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Ohio Spiderwort

Tradescantia ohiensis

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Description:

Common names: Spiderwort, Ohio Spiderwort, Bluejacket, Snotweed. Native of central & eastern North America. Zones: 4-9. Height: 2 - 4 feet. Spread: 1 - 2 feet. Bloom time: June - October. Attracts: Bumble bees, Halictine bees and Syrphid flies.

Habitat:

Light: Full - Partial Sun. Water: Medium - Dry. Native Habitat: Woodland borders, moist meadows near woods or rivers, roadside ditches.

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PublishedDecember 6, 2011

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