Alternanthera dentata 'Little Ruby' is a compact, low-growing perennial with vibrant burgundy foliage. Native to Brazil, this heat-tolerant plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil. Its colorful leaves provide year-round interest, making it a popular choice for edging, ground cover, or container planting. 'Little Ruby' requires minimal maintenance and can be lightly pruned to maintain its shape and encourage bushy growth. With its striking foliage and easy-care requirements, this versatile plant adds a bold pop of color to any garden landscape.
Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’ is a compact, low-growing perennial that boasts vibrant burgundy foliage, providing a bold pop of color. Its deep burgundy leaves offer a striking contrast against typical garden greenery, creating visual interest year-round. This plant’s colorful leaves enhance garden aesthetics and make it a standout choice for various garden settings. Maintaining color and compact form with minimal maintenance, it’s a captivating addition to any landscape. Additionally, the plant can be lightly pruned to encourage bushy growth, ensuring it remains attractive throughout the seasons.
Vibrant Burgundy Leaves
Compact, Low-Growing
Year-Round Color
Low-Maintenance Garden Addition
Native to Brazil, Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’ thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil. It is heat-tolerant, making it suitable for a variety of outdoor environments, including garden beds, borders, and container plantings on patios and balconies. Its resilience and adaptability to different light conditions offer gardeners creative flexibility in landscaping designs. This plant’s low maintenance requirements and ability to provide year-round color make it an attractive option for gardeners looking for effective yet easy-care garden solutions.
Suitable for Containers
Heat-Tolerant Perennial
Ideal for Garden Borders
Culinary and Decorative Uses
Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’ can be utilized not only for its aesthetic appeal in landscaping but also in culinary uses. The vibrant leaves can be harvested and used in salads or as a colorful garnish, offering a mild earthy flavor that complements various dishes. In the garden, its striking burgundy foliage serves as an excellent backdrop for other plants, enhancing the overall beauty of the landscape. Whether incorporated into edible gardens or used as a decorative feature, ‘Little Ruby’ provides both functional and ornamental benefits to gardeners and chefs alike.
