Alternanthera ficoidea typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
Joseph's coat
Alternanthera ficoidea
Joseph's coat (Alternanthera ficoidea) is an amazing plant that stands out from other species because of its vibrant, multi-colored foliage. Its leaves display shades of red, yellow, white, and purple, making it a dynamic addition to any landscape or container garden. It is extremely simple to maintain and can thrive in a variety of soil conditions. Joseph's coat can withstand extremes in temperature, drought and semi-shade without compromising its color. It also blooms small flowers that last until late fall adding to the vibrant display. It is a great choice for any gardener looking to add stunning color and texture to any space.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Stem Propagation,Division,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 11
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Joseph's Coat should be watered when the top inch of soil feels dry. Depending on what type of container the plant is in, how much sunlight it is getting, and the humidity in the area, this can be anywhere from once or twice a week to every 2 or 3 days. When watering, make sure you give the plant enough water so that it begins to sink into the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. Allow the excess to drain away before returning the pot to its saucer.
sunlight
Joseph's coat prefers bright, indirect sunlight for at least 4-6 hours per day. When the weather is hot, the plant should be protected from direct sunlight, as direct sunlight may cause sunburn. However, even a few hours of direct sunlight in the morning or late afternoon can still benefit the plant. Joseph’s coat can also tolerate some shade, but will not thrive without sufficient sunlight.
pruning
Joseph's Coat can be heavily pruned in late spring or early summer. Prune the plant to just above the desired shape and size you want it to be. While you can prune heavily, avoid cutting more than 1/3 of the plant at a time to avoid stressing the plant. Start by trimming off dead or yellowing leaves and branches. Spend time looking at the plant from different angles to identify where it needs pruning.
Season
Fall
Winter
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Summer
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Dec
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Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Alternanthera ficoidea typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
