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Back to buying options2 Purple Heart Live Plants, 4–6 Inch Tall, No Pot, Tradescantia pallida, Purple Queen Trailing Foliage Plant
Add bold, vibrant color to your garden or plant collection with this set of 2 live Purple Heart plants (Tradescantia pallida, formerly Setcreasea pallida). Known for their rich purple stems and elongated violet-purple foliage, these fast-growing ornamental plants create beautiful contrast in containers, hanging baskets, garden borders, ground covers, and mixed landscape displays.
You will receive 2 healthy young starter plants approximately 4–6 inches tall. The plants ship WITHOUT nursery pots, with their roots and soil carefully wrapped to help retain moisture during transit. Multiple plants may be packaged together, so gently separate them after unpacking.
Please note that listing photos may show mature plants for reference. Your plants are young starters and may appear smaller or less full when received. Foliage color can also vary depending on sunlight and growing conditions.
You will receive:
✔️ 2 live Purple Heart plants
✔️ Height: approximately 4–6 inches each
✔️ Botanical name: Tradescantia pallida
✔️ Healthy, rooted starter plants
✔️ Ships WITHOUT nursery pots
✔️ Roots shipped wrapped with soil
✔️ Vibrant purple foliage and stems
✔️ Fast-growing trailing and spreading habit
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Purple Heart / Purple Queen
Botanical Name: Tradescantia pallida
Plant Type: Evergreen or herbaceous trailing perennial depending on climate
Growth Stage: Young rooted starter plants
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; brighter light generally supports stronger purple coloration
Soil: Loose, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate during establishment; allow some drying between waterings once established
Mature Height: Approximately 1–2 feet
Mature Spread: Approximately 2–4 feet depending on growing conditions
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: Generally 7–11, with winter survival depending on local conditions
Container Friendly: Yes
💡 Care Tip: Unpack your Purple Heart plants promptly and gently separate them if packaged together. Since they arrive without pots, transplant them into containers or suitable garden soil and water thoroughly. Gradually acclimate young plants to stronger sunlight after shipping. Regular trimming or pinching can encourage denser, bushier growth, while brighter light helps maintain the plant’s distinctive deep-purple foliage.
