Little Ruby™ Alternanthera dentata ‘LRU30’ PVR
- Compact, spreading habit
- Deep burgundy foliage
- More frost tolerant than the common form
Little Ruby™ Alternanthera (right) is more compact than common Alternanthera dentata (left)
Little Ruby™ Alternanthera dentata
Description: Little Ruby™ Alternanthera is the perfect mounding ground cover with a compact, spreading habit. Its deep burgundy foliage makes it a real stand out plant in any garden. It is approximately a third the height of the common form. This Alternanthera loves humidity, but can also tolerate frost better than most forms. In very cold climates, it will still need to be in a sheltered position.
Little Ruby™ Alternanthera provides a display of white flowers in spring.
Size: 30-40cm x 60-90cm.
Planting Density: 3–5 plants per m², 2–3 plants per linear metre.
Uses: Ground cover, border plant, and for containers.
Position: Full sun to part shade. Little Ruby™ Alternanthera loves humidity, is heat tolerant and can handle light frost better than other forms.
It will need to be planted in a sheltered position to protect it from heavy frost. In frost-free areas Little Ruby™ Alternanthera can be planted in full sun to part shade. It requires well drained moist soils.
Care: Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established. Plant in a well mulched garden (chunky mulch is recommended). If required use slow release fertiliser in spring.
Provide with adequate water as required. Keep moist in dry weather and protect from heavy frost.
Where it works: North & South Island
GROWER KNOWLEDGE:
This website gives general information for the regions in New Zealand. For local information on which plants work in your area contact your local grower. Local grower knowledge is vital, this website is no substitute.
HEIGHTS:
Heights shown on the website are for general gardening conditions. In well maintained gardens, some plants will get taller.
