🌿 Alternanthera Variegated – Nursery Pot

Alternanthera Variegated is a vibrant foliage plant loved for its colorful leaves in shades of green, cream, pink, and red. Compact and bushy, it is perfect for garden borders, pots, hanging baskets, and indoor bright spaces.

🔆 Light Requirements

Ideal Light: Bright, indirect light to full sun for best leaf color.
Tolerates: Partial shade, especially in very hot climates.
Avoid: Deep shade, which causes dull leaf color and leggy growth.

💧 Watering Guidelines

When to Water: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry.
Frequency: 2–3 times per week in warm weather; reduce during cooler periods.
Important: Likes evenly moist soil but does not tolerate waterlogging.

🌾 Soil & Potting

Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil mixed with compost or coco peat.
Nursery Pot: Ensure proper drainage. Repot into a larger container or garden soil when roots fill the pot.

🌱 Fertilization

Feed: Every 3–4 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer for lush foliage.
Skip: Overfeeding, which can reduce leaf color intensity.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

Trim: Pinch back growing tips to keep the plant compact and bushy.
Remove: Dead or yellow leaves regularly.
Repot: When roots outgrow the nursery pot.

🪴 Humidity & Temperature

Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity.
Temperature: Thrives in 18–30°C (65–86°F). Protect from frost and extreme cold.

✅ Why Choose Alternanthera Variegated?

🌈 Colorful Foliage: Adds bright, decorative leaf color all year.
🌿 Easy to Grow: Hardy and adaptable to pots or gardens.
🪴 Great for Borders: Perfect for edging and container displays.
🏡 Indoor & Outdoor Use: Thrives in bright indoor spaces and sunny gardens.