How do you propagate Wandering Jew Plants?

It is extremely simple to propagate your Pink Wandering Jew plant. First, cut a stem about 4 to 6 inches long that already has several leaves on it. Ideally, this should be one of the healthiest and strongest stems. Next remove the leaves at the bottom of the stem, and place it in a jar of water. Make sure that there are no leaves under the surface of the water, or they could rot.We recommend you change the water every couple of days to keep it clean. After a few weeks, the cutting should begin to root. You will begin to see little white roots branching off the green stem you placed in the water. Allow it to develop a couple of weeks longer before transferring to potting soil. After potting, give it a good, deep watering.

Is Wandering Jew Toxic to Cats?

The Pink Wandering Jew plant is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Contact with this plant can result in dermatitis, or skin irritation. The sap within its stems will bother your pet's digestive tract if ingested. It is important to take all preventative precautions, or choose one of the many non-toxic plants we have available. Read our blog to find a list of pet-friendly houseplants!

How to Prune Wandering Jew Plants?

In reference to its name, Pink Wandering Jew plants grow long tendrils that can spread, or hang, depending on where the plant is placed. Try placing your plant in a hanging pot, its vines will hang beautifully as your plant grows. If you would rather keep the plant compact, you can trim off new growth and long stems. This can be done at any point in the year. In addition, it is important to remove dead or dying stems to maintain the plant's health and vigor.

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Q: What is the best light for My Pink Wandering Jew Plant?

Pink Wandering Jew Plants need bright, indirect light. Place your plant in a north or east-facing window to help enhance its vibrant foliage. However, too much direct sunlight will cause the purple and pink colors of the foliage to fade. Outside, Wandering Jew Plants don't handle full sun very well. This plant prefers shade or part sun to maintain its variegated foliage. Too much light will burn the leaves.

Q: How do I fertilize Pink Wandering Jew Plants?

When fertilizing your Pink Wandering Jew plant, any all-purpose foliage fertilizer works great. If you're looking for a powder, quick release fertilizer check out Jack's Classic Indoor plant food. You simply mix it with water to provide quick nutrients to your plant. Osmocote Indoor/Outdoor is a granular option that is a slow release fertilizer that should be applied when potting or planting.

Q: What is the best soil for pink Wandering Jew Plants?

Wandering Jew Plants require a very well-draining soil. They also prefer their soil to be slightly dryer in between watering. Regular potting mix with sand works well for plants potted in containers. Also make sure your plant is potted in a a pot with drainage holes. This will help any excess water to drain out instead of sit at the bottom of your pot. If planting outside, try to avoid any areas where your soil will get too moist.

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Tradescantia zebrina 'Quadricolor' is an incredible spiderwort variety that sports uniquely striped variegated foliage. Hence the name; you can spot four unique hues, from white to green, pink to purple, striped vertically along the foliage.

Despite their intricate foliage, these houseplants have a relatively simple care regimen. The Quadricolor Tradescantia enjoys bright indirect light. Additionally, these plants enjoy drying out between waterings. It is important to note that the less light this plant receives, the leggier it will look.

Place this plant on a high shelf with indirect light and watch as this plant trails beautifully throughout your home and creates a unique accent of color in your space.

Growzone: 9-11

Tradescantia Quadricolor Hardiness Zone 9-11

Hardiness Zone:	9-11
Mature Height:	6 to 8 Inches
Mature Width:	36 to 40 Inches
Classification:	Colorful foliage
Sunlight:	Bright, indirect light to full sun (if outdoors)
Habit:	Vine
Flower Color:	Small purple flowers occasionally
Foliage:	Purple, green, pink, and silver; variegated
Soil Condition:	Likes to dry out occasionally
Water Requirements:	Likes to dry out between watering
Uses:	Excellent as a border or in a container or hanging basket, inside or out

How to Care for Tradescantia Quadricolor

Before you buy a Tradescantia Quadricolor, make sure to read about the care instructions that are required and recommended to keep this plant healthy and thriving!

What is the best light for My Tradescantia Quadricolor?

Tradescantia Quadricolor need bright, indirect light. Place your plant in a north or east-facing window to help enhance its vibrant foliage. However, too much direct sunlight will cause the purple and pink colors of the foliage to fade. Outside, Wandering Jew Plants don't handle full sun very well. This plant prefers shade or part sun to maintain its variegated foliage. Too much light will burn the leaves.

How do I fertilize Tradescantia Quadricolor Plants?

When fertilizing your Tradescantia Quadricolor plant, any all-purpose foliage fertilizer works great. If you're looking for a powder, quick release fertilizer check out Jack's Classic Indoor plant food. You simply mix it with water to provide quick nutrients to your plant. Osmocote Indoor/Outdoor is a granular option that is a slow release fertilizer that should be applied when potting or planting.

How do I water My Tradescantia Quadricolor?

It is okay to allow your house plant to dry out on occasion. They don't do best when sitting in water for too long. If they are watered too often they will usually get crown rot, meaning the plant will die from the roots upward. We recommend watering your Tradescantia Quadricolor plant weekly during the summer, and less frequently in the cooler winter months.

What is the best soil for Tradescantia Quadricolor Plants?

Tradescantia Quadricolor Plants require a very well-draining soil. They also prefer their soil to be slightly dryer in between watering. Regular potting mix with sand works well for plants potted in containers. Also make sure your plant is potted in a a pot with drainage holes. This will help any excess water to drain out instead of sit at the bottom of your pot. If planting outside, try to avoid any areas where your soil will get too moist.