The Tradescantia Continental Group are a range of white-flowered hybrids of unknown origin. ‘Pink Dragon’ is a small cultivar with compact stems. The slightly rounded leaves have stable pink and silvery-green variegation, and are covered in bristly hairs.
🌱 How to Take Care – Tradescantia 'Pink Dragon':
Water when the top inch of soil is dry—keep lightly moist but never soggy. Use a well-draining potting mix with added perlite. Prefers bright, indirect light to bring out the pink and green variegation. Thrives in temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) with moderate to high humidity.
🏡 Optimal Placement:
Perfect for hanging baskets, window ledges, or bright shelves. Suitable for indoor spaces with filtered light or shaded outdoor areas in warm climates.
⚡ Growth Tips:
Pinch back stems to encourage fuller growth. Fertilize monthly in spring and summer with diluted balanced fertilizer. Avoid letting the plant sit in water. Easily propagated from stem cuttings in water or soil.