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Duranta Gold Edge Alternanthera Plant

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  • - UNAVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE, Shop Available Alternanthera
  • - Joseph's Coat
  • - Height: 20-24 inches
  • - Growing Zones: 2-11
  • - Exposure: Part Shade-Full Sun
Plant Features

Duranta Gold Edge Alternanthera is the golden gem that’s ready to light up your garden! With vibrant, golden foliage edged with serrated details, this plant brings a touch of warmth and texture to any landscape. Its compact, bushy form makes it perfect for borders, mixed containers, or as a cheerful accent in garden beds, adding a sunny, structured look wherever it’s planted.

This heat-tolerant beauty thrives in full sun, maintaining its bright color and lush appearance all season long with minimal fuss. It’s a must-have for gardeners who love a touch of gold and a plant that can easily enhance any space with its radiant foliage.

Grown without harmful pesticides, so it’s good for your space and the planet. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving, ready to bring its impressive presence right to your doorstep!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Can be planted during any frost free period

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-6.5

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

  • - Pinch back growing tips regularly to encourage bushiness
  • - Trim to maintain desired shape and size

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for common pests like aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites
  • - Monitor for diseases such as leaf spot and root rot

Light Requirements:

  • - Needs at least 4 hours of direct sunlight daily for best color development

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Can tolerate heat but may require more frequent watering

Companion Plants for Alternanthera:

  • - Coleus: These colorful foliage plants complement Alternanthera's vibrant leaves
  • - Petunias: Beautiful flowering annuals that provide abundant blooms throughout the season
  • - Euphorbia: Adds interesting texture and complements Alternanthera's growth habit
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category Medium
Mature Spread 16-20 inches
Habit Mounded
Foliage Color Green/Yellow
Features Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Container Garden, Cottage Garden, Tropical Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Focal Point, Texture
Pet Friendly Yes
Tolerates Clay soil, Sandy soil

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Lovely garden edging addition

The leaves are spectacular. They are thriving in a part sun area of my yard.

From Nora | July 09, 2023


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