alternanthera red
Alternanthera red, especially the striking variety known as Alternanthera 'Little Ruby', brings a bold splash of colour to any New Zealand garden. With its dense mat of deep burgundy foliage and compact form, 'Little Ruby' stands out as one of the best choices for dramatic, low-maintenance ground cover. This versatile plant not only brightens borders and pots but also thrives in tricky spots where many other plants struggle. It's a fantastic way to create layers of contrasting foliage, and it pairs beautifully with both classic New Zealand natives and more unusual ornamental choices. Whether you're refreshing a tired outdoor bed, designing a vibrant perennial border, or filling in gaps along walkways, Alternanthera red delivers year-round appeal and effortless style.
Alternanthera Little Ruby
Alternanthera 'Little Ruby' is a compact evergreen foliage plant admired for its rich ruby red leaves and tidy mounding habit. The vibrant colour provides year round contrast and works beautifully against green shrubs and lighter foliage plants. Ideal for New Zealand gardens, this hardy plant is perfect for borders, mass planting, and container displays where bold colour and low maintenance performance are desired.
- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Shrubs - Height:
40 cm - Spread:
60 cm - Flowering time:
Spring - Garden uses:
Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas - Garden styles:
Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Rock, Tropical
