PERENNIAL 'Sweet Kate' Spiderwort

Sweet Kate Spiderwort
Tradescantia andersoniana ‘Sweet Kate’

Bright, electric golden foliage makes Sweet Kate Spiderwort a standout perennial in the garden. Its vivid chartreuse leaves create a striking contrast against clusters of rich violet-blue flowers that bloom from late spring through summer. This easy-care perennial adds bold color and texture to borders, cottage gardens, woodland edges, and pollinator plantings.

Sweet Kate thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. The foliage remains brightest in sunnier locations, while afternoon shade helps protect plants in hotter climates. Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators love the nectar-rich blooms, while deer tend to leave it alone. Its graceful arching habit and long bloom season make it an excellent companion plant for hostas, ferns, coneflowers, and ornamental grasses.

• Botanical Name: Tradescantia andersoniana ‘Sweet Kate’
• Common Name: Sweet Kate Spiderwort
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Mature Size: 18–24” tall and wide
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Hardiness Zones: 4–9
• Bloom Color: Violet-blue
• Foliage Color: Bright golden chartreuse
• Attracts: Bees & butterflies
• Deer Resistant: Yes