{"product_id":"inferno-copperleaf-acalypha-godseffiana-inferno","title":"Inferno Copperleaf - Acalypha godseffiana 'Inferno'","description":"\u003cp\u003eInferno Copperleaf (\u003cem\u003eAcalypha godseffiana\u003c\/em\u003e 'Inferno') is a bold foliage shrub that grows about 1.5m tall and wide. Its large leaves come in rich bronze, burgundy and copper tones that hold through the year, which makes it a relaxed, showy hedge or border for warm gardens. It is a tropical plant at heart, so it wants warmth, humidity and shelter from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour all year.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich bronze, burgundy and copper tones carry the plant through every season, and no two shrubs colour up quite alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig, bold leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The broad leaves are larger than those of the smaller copperleafs, so it fills space with presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDense enough for a hedge.\u003c\/strong\u003e The thick foliage forms a showy hedge or border without gaps at the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrighter with more sun.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sun brings out the strongest leaf colour, while dappled shade still works well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAt home in humidity.\u003c\/strong\u003e It enjoys humid air, which suits it to tropical and subtropical gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHedges and borders.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart in a row for a relaxed hedge about 1.5m high. Clip lightly to hold the shape. It makes a loose, colourful hedge rather than a formal one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with cordylines, which are a classic partner, or with plain green foliage plants for contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA colour accent.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single shrub brightens a dull corner, as long as the spot is warm and sheltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Inferno Copperleaf in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a warm, sheltered position with morning and\/or afternoon sun, or dappled shade. More sun means brighter leaf colour. It needs protection from frost and enjoys humidity, which makes it a natural for tropical and subtropical gardens. In frost-prone southern gardens plant it under a canopy, or grow it in a pot you can move under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A free draining soil enriched with compost suits it, topped with mulch to hold moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly for around 12 weeks until established, and give it plenty of water through summer heat. Apply a slow release fertiliser in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune or clip as required to maintain form. Light trims keep a hedge dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Inferno Copperleaf as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. A tube is the economical way to plant a long hedge. Expect a small plant on arrival, with leaf colour deepening as it grows and receives more light. Plant it into warm soil in spring or summer for the quickest start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBrowse more tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hedging-screening\"\u003eMore hedging and screening plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-subtropical-climates\"\u003ePlants for subtropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that looks lush year round\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMorning and\/or afternoon sun, or dappled shade. The more sun it gets, the brighter the leaf colour, so use full sun when you want the strongest bronze and burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it survive frost?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot reliably. It needs protection from frost, so in cold southern gardens plant it under a canopy or grow it in a pot that can be moved under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not list it as pet friendly, so keep it away from dogs and cats that like to chew plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":67787161502015,"sku":"ACA-GOD-INFERN-tube","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/inferno-copperleaf-acalypha-godseffiana-inferno.jpg?v=1792149114","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/inferno-copperleaf-acalypha-godseffiana-inferno","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}