – Part Shade
Water: Low
Hardiness: Zones 7 – 11
Learn More: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tradescantia_pallida
USDA Zone: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/