Acalypha Chenille 'Copper Plant' – Pack of 2 Live Starter Plants (4-6 Inches Tall) - Copperleaf, Fire Dragon Bush, or Jacob’s Coat

What You Will Receive – Two (2) healthy, live Acalypha Chenille ‘Copper Plants’ (also known as Copperleaf, Fire Dragon Bush, or Jacob’s Coat), each 4–6 inches tall, carefully grown and shipped ready to thrive.

Tropical Color All Year – Known for its dazzling copper, red, and bronze foliage that changes with the light, this rare plant adds instant vibrancy and visual drama to gardens, patios, or indoor spaces.

Grow Anywhere Versatility – Perfect for containers, borders, or as an indoor accent. Thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to patios, sunrooms, and outdoor beds.

Attracts Attention & Pollinators – The lush foliage and unique texture make it a stunning focal point, while its blooms can draw butterflies and beneficial insects to your garden.

Easy to Grow & Maintain – Fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that’s tolerant to heat, humidity, and a variety of soil types, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced gardeners.

Special Features: Attracts Pollinators, Compact, Drought Tolerant, Extended Bloom Time, Low Maintenance, Pest Resistant

Main Color: Copper/Red foliage

Sun Exposure: Full sun (6+ hours), Partial sun (4–6 hours)

Blooming Period: Year-round

Moisture Needs: Regular watering

USDA Hardiness Zone Range: 9–11

Mature Height: In containers: 3–5 ft; In ground: 6–8 ft

Ideal Soil Type: Loam soil, Sandy soil, Silt soil

Arrives Healthy & Ready to Plant – Shipped bare root in eco-friendly packaging to protect plants and reduce waste. Images show mature plants; your starter plants will quickly grow into lush, colorful displays.

Bring a touch of the tropics to your home or garden with the Acalypha Chenille ‘Copper Plant’ – a rare beauty that delivers year-round color and instant visual impact. With its shimmering shades of copper, bronze, and deep red, this plant transforms any space into a vibrant, living work of art.

Whether you’re creating a bold focal point in your garden, brightening up a patio, or adding a warm accent to your indoor décor, the Copper Plant’s unique foliage ensures it will be the star of the show. Known for its fast growth and ability to adapt to a range of conditions, this tropical favorite rewards you with lush, full leaves in a stunning palette that shifts with the seasons and sunlight.

Each plant matures into a bushy, upright shrub, reaching 3–5 feet in containers and up to 6–8 feet in the ground. In warm climates, it’s a perennial showstopper; in cooler regions, it can be brought indoors during the winter to keep its beauty alive year-round.

Growing the Copper Plant is refreshingly simple. Plant it in well-drained soil, give it regular water, and place it where it will enjoy full to partial sun. Feed it during the growing season for the most vibrant colors. Even if you’re a beginner gardener, you’ll love how forgiving and fast-growing this variety is – giving you a full, colorful display in no time.

Your order includes two live starter plants (4–6 inches tall), shipped bare root in eco-friendly packaging. We take pride in sending healthy, well-established plants, ready to take off in your garden or containers. Images shown depict mature plants so you can imagine their full potential – and with proper care, you’ll see them thrive quickly.