Plant Details:
Scientific Name: Alternanthera brasiliana
Hardiness Degree: 40°F (4.4°C)
Plant Habit: Mounded, Spreading
Characteristics: Drought Tolerant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Spacing: 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)
Height: 10 - 16" (25 - 41cm)
Width: 18 - 20" (46 - 51cm)
Exposure: Partial Sun, Sun
General Information: Beautiful burgundy-purple leaves with ruby-rose underside create a durable carpet of eye-catching foliage. Works well in low-maintenance landscapes or as an eye-catching spiller in containers. With low water needs, it stands tough in heat, humidity, drought and rain.
Grower Information:
Plug crop time: 4 to 5 weeks
Transplant to finish: 7 to 8 weeks
- First compact seed alternanthera is an easy-to-grow alternative to vegetative varieties.
- Durable carpet of ruby/burgundy foliage is ready to take on any Summer condition, including drought and rain. Imagine this unique colour accent in large cityscapes and as a “spiller” in high-impact containers!
- Great in low-maintenance landscapes for professionals and home gardeners alike.
- May flower under very short days; light plants at that time of year to prevent bud formation.