Alternanthera 'Party Time'

Alternanthera ‘Party Time’ is a striking, variegated foliage plant known for its bright pink and green leaves. The vibrant pink splashes on the foliage vary with light exposure, making each plant unique. This tropical, fast-growing, and compact variety is commonly used as a groundcover, border plant, or container accent. Though it can produce small, white flowers, it is primarily grown for its stunning foliage.

Native Range

Alternanthera species are native to South and Central America, thriving in warm, tropical environments. ‘Party Time’ is a cultivated variety bred for ornamental use.

Growing Zones

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (perennial)

• Grown as an annual in cooler zones (2–8) or as a houseplant.

Size

• Height: 12 to 18 inches

• Width: 12 to 24 inches (spreading habit)

Growing Conditions

• Light: Prefers partial shade to full sun (brighter light enhances pink variegation).

• Soil: Well-draining, rich in organic matter; pH 6.0–7.5.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering.

• Humidity: Thrives in high humidity; benefits from occasional misting indoors.

• Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures (65–85°F); avoid frost exposure.

• Fertilizer: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during the growing season.

Pruning & Maintenance

• Pinch back tips to encourage bushier growth.

• Trim as needed to maintain shape and size.

Uses

• Borders & Edging: Adds color contrast in garden beds.

• Containers & Hanging Baskets: Perfect for patio displays.

• Houseplant: Grows well indoors with bright, indirect light.

• Groundcover: Forms a dense, colorful mat in warm climates.

---SHIPPING NOTICE PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS!---

 We WILL NOT refund the purchase of or the shipping cost of live plants purchased with the intent to be shipped to states that do not authorize importing live plants or to states with restrictions! Purchases to these states will be held for 30 days for pick-up at our Slidell, Louisiana store and the shipping cost associated with these purchases will be held for the care of the plant while waiting to be picked up. All sales are final. If the plant(s) purchased are not picked up within 30 days from the date of order, these items will be returned to our sales inventory and you WILL NOT be refunded. Thank you for understanding these policies.

Due to regulations, certain states have restrictions on importing plants. Please review the list below to ensure you're not attempting to order any restricted plants in your area.

**Important Note:** We do not ship any plants outside the U.S.

State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

Additionally, we cannot ship plants in soil medium to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, HI, ID, KS, MS, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA.