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In Panama: Amor de hombre, purpurina

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Purple heart

Tradescantia pallida

In Panama it’s called Amor de hombre, purpurina

Deep purple for planters, ground cover and hanging pots. It's very hardy, grows very fast, and direct sun intensifies its color.

$8.00approx.We'll confirm availability
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  • Free delivery in Panama City with a $35 minimum order. In other areas, the cost depends on the route and province.

Its vibe and where to put it

  • Energy & joy
  • Love

Put it in: Sunny balcony, Hanging pot.

It's Mexican, and its genus is named after John Tradescant, gardener to King Charles I of England. The more sun it gets, the more purple it turns.

Latin America: a must in patios and planters.

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How to decorate with it

Ideal for

  • House with patio or garden
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Beach house

Plant care sheet

Light
Direct sun or partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Growth
Very fast
Ideal spot
Outdoor planters, ground cover and hanging pots

Care

  • Direct sun or partial shade; the more sun, the more intense the purple.
  • Moderate watering.
  • Very fast growth: ideal as ground cover or in a hanging pot.

Pairs well with

Plants for the same space or with the same light.

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Purple heartapprox. $5.00
Purple heart
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