During the summer, a small edging annual finishes off any border or container planting. Some old-fashioned plants still fit the bill. Here is one to consider. The Alternanthera now comes in many new ...

* Common name: Joseph's coat 'Red Threads' * Botanical name:Alternanthera ficoidia 'Red Threads' * What it is: A short annual with narrow, burgundy, almost grass-like leaves. Grown for the foliage, ...