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It can be hand pulled or raked, but every tiny piece must be removed or it will reshoot. Herbicides such as Roundup or Zero are worth a try, but you might find spraying with Starane 200 more effective. With wandering jew, as with most other weeds, persistence is the key to success."
- How do you save a dying Wandering Jew plant?
- Is Wandering Jew an invasive plant?
- Why Is My Wandering Jew so leggy?
How do you save a dying Wandering Jew plant?
Prune the Plant
- Prune the Plant.
- Prune the plant back significantly. ...
- Repot the Plant.
- Repot the plant if at all possible. ...
- Water the Plant.
- Water the plant lightly but consistently for the first few weeks until new growth shows. ...
- Grow From Cuttings.
- Grow the plant from cuttings if need be.
Is Wandering Jew an invasive plant?
Wandering jew (Tradescantia fluminensis), not to be confused with its attractive and more well-behaved cousin of the same name, is a decorative groundcover native to subtropical Argentina and Brazil. While it can make for a striking addition to your garden, it is extremely invasive and should be treated with caution.
Why Is My Wandering Jew so leggy?
Weak, leggy growth – This is very common during the winter months, and is caused by a lack of light. Check the location of your wandering jew to ensure it's getting the right amount of sun, or add a grow light.
