Pronunciation: ak-ah-ly'-fah
Acalypha wilkesiana is a robust tropical foliage plant native to the Pacific Islands. Its variegated, multi-colored leaves create a vibrant display in annual container combinations or bedded out in a sunny garden.
Full sun. In containers, water when the top inch of soil is dry.
Grow in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly throughout the growing season.
Powdery mildew can occasionally be a problem.
Combine with flowering annuals such as Dahlias, Rudbeckias, and Zinnias that complement the multi-colored leaves.
For more on planting and care of annuals, see How to grow annuals.
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