Tradescantia Zebrina Purpusii Houseplant - 12cm Pot
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Tradescantia Zebrina Purpusii Houseplant - 12cm Pot
Tradescantia Zebrina 'Purpusii' Houseplant – 12cm Pot is a fast-growing trailing houseplant with striking silver, green and deep purple foliage that adds bold colour and texture to any indoor space. Supplied in a 12cm pot, this easy-care indoor plant is perfect for shelves, hanging planters and tabletops, making it an excellent choice for both new and experienced plant lovers.
Key Features
- Eye-catching silver, green and purple variegated foliage
- Fast-growing trailing houseplant, ideal for shelves and hanging displays
- Easy to care for and suitable for beginners
- Thrives in bright, indirect light for vibrant leaf colour
- Perfect for homes, offices and contemporary interiors
- Supplied as one healthy Tradescantia Zebrina 'Purpusii' plant in a 12cm pot
Product Description
Bring vibrant colour and cascading foliage into your home with the Tradescantia Zebrina 'Purpusii' Houseplant from Green Inspiration. Renowned for its striking striped leaves, this attractive indoor plant features shimmering silver and green upper surfaces contrasted by rich purple undersides, creating a bold display throughout the year.
Its naturally trailing growth habit makes it an excellent choice for hanging baskets, elevated plant stands or shelves where its colourful stems can spill gracefully over the edges. Compact when young and fast growing, Tradescantia Zebrina quickly develops into a lush, full plant that adds texture and visual interest to living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens and home offices.
This versatile houseplant is easy to maintain and flourishes in bright, indirect light, where its distinctive foliage develops its richest colour. With regular watering and well-drained compost, it provides long-lasting ornamental appeal while complementing both modern and traditional interiors. Its low-maintenance nature makes it an ideal gift for houseplant enthusiasts or anyone looking to brighten their indoor space with beautiful foliage.
Specifications
- Product: Tradescantia Zebrina 'Purpusii' Houseplant
- Brand: Green Inspiration
- Pot Size: 12cm
- Supplied Quantity: 1 plant
- Plant Type: Indoor foliage houseplant
- Common Name: Inch Plant
- Foliage Colour: Silver, green and deep purple
- Growth Habit: Trailing
- Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
- Watering: Water when the top 2–3cm of compost feels dry
- Soil Type: Well-draining houseplant compost
- Ideal Temperature: 18–27°C
- Position: Bright indoor location away from direct sunlight
Care Tips
- Place in bright, indirect light to maintain the vibrant leaf colours.
- Water when the top layer of compost feels dry, allowing excess water to drain freely.
- Avoid prolonged direct sunlight, which may scorch the leaves.
- Keep away from cold draughts and maintain temperatures between 18–27°C.
- Pinch back growing tips occasionally to encourage bushier, fuller growth.
- Feed monthly with a balanced houseplant fertiliser during spring and summer.
Add Bold Colour to Your Home
The Tradescantia Zebrina 'Purpusii' Houseplant – 12cm Pot is a beautiful, easy-care indoor plant that delivers vibrant foliage and fast-growing trailing stems. Order today to create a colourful focal point in your home or give it as a thoughtful gift for any houseplant enthusiast.
About Us
About Us
We are a family run, independent Garden Centre, Farm Shop and Restaurant combined. We are proud to offer the very best gardening, home and outdoor living products alongside delicious, fresh, locally produced food and drink.
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Learn more about us and our story on the 'About Us' page.
Delivery
Delivery
Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!
We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.
Your Questions Answered...
What are the delivery options and prices?
We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.
- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).
The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.
New! Deliver to InPost Locker
Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.
- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.
Can someone else pick up my parcel?
Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.
Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?
No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.
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How do I track my delivery?
Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.
Who delivers my order?
Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.
What is kerbside pallet delivery?
Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.
We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.
What should I do if my order arrives damaged?
If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.
Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?
Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.
Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?
Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles
What is the warranty on my purchase?
All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.
Still have questions?
Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.
Returns
Returns
How do I return an item?
If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.
When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.
