Wilkesiana Acalypha Sunset Shrub, xd landscapers plug

$24.12

Tropical medium sized leaves with lightly serrated margins are patched and splattered in varying shades of deep green light green and creamy yellow. Wilkesiana makes a great container plant on the patio. This colorful upright bush also known as the copper plant can reach heights of 10 feet or more.

In stock

QUICK SPECS

OUTDOOR

Zone 10a-11

PATIO

Zone 4a-11

SOIL TYPE

Rich Moist

% SUN

80-100%

POT SIZE

9″ Deep

INCLUDES

One Shrub

ABOUT SUNSET SHRUBS

Wilkesiana Acalypha Sunset Shrub – Tropical medium sized leaves with lightly serrated margins are patched and splattered in varying shades of deep green light green and creamy yellow. Wilkesiana makes a great container plant on the patio. This colorful upright bush also known as the copper plant can reach heights of 10 feet or more. Acalypha, a South Pacific Native, has many variations in both form and color, they will add a tropical feel to any space.
These are very healthy shrubs with well established root systems and are ready to be repotted and enjoyed upon delivery.
Please note: Leaves are often trimmed prior to shipping to reduce transpiration and travel stress. The growth rate of Sunset Shrubs will vary greatly depending on season, soil type, sunlight, temperature and other factors. Always changing!

SUNSET SHRUB CARE

Sunset Shrubs are very easy to grow tropical shrubs that and seem to grow best when neglected. They add a wonderful accent to any outdoor space, garden or patio. In very cold zones a containerized Sunset Shrub can be brought inside for the winter months. Most will survive a very light frost and quickly return to normal in spring. In the northern end of their grow zone Wilkesiana shrubs should be brought indoors or protected during the winter months.
When you receive your new shrub, there is no need to worry about planting right away. Your new shrub can be stored for a while by simply placing it in a bucket with about a half inch of water in the bottom and moving it a shady location. You can then add some mulch to the bucket to keep your Wilkesiana standing straight. The mulch will also supply nutrients while in storage. This will give you plenty of time to select the ideal location for your Acalypha Sunset Shrub.

CONTAINER SIZE

Most gardeners don’t realize that Sunset Shrubs grow very well in patio containers. Allow enough room for growth generally a 12″ to a 24″ diameter, 14″ deep container will suffice. Remember the looser the roots, the taller and healthier your shrub will be. When the shrub becomes root bound its growth will slow. At that point it is time for a larger pot.

SOIL

Sunset Shrubs enjoy well drained but moist, rich organic mix. Remember try to stay away from wet, mucky soils.

FERTILIZER

To help establish your new Sunset Shrub, fertilize sparingly, biannually with a slow time release 15-5-10. Unfertilized they will tend to grow very slowly. WARNING – The heavy salts in cheaper fertilizers may damage the roots thus killing the shrub.

GROW ZONE & LIGHT

Best outdoors if grown in zone 10a-11, find your zone here. This shrub requires 85-100% sunlight. Depending on your location full sun is best. The patio zone is 4b-11 which means the potted shrub will flourish over the summer months in this zone but must be brought inside for the winter months. (avoid frost)

BEFORE YOU PLANT OUTDOORS

Here at the nursery these shrubs are grown under 20-40% shade cloth. If you plant directly in full sun you may experience leaf burn. It is best to acclimate this shrub to its environment by keeping it outside and slowly moving it into a sunny area over a week or two to avoid stress before planting.

WHAT IS THE SHIPPING SIZE

All shrubs for sale will vary in size. In the spring, shrubs are often smaller than shrubs shipped in the fall. You can see the various pot sizes and actual shrubs ready to ship by clicking the “SHIPPING” link.

Note:

Before leaving, Sunset Shrubs are inspected, watered, pruned if necessary and topped to facilitate shipping. Your new shrub is then bagged to keep the soil moist, to ensure that the soil stays in the pot and not loose in the box. Then your shrub is tissue or kraft paper wrapped and secured in place with natural biodegradable peanuts. You will be pleased.
You may want to buy your this Wilkesiana Acalypha online now while they are in stock. If you have any pre-purchase questions, please feel free to contact us. (link below)

WHAT ARE THE SHIPPING RATES? Very Simple Flat Rate. The same low rate applies to everyone no matter here you live. However at the current time we only ship to the lower 48 states.

Order Total	Shipping Charge
Any	$14.99
Plus	$3.99 per item.
Example	Shipping Total
1 Item	$18.98
5 Items	$34.94
10 Items	$54.89

HOW ARE PLANTS PACKAGED FOR SHIPMENT? Wow, like a present! With our state of the art packaging we can ensure that your new plant arrives in style. Before leaving our growers all plants are inspected, watered and pruned if necessary. Some taller plants may be topped to facilitate shipping. Your new plant is bagged to keep the soil moist and to ensure that the soil stays in the pot, not loose in the box. Then your plants are tissue or kraft paper wrapped and secured in place with natural biodegradable peanuts. You will be pleased.

DO YOU SHIP PLANTS ANY TIME OF THE YEAR? Sorry, no we don't. Most of the plants offered are very tropical and require temperatures above 40º at all times. On occasion some orders may be delayed if the weather conditions in your area warrant that the shipment be held. This helps to ensure the survival of your new plant. During the winter months when we are no longer shipping plants, our growers spend their time researching new species and new growing techniques to provide you with the most unique and superior species of plants available anywhere.

HOW LARGE ARE THE POTS THE PLANTS COME IN? Most plants designated with a (-2g, -8, -6, -4,) will arrive in a large 8 inch, standard 8 inch, 6 inch, 4 inch growers pot respectively, the color and style of these pots will vary. We are very proud to introduce our new, reusable, recyclable deep cells, 7 to 14 inches deep and 2 to 3 inches in diameter. Products growing in these cells are easy to transplant and allow for deeper roots, faster growth and are designated with a (-7, -9, -14). Several of our larger landscape plants are grown in 10 inch and 8 inch deep tree pots wich are 3 to 4 inches in diameter and are designated with a (-tc3 or -tc4).

ARE SHIPPING OPTIONS AVAILABLE? No. Sorry, At the present the only shipping option available is UPS Ground ®. UPS ® has proven themselves in the industry and have become the carrier of choice for our family of growers. With reasonable rates, careful handling and on time service you can be sure that your shipment will arrive ready to be enjoyed.

HOW CAN I ESTIMATE THE ARRIVAL DATE? To ensure proper delivery most orders will take 1 - 3 weeks. The delivery time can vary depending on the supplying growers work load and/or seasonal holidays. Rest easy knowing that your plant will not ship until it is inspected, watered, bagged and properly packaged.

CAN ORDERS BE SHIPPED OUTSIDE THE US? Presently we only ship inside the lower 48 states. With the current USDA regulations regarding shipment of live plants, our family of growers are restricted to and governed by the guidelines for certification within the lower 48 states only. Orders shipping to Alaska, Hawaii and internationally will not be accepted.

For more information visit our shipping page or contact customer service.