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Alternanthera ficoidea 'Snow Queen'

Also Known As

  • Brazilian Snow Flower
  • Brazilian Snowflower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Alternanthera ficoidea 'Snow Queen' plant details

Alternanthera ficoidea 'Snow Queen' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and winter white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and 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 'Snow Queen'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and winter
Uses: compact, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alternanthera ficoidea 'Snow Queen'

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dense mounding plant with slightly cupped and puckered green leaves with striking white edge. Produces small white flowers. Gows 4-6" tall and hardy in zones 9-11. Likes sun. Used in container gardening, makes a lovely accent.

Gardening facts about Alternanthera ficoidea 'Snow Queen' plant

How to Grow Alternanthera ficoidea 'Snow Queen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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