Alternanthera Party Time

Alternanthera ficoidea ‘Party Time’ is a vivid, low-growing foliage plant that lives up to its name — its small, lance-shaped leaves burst in a festive mix of hot pink, magenta, and green, creating a dense, colorful mound that adds bold, saturated energy to any planting. Compact and fast-growing, Party Time is equally at home as a tabletop accent, a colorful ground cover in mixed arrangements, or a bright pop of color on a sunny windowsill. One of the most reliably vibrant foliage plants available, and genuinely easy to maintain.

Care Guide

• Light: Full sun to bright indirect light is essential for the most vivid pink and magenta coloration. Insufficient light causes the foliage to fade toward green — this plant thrives with maximum brightness.
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Alternanthera dislikes drying out completely — more moisture-tolerant than most tropical foliage plants, but good drainage is still important.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity (50–70%). Benefits from a humidifier in dry indoor environments.
• Temperature: Prefers 65–85°F (18–29°C). Sensitive to cold — avoid temperatures below 55°F and protect from drafts.
• Soil: Well-draining potting mix with good moisture retention — a blend of potting soil and perlite works well.
• Fertilizer: Feed every 2–3 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer to support vigorous, colorful growth.
• Pruning: Pinch back regularly to maintain a compact, bushy form and encourage dense, colorful new growth.
• Toxicity: Non-toxic to pets and humans.