Krinkle Red Alternanthera

Container Growing

Ideal for containers and hanging baskets; ensures good drainage and provides a controlled environment for this heat-loving plant.

Family

Amaranthaceae

Foliage Look

deep burgundy, puckered, crinkled, ovate, glossy, opposite arrangement

Foliage Rules

Leaves must show the signature 'krinkle' or puckered texture; color should be a deep, saturated red-purple or burgundy.

Fruit Flower Look

tiny, white, nondescript blooms

Fruit Flower Rules

Flowering is rarely required for presentation as foliage is the primary interest; do not include prominent flower structures on juvenile starter plants.

Growth Habit Rules

Maintain a compact, mounded, and upright-to-spreading habit; avoid depictions that are excessively leggy or sparse.

Mature Plant Look

dense, bushy mound of intensely colored, crinkled deep red foliage

Mature Stage Morphology

Forms a dense, rounded mound of vibrant, crinkled foliage; branching becomes increasingly intricate with maturity.

Morphology Rules

The crinkled leaf texture and intense burgundy coloration are the most critical identification markers.

Plant Faqs

How much sun does Krinkle Red need? It prefers partial shade to full sun but benefits from protection during peak afternoon heat. Is Krinkle Red winter hardy? No, it is a tropical plant suitable for zones 9-11 and should be protected from frost. How often should I water my Alternanthera? Keep the soil consistently moist, avoiding complete dry-out between waterings. Can I grow this in containers? Yes, it is an excellent choice for mixed containers where its color provides a great contrast.

Root Look

white, healthy fibrous roots filling the starter plug

Soil Look

moist, dark, well-draining peat-based medium

Starter Stage

Young starter plants exhibit small, crinkled, deep red-bronze leaves on short, tender stems.

Starter Stage Morphology

Leaves are ovate with a characteristic puckered or curled texture, arranged opposite along the stem.

Video Voiceover Script

Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Krinkle Red Alternanthera. This is Krinkle Red Alternanthera, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant foliage plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the warm, textured garden borders or patio containers you want to create. The defining feature of Krinkle Red is its intense, deep burgundy foliage, which develops a beautiful, natural crinkle that adds depth and drama to any planting. Establish your starter plug by potting it into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then later move it to your final garden or container location once the plant is established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

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Youtube Video Summary

Discover the vibrant color and unique texture of Alternanthera 'Krinkle Red', a stunning tropical foliage plant. Perfect for adding consistent warmth to your garden beds and container arrangements.

Youtube Video Title

Growing Krinkle Red Alternanthera: Vibrant Tropical Foliage