Tradescantia andersoniana 'Angel Eyes' - 2026

Tradescantia andersoniana 'Angel Eyes' is a clump-forming perennial with narrow, grassy green leaves and a long season of delicate, day-opening flowers. Each bloom is a pale pink to lilac eye with a contrasting yellow centre that gives the cultivar its name; individual flowers last a day but are produced continuously from early summer to early autumn, creating an extended, airy display. The overall habit is neat and arching, ideal for softening the front of mixed borders, pond edges or damp beds.

Beyond its ornamental appeal, 'Angel Eyes' brings ecological value: the open, nectar-rich flowers are readily visited by bees and other pollinators, and the plant performs well in moist soils where many perennials flourish. It prefers full sun to partial shade, tolerates heavier soils if they are not waterlogged, and is low-maintenance once established. Regular trimming after peak flowering keeps the clumps tidy and encourages a fresh flush of growth; it also works well in containers or informal drifts for continual seasonal interest.