Spiderwort, a family of drought-resistant leaf and flower plants

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Planting spiderwort

Indifferently in fall or spring.
Select a spot that doesn’t get too hot.

Propagating spiderwort

Propagation through crown division or sowing directly in the ground in spring. Cuttings also work for species with many nodes, like wandering Jew.

Three ways to make more spiderwort

Spiderwort can be increased in three different ways, and the one to pick depends on the plant you already have. Here is what each method asks for and what it suits best.

Whichever method you choose, settle the young plants in a spot that does not get too hot.

Trimming spiderwort

Remove wilted flowers regularly (deadheading).

All there is to know about spiderwort

Although the name “spiderwort” sounds somewhat creepy, this plant has a cute summer blooming.

Its petals twinkle in colors like sky blue, pink, white or purple depending on the variety, and match the evergreen green of its foliage. They appeal to many different pollinators (here, a hoverfly).

This plant is bloated with water, which makes it one of the plants that best resist drought.

Landscaping with spiderwort

A favorite for edges, spiderwort will serve to mark borders. Excellent choice for rocky terrain. Pair with other drought resistant plants for a container like the curry plant, shrubby bindweed or lavender that will grow upwards as your spiderwort trails over the edge to the ground.

Very easy to care for, you can set it up in a hanging pot for it to sway down towards the ground, or in a flower bed with a lattice that it can climb up along.

Smart tip about spiderwort

For the soil to stay moist enough, try to mulch the foot of the plant in summer.