Joseph’s coat plants (Alternanthera spp.) are popular for their colorful foliage that includes several shades of burgundy, red, orange, yellow and lime green. Some species have single-or bi-colored leaves, while others have the entire rainbow of color in a single plant. These frost-tender perennials are grown as annuals and range in size from 2-inch dwarfs to 12-inch mounds of foliage. The amount of pinching you put into your Alternanthera plant care routine determines the growth habit of the plant. If you pinch out the growth tips regularly, the plants form a neat mound that looks fantastic in formal borders, and you can also use them in knot gardens. They remain attractive but take on a more casual appearance when you leave them alone.
Joseph's Coat Care
Alternanthera Ficoidea
What is the plant
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Humidity
High
Lighting
Full Sun
Temperature
5°C - 5°C
Hardiness zone
9b - 12b
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Make sure to water the plant enough to avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Fertilizer
This plant doesn’t require extra fertilizer, as a high amount of feed damages the plant.
Sunlight
Joseph’s Coat Plant thrives best under full sun but also grows well when placed in partial shade.
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Soil
Add in some organic matter, like garden compost, peat moss, or manure to enhance the drainage of the soil.
Temperature
For intense foliage color, place it under the full sun. The USDA hardiness zones of this plant are 10 – 11.
Popularity
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