Virginia copperleaf
Acalypha virginica
Virginia copperleaf is an undemanding native annual-like perennial wildflower that adapts well to average garden soils in part shade to full sun. Its distinctive bronze-green foliage provides textural interest and it supports a variety of native pollinators throughout the growing season. It self-seeds readily, naturalizing in disturbed areas and garden edges with little maintenance required.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
240″ – 480″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
red
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings; Avoid Overwatering
Soil pH
5.9 – 7
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 240″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 18, 2021 by Manū (cc-by-sa)
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