Alternanthera dentata ‘LRU30’ ~ Little Ruby™ Joseph's Coat edging Amber Gem Lenten Rose is

Amber Gem Lenten Rose is a late winter-blooming evergreen perennial with leathery rich green basal foliage

Coral Drift Rose is a spreading long-blooming deciduous shrub with double petaled vibrant coral-orange flowers that bloom from spring until the first frost

Hibiscus coccineus is a host for the Grey Hairstreak and Painted Lady butterflies

It has several hybrid selections

The aromatic scale-like foliage is grayish blue-green

Alternanthera dentata ‘LRU30’ ~ Little Ruby™ Joseph's Coat edging Amber Gem Lenten Rose isLittle Ruby Joseph's Coat is a compact erect evergreen annual grown for its pointed foliage that comes in shades of burgundy and purple. The inconspicuous pale flower buttons are held in the leaf axils that are nearly indistinguishable from the foliage. Best color in full sun and rich, consistently moist well drained soils in cooler regions; warmer regions do best with afternoon shade to prevent color bleaching. Type: Annual Height: 0. 5' 1' Spread: 1