Copper Leaf Plant 12-24″ Acalypha wilkesiana Ornamental Shrub Fast Growing Vibrant Foliage Easy Care Tropical Garden Plant

Brighten your garden with a Copper Leaf Plant (Acalypha wilkesiana)! This vibrant ornamental shrub features stunning copper, red, and green foliage that will enhance any outdoor or indoor space. Each purchase includes a 12-24" cutting, ready for you to grow into a beautiful statement plant.

• 🌿 Vibrant Foliage: Copper-red, green, and pink variegated leaves add stunning color to your garden.
• 🌱 Fast Growing: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching up to 8 feet tall.
• 🌞 Light: Prefers full sun for the best leaf color; some afternoon shade helps in hot climates.
• 💧 Watering: Regular watering needed for consistently moist soil; avoid waterlogging.
• 🌿 Soil: Grows well in fertile, well-draining soil; slightly acidic to neutral pH.
• 🛡️ Low-Maintenance: Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.
• 🌸 Pests: Resistant to most pests, but may attract aphids or spider mites—treat with neem oil.
• 🌍 Versatile: Perfect for hedges, borders, containers, and as a statement plant in landscaping.

Common Name: Copper Leaf, Acalypha wilkesiana
Scientific Name: Acalypha wilkesiana
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; avoid overwatering
Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral
Hardiness Zones: 9-12
Growth Habit: 3-8 feet tall when mature
Format: 12-24″ cutting (starter plant)