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Brazilian Red Hots™
Alternanthera dentata 'BRAZILIAN RED' PBR
Brazilian Red Hots™
Alternanthera dentata 'BRAZILIAN RED' PBR
Emporium/Hotties Range
Plant Description: This Alternanthera demands attention with its hot pink foliage, which makes it an excellent contrast plant in gardens
Uses: Small garden hedges (also as a specimen plant, in gardens beds, containers and patio pots)
Position & Tolerances: Full sun to part shade. Heat tolerant, and loves humidity. Frost tender shrub, needs to be in a sheltered position protected from light frosts
Height & Width: 50-60cm high x 50-60cm wide
Flowers: Ball shaped white flowers in spring
Foliage: Stunning hot pink foliage
Soil Type: Requires well drained moist soils
Best Planting Time: October to March
Planting Density: 2-3 plants per linear metre (2-4 plants per m²)
Where it thrives: Frost free areas - QLD, Coastal NSW, Coastal VIC, Coastal WA, Coastal SA and NT
Pruning: Yearly pruning will provide vibrant new growth
Establishment & Extra Care:
Water as required for 8-13 weeks until established.
Plant in a well mulched garden, a chunky mulch is recommended.
Provide adequate water as required, keep moist in dry weather.
Protect from light frosts.
Use slow release fertiliser in spring, if required.
