40 - 50cm Tradescantia Yellow Hill Houseplant 17cm Hanging Pot

Tradescantia 'Yellow Hill' stands out with its striking yellow and green variegated leaves. The leaves are typically ovate, with shades of green interwoven with bright yellow or cream, giving a lush, tropical look. This variety is a fast-growing trailing plant...
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40 - 50cm Tradescantia Yellow Hill Houseplant 17cm Hanging Pot

40 - 50cm Tradescantia Yellow Hill Houseplant 17cm Hanging Pot

£49.99 £39.99

40 - 50cm Tradescantia Yellow Hill Houseplant 17cm Hanging Pot

£49.99 £39.99

Tradescantia 'Yellow Hill' stands out with its striking yellow and green variegated leaves. The leaves are typically ovate, with shades of green interwoven with bright yellow or cream, giving a lush, tropical look. This variety is a fast-growing trailing plant that can add a beautiful pop of colour to any space. It’s ideal for hanging planters, shelf edges, or even as a ground cover in warmer climates.

Care Guide

Light

  • Bright, Indirect Light: Tradescantia 'Yellow Hill' thrives in bright, indirect sunlight. This lighting keeps its variegation vibrant and promotes healthy growth.
  • Low Light Tolerance: It can tolerate lower light conditions, but the colours may fade or become less vibrant.
  • Direct Sunlight: While it can handle some morning sunlight, prolonged direct sun may scorch its leaves, especially in summer.

Watering

  • Moderate: Tradescantia prefers evenly moist soil, but it’s crucial not to let it sit in waterlogged soil. Water once the top inch of soil is dry.
  • Humidity: Tradescantia enjoys higher humidity levels, though it can adapt to average indoor humidity. Mist regularly or place it near a humidifier in dry conditions.

Temperature

  • Ideal Range: The plant grows best in temperatures between 15-24°C (60-75°F).
  • Avoid Cold Drafts: Tradescantia 'Yellow Hill' is not frost-tolerant, so keep it away from chilly spots or temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Soil

  • Well-draining Soil: A standard potting mix with added perlite works well. Tradescantia 'Yellow Hill' prefers soil that retains some moisture but drains well.

Fertiliser

  • Feeding Schedule: Feed every 4-6 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser at half strength.
  • Avoid Overfeeding: Tradescantia is sensitive to over-fertilisation, which can cause root burn and leaf damage.

Pruning

  • Trimming for Fullness: Regular pruning encourages bushier growth and prevents the plant from becoming too leggy. Cut back leggy stems to encourage new growth.
  • Propagation: Tradescantia 'Yellow Hill' is easy to propagate through stem cuttings. Place cuttings in water or soil, and they’ll root within a few weeks.

Common Problems

  • Leggy Growth: This can occur if the plant isn't getting enough light. Move it to a brighter spot and trim back to promote bushiness.
  • Brown Leaf Tips: Often caused by low humidity or lack of water. Increase watering slightly or mist the plant to improve humidity.
  • Pests: Tradescantias can occasionally attract pests like spider mites or aphids. Check the plant regularly and treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil if needed.

Summary

Tradescantia 'Yellow Hill' is an easy-to-care-for, colourful plant that adapts well to most indoor environments. With its quick growth and low-maintenance needs, it’s an excellent choice for plant lovers of all experience levels. Keep it in bright, indirect light, water moderately, and enjoy its beautiful, trailing foliage for years to come.

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Tropical Glasshouse Nursery: Our plants are nurtured in our tropical glasshouse nursery located in Lincolnshire, where we maintain an average temperature of 16°C. We do not use cold warehouses, ensuring optimal conditions for plant health.

Plastic Nursery Pots: All our plants are supplied in practical plastic nursery pots. If you prefer a more decorative option, we offer a range of stylish pots available for purchase separately.

Non-Consumable: Please note that our plants are intended for ornamental purposes only unless specifically stated as edible. Ensure you check product descriptions carefully if you are looking for edible varieties.

Variable Heights: The height of our plants can vary by approximately +/- 10%. This natural fluctuation ensures you receive a unique and healthy specimen.

Plant Pot Sizes: Pot sizes may vary by approximately +/- 1cm. To ensure a proper fit, we recommend selecting a decorative pot that is 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For instance, if you purchase a plant in a 17cm pot, a 18 - 19cm decorative pot would be ideal.

Quarantining: All our houseplants are regularly sprayed with a preventative systemic bug treatment. We do our best to ensure a bug free growing environment however sometimes these can unfortunately be missed, as such we always recommend quarantining plants when they first enter your home and checking them upon arrival for bugs.
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