Tradescantia andersoniana 'Little White Doll' - 2026

Tradescantia ‘Little White Doll’ is a delicate and compact perennial that brings a soft, luminous presence to shaded and semi-shaded garden spots. The foliage comprises neat clumps of narrow, grass-like mid-green leaves, forming a tidy mound that provides attractive texture even when not flowering. When the flowering season arrives, it produces abundant three-petalled blossoms that are pure white, accented in the centre with hint of pale blue and rich golden stamens. The contrast of the bright flowers against the green leaves gives a fresh, tranquil appearance well suited for lighter planting schemes, soft borders, or as underplanting beneath larger shrubs.

In ecological terms, this cultivar offers good value to pollinators, particularly bees, which are drawn to its bright stamens and nectar-rich flowers. It prefers moist, fertile soil that is well-drained, and tolerates light conditions from full sun to partial shade (partial shade helping in hotter exposures to protect the foliage). Regular removal of spent flowers helps maintain appearance and encourage further blooms. Its compact height and gentle spread make it well suited for containers, front of border planting, or mixing with other small perennials for texture.