❤️ Acalypha ‘Chenille’ (Dwarf)
Acalypha pendula
A compact, trailing shrub prized for its fuzzy, bright red “chenille” blooms that cascade over the foliage. This dwarf variety is perfect for containers, hanging baskets, and borders, providing nonstop tropical color.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: South Pacific Islands
☀️ Light: Full sun to part shade
💧 Water: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but well-drained
📏 Size: 12–18 in tall, 18–24 in wide
🌸 Bloom Time: Nearly year-round in South Florida
🪴 Landscape Use: Ideal for containers, hanging baskets, borders, and tropical accents in bright gardens
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Plant in rich, well-draining soil amended with Coast of Maine Bumper Crop to encourage continuous flowering and lush foliage growth