Alternanthera Red Carpet 6"

🌿 Alternanthera ‘Red Carpet’
Alternanthera ficoidea ‘Red Carpet’

A low-growing, spreading foliage plant with rich red to burgundy leaves that form a dense, colorful mat. Heat-tolerant and fast-growing, it’s ideal for adding bold color to South Florida landscapes.

🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Tropical Americas
☀️ Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade (best color in full sun)
💧 Water: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
📏 Size: 6–12 in tall, spreads 18–24 in
🌸 Bloom Time: Insignificant; grown for foliage
🪴 Landscape Use: Groundcover, borders, mass plantings, containers

💡 Casaplanta Tip: For dense coverage and vibrant color, plant Alternanthera ‘Red Carpet’ in well-drained soil amended with Coast of Maine Bumper Crop and trim occasionally to maintain a compact form.