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FREE and EASY Texas Plants 2, Wandering Jew

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As many of you know, I am "little merry sunshine" and ALWAYS willing to share! This beautiful plant originates in the subtropics of Brazil and Argentina. This plant will "tolerate" full shade (like in the indirect lights of your office or in a dark corner of your yard) but it thrives in FULL Texas sun! I told you it was easy (0:

What makes it a great landscape plant in our extreme environment is its unique ability to survive both drought and flood. So, the pounding Texas rain followed by nothing will suit this little plant just fine. Purple wandering jew

It is tough, fast growing (can be aggressive), and can be cultivated year round. I can't mail this one but I can give you cuttings if you come by to see me. All you do is bury the cuttings with a leaf or 2 popping out and you will have beautiful plants in no time. They die back at frost but come back just as beautiful every year. Would you like some? Just come by for a clipping!

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Posted by Sara K. Braden- Handmade Cards and Gifts on 08/03/2008 03:43 PM

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22 Comments on FREE and EASY Texas Plants 2, Wandering Jew

AUG

2008

Sara.. Do you think these plants would survive in CT... where we have VERY cold weather?

Not sure Valerie! If you mulch it in the winter it should... As long as you have it in a very sunny location and you mulch I bet it would. I love putting it around trees and such. Can you mail live plants? If so, I could send you some as a test!

Sara,

We have them in South Florida also. They are very hearty and add an unusual color to the landscape.

Steve.

Sara: My Mom used to have several wandering jew plans... and gave cuttings to me... which I kept for years. I would love it if you would start a few for me. What a treat ! Hope you are well...

THats great... I will have to go buy some. I have a shady corner on my property which I am looking for more plats for. Also flowering shrubs, or flowers themselves that frow with shade or slight indirect dun. Any other suggestions??? Thanks so much !

We had tons of that in FL but haven't thought to plant it here. I've always wondered about the name "wandering jew" any ideas? Thanks Sara!

AUG

2008

Oh Sara!!! This is wonderful! I live in what is known as the armpit of the USA - commonly called Yuma, Arizona! The heat in the summer is upwards of 115* and is actually usually pretty dry, except for 4 or 5 weeks of monsoon season. (Which generally consists of mostly humidity as opposed to rain!) However, a plant like this in this environment would be wonderful!!! My husband loves to work in the yard and he truly has a green thumb, (and I love helping him out there on a Saturday, followed by a swim and a BBQ!!!), so I do believe that we will be picking up some Wandering Jew to plant this weekend!

Thank you for the great post!!!

Nyana - Office Manager, Barbara Kehl Realty

And they wander where you might not want them too. Seems they have feet for crying out loud.

They do come back after a hard freeze in Sna Antonio and somewhat drought tollerant.

A nice spot of color to any landscape.

Hi Sara... These are great plants. Before I moved into my condo, I had some in hanging baskets on my back patio and they thrived. Very full and lush! I never considered them as ground cover, but I can easily see where they would be great for that. Thanks for the idea!

AUG

2008

Steve H: Do you grow any? I bet they do great in Florida! Thanks for commenting!

KAS: Of course I will start some for you! They are super easy though. Not much starting needed!

JP: Wish you were closer! I have enough to share. Oh well, you won't regret having some. They are beautiful and spread easily.

Karen: I have wondered about the name myself!! Who knows? No really, does any one know? I am curious too!! Great Question!

Nyana: Did you get some? It is a wonderful plant! Your hubby will love it! Wandering jew even grows in armpits (0: Thanks for commenting!!

Dominick:You are SOOOO right! I warned everyone... it can be "invasive"... but hey, that is what make sit easy! Thanks for commenting

Steve: I'm happy to give you some for a new hanging basket too (0: Just say the word! Thanks for commenting!

Hey Sara!

I just called my husband to remind him that we need to pick some up this weekend and he is looking forward to it! He also reminded me of another great ground cover that is as easy to grow as the Wandering Jew, maybe even easier. We have always called it Hearts and Flowers, but I guess that it also goes by the name of Red Apple.

Here's a pic:

The leaves are thick and fleshy like ice plant, and it takes almost no care. Just throw some clippings on the ground and hand-full of dirt and sprinkle some water and watch the miracle!

We had it at our last home and it thrived even in the heat of summer!

Good luck!

Nyana

AUG

2008

OOOOOHHHHH Nyana! That is beautiful!! THANK YOU for sharing. I want some of that!!

The wandering jew here goes crazy, but so does everything. I had a papaya plant that somehow popped up in my backyard, that is now 15" tall with fruit on it. It's amazing, what we can grow. I like the Red apple above too.

AUG

2008

Sara: One reason I like the wandering jew is that my mother always had them hanging in the kitchen while we kids were growing up... so, of course, they remind me of her. I miss my Mom. :(

Cindy: I am so jealous! I have to work so hard for anything unusual to grow! Show us some pictures of your papaya if you get time!

KAS: Honey, I am so sorry. It is so hard sometimes to miss those we love. I'm here if you need me

AUG

2008

I remember having these in Tucson, years ago. I wonder if there are any around here? I may be too stinking hot!

AUG

2008

Sara, wandering jew is very hearty and does well in the Texas heat. I need to stop by and get a cutting from you!

P.S. I saw you on "Hot on Homes" this morning! Looked like your hair was shorter than the profile picture...

It is so easy to propogate too. Just break off a stem and stick it in a glass of tap water.

AUG

2008

Doreen I can't imagine it being too hot, but, you never know!

Nancy, aren't you a doll? You tell me when you will be by and I will have you some ready! You know, I do think I had a few inches cut off my hair. The Texas heast was making the ends look straggly... if that is a word!

Trey that is another reason why I love it!

NOV

2008

Sara, I haven't thought about that plant in years, my grandmother had it and started some for me. It was beautiful in baskets. Thanks for reminding me of fond memories.

Bonnie

TheHomeInspectorsWife

MAY

Sara, I am considering getting a Pac- man frog and am curious how you are doing with yours.Do they require much space- how big of an aquarium do you recommend?I hope you'll let me know.Thanks.

Teresa Hales- m00nangel32@yahoo.com

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