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Burgundy Threadleaf Joseph's Coat Alternanthera dentata

Flower Season
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
Mature Size
2' 2'
Height: 12" - 2'
Spread: 12" - 2'
Proven Selections
  • Details

    Features

    Narrow, slightly curled foliage in rich burgundy with olive green to purple reverse. Adds an airy texture to combinations and great color accent.
     
    Adaptable As Houseplant
    Foliage Interest
    Heat Tolerant
    Deadheading Not Necessary

    Characteristics

    Plant Type: 
    Annual
    Height Category: 
    Medium
    Garden Height: 
    12 - 24 Inches
    Spacing: 
    10 - 20 Inches
    Spread: 
    12 - 24 Inches
    Foliage Colors: 
    Red
    Foliage Shade: 
    Burgundy
    Habit: 
    Mounded
    Container Role: 
    Filler

    Plant Needs

    Light Requirement: 
    Part Sun to Sun

    The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).

    Maintenance Category: 
    Easy
    Bloom Time: 
    Grown for Foliage
    Hardiness Zones: 
    10a, 10b, 11a, 11b
    Water Category: 
    Average
    Uses: 
    Container
    Uses: 
    Landscape
    Uses: 
    Mass Planting
    Uses Notes: 

    Great for landscapes and containers.

    Maintenance Notes: 

    Evenly moist, well-drained soil for optimal growth. Drought Tolerant once established. Foliage color is deepest and most colorful with as much sun as possible, although the plant will grow well with at least 4 hours of direct sun. The foliage color will be less dramatic with less sun.

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    • Very striking colors and is my absolute favorite this year. I love the interest it brings to my container. Paired this with Diamond Frost Euphorbia and Pink Chaos Coleus. Love it!

      Debi L
      , Tennessee
      , United States
      , 3 years ago
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