Alternanthera ficoidea 'Burgundy Threads'

Also Known As

Alternanthera 'Burgundy Threads'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

10a-12

Alternanthera ficoidea 'Burgundy Threads' plant details

Alternanthera ficoidea 'Burgundy Threads' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial with burgundy foliage. Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alternanthera ficoidea 'Burgundy Threads'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, spreading, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alternanthera ficoidea 'Burgundy Threads'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Alternantheras in all colors once starred in Floral Clocks and tapestry like carpet beds of Victorian era public parks. Today we don't desire them by the hundreds, arranged in regimented rows, but in a clay pot with antique geraniums' patterned leaves and the bright chartreuse of creeping jenny, it is fantastic! This selection has sumptuous burgundy hued thread-like leaves and grows easily in humus rich, fertile, well-drained soils and loves heat and humidity.

By: Select Seeds

A compact and tidy foliage plant with thin burgundy leaves. It forms a compact tidy ball of about 8". Can take very moist soils. Creates a good contrast for lighter colored foliage.