What it is: This listing is Tradescantia sillamontana (white velvet / cobweb spiderwort). Our photos show soft fuzzy pale foliage.

Light: Bright, filtered or bright indirect light suits most Tradescantia; too little light leads to leggy stems and dull colour (NC State Extension). Protect from harsh afternoon sun. A grow bulb can help in dark winters.

Watering & care: Water when the top inch of mix is dry; keep it moist but well drained (NC State Extension). Pinch back stems to encourage fuller growth and prevent legginess (NC State Extension). Water less in winter.

Humidity: Average home humidity is usually fine; Tradescantia also tolerates higher humidity (NC State Extension). A pebble tray gives only a small, local boost if winter air is very dry.

Temperature: Keep it in a comfortable room—about 18–24 °C (65–75 °F) suits zebrina-type plants (NC State Extension). Bring tropical types indoors before nights drop below about 10 °C (50 °F) (NC State Extension).

Winter indoors: In winter, keep it away from cold drafts and heating vents, water less often as growth slows, and still check the mix before watering. Trim leggy stems in spring to refresh the plant (NC State Extension).

Expected indoor size: As a houseplant, NC State Extension lists inch-plant type Tradescantia about 15–23 cm (6–9 in) tall with stems that trail about 30–60 cm (1–2 ft) or more if you let them. How large yours gets depends on light, warmth, pot size, pruning and care, and we can't promise a particular trail length or leaf size.

Feeding: Feed lightly in spring and summer while it is growing; our Schultz All Purpose Plant Food works at a light dilution. Ease off in fall and winter.

Pets & pests: The watery sap and leaves of some Tradescantia can irritate skin; gloves are wise when pruning (NC State Extension). Inch plant (Tradescantia) is toxic to dogs, cats and horses; contact can cause dermatitis (ASPCA; NC State Extension). Keep it out of reach of pets and children. Watch for spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, scale, thrips and whiteflies (NC State Extension).

About your plant: Every plant is a little different. Size, fullness and leaf count vary from plant to plant and change with age and light; young plants may not yet show mature leaf features, so we can't promise a particular leaf size or shape. The size option (4", 6") refers to the pot diameter. It does not guarantee an exact plant height, trail length or leaf count. Photos show typical plants from our greenhouse, not the specific plant you will receive. The shared gallery image shows other Tradescantia as inspiration.