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This is one of the best native plant species I have ever grown. Tradescantia subaspera grows well whether it has recently been transplanted, or it has been in the same place for years. I have not yet seen it perform well in the wild. However; in my garden I have seen it thrive in every spot I have planted it. This spiderwort transplants and becomes established very quickly and easily. It's not picky about moisture, but it does seem to prefer a mostly shaded position with a few hours of direct morning sun. It will bloom for months: from late spring to early fall. It's not invasive but if allowed to self sow, a few seedlings may pop up over the years. Tradescantia subaspera multiplies quickly to form a magnificent clump, once it has grown to a certain size it stops spreading and will bloom happily for years without the need of division. This plant is handsome whether in bloom or not, the dark fuzzy leaves and stalks somewhat resemble that of corn, and add interest to the garden throughout the growing season. The only problem I have ever had with the plant is that it can flop over in strong high winds.