Acalypha wilkesiana 'Louisiana Red'

Also Known As

Louisiana Red Copper Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-10'
W: 2'-10'

planting zones

10a-12

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Acalypha wilkesiana 'Louisiana Red' plant details

Acalypha wilkesiana 'Louisiana Red' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with bronze, burgundy and red foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acalypha wilkesiana 'Louisiana Red'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, burgundy and red
Mature size: 2 FT - 10 FT - wide, 3 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acalypha wilkesiana 'Louisiana Red'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Louisiana Red Copper Plant's color is hot as a Louisiana summer with large, dark coppery red foliage that can be solid or variegated. Long one of the most popular Coppers in our area and known for its vigor and reliability. Use Copper Plants as a summer shrub, container plant, or anywhere low maintenance, season long color is desired. The Copper Plant's beautifully colored foliage lends itself to tropical landscapes while it's heat and sun tolerance make it suitable for even some of the most difficult areas so long as it's basic requirements are met. Foliage color is often most intense where they get at least 6 hours of direct sun per day. Provide your Copper Plants with average water in an average to well draining moderately rich soil for best results. Some varieties may overwinter in zone 9 and may become somewhat larger in freeze free climates.