Coat of Many Colors
A tender tropical foliage plant, commonly Alternanthera bettzickiana, grown for its colorful, often variegated leaves rather than its flowers. Special Features Vivid multicolored foliage; responds well to trimming; useful for colorful edging and container displays. Problems & Solutions Leaf scorch and wilting in extreme heat: provide afternoon shade and consistent moisture. Root rot: improve drainage. […]
Tri Color Spider Wort
A tender, trailing perennial commonly sold as Tradescantia fluminensis ‘Tricolor’, prized for its pink, cream, and green variegated leaves. Best grown in sheltered containers in Phoenix. Special Features Colorful variegation, attractive cascading stems, easy propagation from cuttings, and suitability for hanging baskets or indoor growing. Problems & Solutions Sunburn and crispy leaves: provide afternoon shade […]
Vista Red Salvia
A compact, tender salvia with dense spikes of vivid red flowers above lush green foliage; best grown as a seasonal bedding annual in Phoenix. Special Features Vibrant red flower spikes attract hummingbirds and butterflies; compact, uniform growth suits mass plantings and containers. Problems & Solutions Extreme heat and dry soil cause wilting and leaf scorch; […]