Colour with natural variation
The variegation does not repeat with absolute precision: different shoots may show more green or stronger lilac tones. This variability is part of the cultivar's character.
Tradescantia 'Pink Hill' 12cm
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€9,00
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Tradescantia 'Pink Hill'
A little green to keep up appearances 🎨
- Commelinaceae
- Evergreen foliage
- Variable variegation
- Bright indirect light
- Trailing growth
Tradescantia 'Pink Hill' brings together silvery green shades and soft pink-lilac tones on narrow, pointed leaves. Their darker purple undersides show between the stems, adding depth to the colour and giving this small plant more than one side to admire.
The flexible stems spread outwards and, as they lengthen, drape gently around the pot. They form an airy curtain of leaves whose changing colours soften the edge of a shelf and stand out beautifully beside plain green foliage.
What makes it special
A small pot with details that reward a closer look.
A slender leaf outline
The narrow leaves and pointed tips create a fine texture, contrasting with the broad, heavy outlines of many houseplants.
Growth that changes its silhouette
Creeping stems allow the plant to spread and trail over the rim of its pot. Its shape develops as the new shoots lengthen.
Why you will love it: It brings soft colour and movement to a spot that was, until yesterday, just a shelf.
Styling & plant pairings Where it fits in your home Bright shelves, hanging positions and compatible plant companions
On a shelf or in a hanging position
A bright shelf or hanging planter near an east-facing window lets the stems trail naturally. Make sure light also reaches the top of the pot, keep foliage away from hot glass and leave easy access for watering.
Three contrasting leaf shapes
Group it in a bright corner with plants that enjoy indirect light, choosing contrasting shapes and textures.
- Peperomia obtusifolia — its rounded, fleshy leaves contrast with the slender outline of Tradescantia.
- Chlorophytum comosum — its arching foliage adds a different kind of movement to the same bright corner.
- Philodendron hederaceum — green, heart-shaped leaves provide a calm backdrop to the pink-lilac tones. Keep each plant in its own pot and water according to its individual needs.
Care at a glance
Light
Bright indirect light. Gentle morning sun after gradual acclimatisation; protection from strong midday sun.
Water
When the top 2–3 cm of compost feels dry. Water thoroughly and allow all excess water to drain.
Atmosphere
Normal household humidity and steady warmth. Keep away from radiators, cold draughts and frost.
Pets
Best kept out of reach. Foliage and sap can cause irritation through contact or chewing.
For this plant
Potting mix & feeding
Detailed care Complete care guide Light, watering, atmosphere, potting mix and feeding
Light and position
Provide plenty of filtered light, for example beside an east-facing window or behind a sheer curtain. Deep shade encourages sparse, elongated growth. Strong direct sun can scorch the leaves, especially without acclimatisation.
Correct watering
Check the top 2–3 cm with your finger and water once this layer has dried, before the entire root ball dries out. Wet the compost evenly and empty any water collected in the outer pot. Use the same check in winter, although intervals usually become longer.
Air humidity
It adapts to normal household conditions. Avoid very dry, heated air and stagnant air around dense, wet foliage. There is no need to keep the leaves constantly wet by misting.
Temperature
A stable position at around 15–21 °C is suitable. Protect it from frost, cold window glass and sudden changes. If moved to a sheltered balcony in warm weather, acclimatise it gradually to the light and bring it back indoors before cold weather.
Potting mix
Use an airy mix that retains some moisture but drains freely, in a pot with drainage holes. Avoid both heavy, constantly saturated compost and prolonged complete dryness.
Feeding and repotting
During active growth, usually spring–summer, apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser about once a month at the lower label rate. Reduce or stop feeding when growth slows; do not feed a dry or stressed plant. Move it into a slightly larger pot when roots fill the existing one, taking any fertiliser already present in the new compost into account.
Botanical origin The story behind the foliage The genus, cultivated variety and natural distribution
The genus
Tradescantia belongs to the Commelinaceae family and includes perennial plants with a wide range of forms, from upright clumps to creeping stems.
'Pink Hill'
Tradescantia 'Pink Hill' is a cultivated variety with variegated foliage. Its exact origin and parentage are undocumented.
Natural distribution
Wild species of the genus originate in the Americas, from southern Canada to South America. This is the distribution of the genus, rather than a specific place of origin for Tradescantia 'Pink Hill'.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Roots, pigments and the mechanisms behind the plant's form
Roots beyond the base
Nodes on creeping Tradescantia stems can produce adventitious roots when they encounter suitable moisture. A stem can therefore develop additional points of water uptake rather than relying solely on its original base.
Purple does not cancel out green
Anthocyanins are pigments that produce pink, red and purple tones and are stored in cell vacuoles. Chlorophyll is found in chloroplasts: purple colour and photosynthesis can therefore coexist in the same tissue.
The tip influences branching
Apical dominance is the developmental control that favours extension of the main shoot over lateral buds. Removing the tip changes this balance and allows more side shoots to develop.
A clone is not an identical pattern
A cutting is a form of vegetative propagation: it develops from the parent plant's tissue without fertilisation. Yet the variegation of Tradescantia 'Pink Hill' is variable, so retaining the cultivar does not guarantee an identical colour pattern on every leaf.
Frequently asked questions
Colour, pruning and the small changes you may notice from day to day.
01 Why are some leaves greener?
Colour distribution varies naturally in this cultivar. Observe successive new growth and provide bright indirect light, without trying to intensify the pink through sudden exposure to strong sun. A single greener leaf does not mean something is wrong.
02 How can I make it bushier?
During the growing season, trim overlong shoot tips just above a node using clean scissors. This encourages side shoots. If the base has become sparse, rooted cuttings can be added to the pot, provided there is room.
03 Can I root a stem cutting?
Yes. Take a healthy section with two or more nodes, remove the lower leaves and place the lowest node in water or lightly moist propagation compost. Keep it in bright indirect light, with no leaves submerged or buried.
04 Why are stems becoming soft and dark?
First check whether the compost stays constantly wet or water is collecting inside the outer pot. Excess moisture can lead to rot. Remove rotten sections and inspect the roots; do not add water simply because the plant looks limp.
05 Can it stay on a balcony?
Only in a sheltered position during warm weather, with bright shade or gentle morning sun after acclimatisation. It is unsuitable for frost or an exposed winter balcony. Keep discarded stems from spreading into the garden or the wild.
06 Is it suitable for a home with cats or dogs?
Keep it out of reach of pets that chew plants. Tradescantia sap and leaves can irritate skin, the mouth or the stomach. Wear gloves when pruning if your skin is sensitive, and contact a vet if ingestion or symptoms occur.
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