Purple Knight joseph's coat
Alternanthera dentata 'Purple Knight'
USDA zones10 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Summer
Garden uses
Notes
'Purple Knight' Joseph's coat (Alternanthera dentata 'Purple Knight') is an annual for borders, containers, and cottage gardens. It is typically grown as an annual. It is not cold-hardy and will not survive freezing temperatures. This plant likes full sun and average moisture. It spreads and grows at a rapid rate, so it fills space fast. It also tolerates drought, and it blooms from early to late summer.
Pairs well with Pink Pearl dahlia, Laurentia, and Black Star gladiolus.