🌿 Acalypha wilkesiana (Copperleaf)
Add a burst of vibrant color to your landscape with Acalypha wilkesiana—a striking tropical shrub prized for its bold, multicolored foliage and year-round visual interest.

🌟 Key Features:
Botanical Name: Acalypha wilkesiana
Common Names: Copperleaf, Jacob’s Coat
Origin: Native to the Pacific Islands
Growth Habit: Dense, upright evergreen shrub with a bushy form
Mature Size: Typically grows 3–6 feet (0.9–1.8 meters) in height and spread
Foliage: Large, ovate leaves in rich shades of copper, red, pink, and green
Flowers: Small, inconspicuous spikes—grown primarily for its foliage
Sunlight Requirements: Thrives in full sun to partial shade
Soil Preferences: Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soils
Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Hardiness Zones: Suitable for USDA zones 10–11

🌱 Garden Appeal:
Acalypha wilkesiana is a show-stopping foliage plant ideal for adding dramatic color and texture to any garden or landscape. Its evergreen nature ensures year-round appeal, while its low maintenance needs make it a reliable choice for both residential and commercial settings. Use it as a colorful hedge, accent plant, or in decorative containers to create vibrant focal points.

🛒 Ideal for Your Landscape:
Enhance your outdoor or indoor spaces with the lush beauty of Copperleaf. Whether you’re designing a tropical garden or refreshing a patio with container plants, Acalypha wilkesiana delivers bold impact with minimal effort—perfect for gardeners of all experience levels.