Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’

Alternanthera dentata ‘Little Ruby’ is a dense, ground hugging herbaceous annual that is drought hardy and has excellent frost tolerance. It is a perfect edging annual with captivating burgundy and pink flowers that pop in the spring bloom.

Hardy to Zones: 9-11

Categories: Alternanthera, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant

Brand: Athena Brazil

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Inventory last updated May 3, 2026 4:08 pm

Features:

Drought tolerant
Fast growing
Striking colors

Classifications:

Flower Color: Pink
Foliage: Burgundy, purple
Type: Annual
Habit: Mounding
Height: 10-12″
Width: 8-10″
Flower Timing: Spring to fall
Heat Tolerance: Full sun to part shade
Patented: Brand Athena Brazil
Uses: Containers, landscape, mass planting, edging