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Alternanthera ficoidea - var. True Yellow (Chartreuse)

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6218 Alternanthera ficoidea - var. True Yellow (Chartreuse)

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Shade Semi-shade Regular water Ornamental foliage Seaside, salt tolerant plant

Chartreuse Josephs Coat. Attractive glossy narrow leaves emerge chartreuse in spring, turning yellow in color the rest of the year. A mounding, dense plant presenting cupped and crinkled bright yellow leaves; small white flowers in summer; best color in full sun; great in containers. This plant does best in full sun to shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. Foliage color is most vivid in sun, colorful attractive foliage, shade-tolerant, low maintenance.
Alternantheras are grown exclusively for their colorful foliage. Spreading foliage mounds to 12-30" tall. Common names are all in reference to the often brilliantly colored leaves which provide foliage contrast to gardens and container plantings. Best foliage colors are developed in full sun. May also be grown indoors as a houseplant. Pinching stems or shearing will keep plants compact and bushy.
RECOMMENDED FERTILIZERS:
SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Tropical Allure - Smart-Release Booster

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Grown in 6"/1 gal pot

4 plants in stock

$32.00

Aphelandra hartwegiana - Yellow Aphelandra

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5143 Aphelandra hartwegiana - Yellow Aphelandra

Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Shade Semi-shade Regular water Red/crimson/vinous flowers Yellow/orange flowers Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Yellow Aphelandra. Yellow flowers emerge out of long orange stalks in the fall time. Pretty and unusual! A tall, shrubby perennial with very long terminal inflorescences that are very unique and showy, with yellow flowers protruding from orange calyces in succession over many days. Grows nicely in full sun in south Florida, but it will also tolerate quite shady conditions.
RECOMMENDED FERTILIZERS:
SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Tropical Allure - Smart-Release Booster

Grown in 10"/3 gal pot

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$42.00

Aphelandra scabra - Pink Candy Aphelandra

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5380 Aphelandra scabra - Pink Candy Aphelandra

Large shrub 5-10 ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Full sun Shade Semi-shade Regular water Pink flowers Red/crimson/vinous flowers Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

This is a new introduction, quite unique flowering plant from S America. Like all aphelandras, it has showy flowers that are loved by hummingbirds. The flowers of this variety are bright pink, up to 2 inch long, and tubular. They are 2-lipped, fuzzy and they bloom for one day before wilting. The A. scabra inflorescence is candle-like and the prepubescent flower spikes can grow up to 6 inch in height. The inflorescence has overlapping green bracts that are tinged with yellow and orange and they have extrafloral nectaries. Each day only one or two flowers open along the inflorescence to prevent self-pollination.
It is a great addition to a collectible tropical butterfly garden. Can grow into 4-5" tall bushy specimen. Blooms sporadically during warm season. Tolerates both full sun or filtered light.
RECOMMENDED FERTILIZERS:
SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Tropical Allure - Smart-Release Booster

Grown in 10"/3 gal pot

3 plants in stock

$42.00

Aphelandra tetragona - Scarlet

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3567 Aphelandra tetragona - Scarlet

Groundcover and low-growing 2ft Small shrub 2-5 ft Shade Semi-shade Regular water Red/crimson/vinous flowers

Amazing flower spikes are orange-scarlet to scarlet. Nice shade plant with bright blooms, attractive greenhouse or house plant. Enjoys humid air.
RECOMMENDED FERTILIZERS:
SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Tropical Allure - Smart-Release Booster

Grown in 10"/3 gal pot, small plant

3 plants in stock

$42.00

Ardisia elliptica - Shoebutton Ardisia

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5639 Ardisia elliptica - Shoebutton Ardisia

Large shrub 5-10 ft Full sun Semi-shade Moderate water Pink flowers Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds Invasive Subtropical, cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Ornamental leathery leaves and pretty pink flowers. Small size bush, this plant is very easy to grow, great for beginners as well as indoor culture. It takes low light with no problem, and needs very little if any care. Ardisias are very popular house plants.
RECOMMENDED FERTILIZERS:
SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Tropical Allure - Smart-Release Booster

Grown in 6"/1 gal pot, small plant

4 Plants in stock

$27.00

Artabotrys siamensis - Climbing Ylang-Ylang

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2558 Artabotrys siamensis - Climbing Ylang-Ylang

Vine or creeper Full sun Moderate water Yellow/orange flowers Fragrant Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Climbing Ylang-Ylang, Manorangini, Hara-champa, Kantali champa. A brother of a famous Artabotrys hexapetalus, this plant can grow as a large woody vine or trimmed as a shrub. Flowers are very fragrant, with lemon-like scent.
RECOMMENDED FERTILIZERS:
SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Plumeria Top Dress - Smart-Release Booster

Grown in 10"/ 3 gal pot

7 Plants in stock

$52.00

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