Alternanthera dentata 'LITTLE RUBY'

Alternanthera dentata 'LITTLE RUBY'

Alternanthera dentata 'LITTLE RUBY'

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Common Name: Little Ruby Alternanthera
Scientific Name: Alternanthera dentata 'Little Ruby'

Description:
Alternanthera dentata 'Little Ruby' is a compact, low-growing perennial that is admired for its vibrant, deep burgundy foliage. This plant forms a dense, spreading ground cover and typically reaches a height of 30-40 cm and a spread of up to 60-90 cm. Its small, colorful leaves make it an eye-catching addition to any landscape or garden, and it is highly valued for its ability to add contrast with its rich, dark tones.

Growing Requirements:
Little Ruby thrives in full sun to part shade, where it will exhibit its best leaf color. It prefers well-drained soils and requires regular watering, especially during dry periods. It is a low-maintenance plant with moderate water needs, making it ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers.

Unique Features:
Alternanthera Little Ruby is noted for its dense, compact growth habit and striking burgundy-purple foliage that retains its color year-round in warmer climates. It produces insignificant white flowers during the summer but is mainly grown for its stunning foliage.

Uses and Display Suggestions:
This versatile plant is perfect for mass planting, edging, borders, or as a striking ground cover in garden beds. It also works well in pots or containers and can be used to create contrast in mixed plantings. Little Ruby’s deep burgundy foliage is ideal for adding texture and color to any landscape or patio garden.

Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade

Water requirement: Medium

Watering frequency:

Soil: Well-drained soil rich in organic matter

Skill level: Beginner

Growth rate: Fast

Suitable for containers: Yes

More info: Little Ruby requires full sun to part shade for optimal foliage color. Ensure well-drained soil, and water regularly during dry spells. It's low maintenance but can benefit from occasional pruning to maintain its compact shape. Fertilize annually with a slow-release fertilizer to encourage healthy growth. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and prevents weeds.

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Drought tolerance: Medium

Frost tolerance: Low

Wind tolerance: Medium

Disease and pest susceptibility: Little Ruby is generally resistant to most pests and diseases, but it can occasionally suffer from root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.

Mature height: 30 cm

Mature width: 30 cm

Suitable for shaping: Yes

Colour: Deep burgundy

Variegation: No

Size: Small/medium

Seasonality: Evergreen

Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage

Flower colour: White

Flower fragrant: No

Flowering season: Summer (flowers are insignificant)

Fruit: No

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