{"product_id":"stephie-dwarf-chenille-plant-acalypha-reptans-stephie","title":"Stephie Dwarf Chenille Plant - Acalypha reptans 'Stephie'","description":"\u003cp\u003eStephie Dwarf Chenille Plant (\u003cem\u003eAcalypha reptans\u003c\/em\u003e 'Stephie') is an evergreen groundcover that grows about 25cm tall and spreads to 60cm wide. It is covered in bright red, woolly, tail-like flowers up to 10cm long, which look like soft red chenille. It is unmistakable in a rockery, a windowbox or a hanging basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluffy red tails.\u003c\/strong\u003e Woolly flower tails up to 10cm long give a bold, unusual texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers in sun or dappled shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It blooms in full sun and in dappled shade, so there is more than one place for it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA groundcover that cascades.\u003c\/strong\u003e It spreads to 60cm wide and spills over the edge of baskets and pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact scale.\u003c\/strong\u003e At only 25cm tall it suits small gardens, rockeries and tough spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen.\u003c\/strong\u003e It keeps its leaves all year in a frost free position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRockeries and tough spots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart as a groundcover among stones, in a sunny or dappled position. Mulch between the plants while they spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging baskets and windowboxes.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant fills a basket, with the red tails hanging over the edge. Use a good potting mix rich in humus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors in cold climates.\u003c\/strong\u003e Where frost is a risk, bring a potted plant inside to a bright position for winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Stephie Dwarf Chenille Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun or dappled shade. It is frost tender: protect it from frost, or grow it in a pot and bring it indoors to a bright position in cold climates. Outdoors it is at home in tropical and subtropical gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained, light soil. In pots, use a mix rich in humus or other organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water well after planting, then keep up regular watering. Feed with a fertiliser in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune to shape as needed to keep it compact and flowering well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Stephie Dwarf Chenille Plant as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, and in 140mm pots in packs of 10. Stock of the tube depends on our grower. While the grower has none the tube shows as sold out, and the notify button on the page emails you as soon as it is back. Expect a small plant, with the red tails appearing as it settles and spreads. Plant it out in a warm spot once the risk of frost has passed, and water it in well.\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\/groundcover\"\u003eBrowse the groundcover range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rockery-plants\"\u003eRockery plants for dry, sunny spots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants for pots and containers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants for balconies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 40cm apart as a groundcover. A single plant is enough for a hanging basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower in shade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It flowers in full sun or dappled shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have not marked it pet friendly. Acalypha is a member of the euphorbia family, in which many plants carry an irritating sap, so it is best kept away from chewing pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67789645316415,"sku":"ACA-REP-STEPHI-tube","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67789645545791,"sku":"ACA-REP-STEPHI-140MM-P10","price":188.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/stephie-dwarf-chenille-plant-acalypha-reptans-stephie.jpg?v=1792192914","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/stephie-dwarf-chenille-plant-acalypha-reptans-stephie","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}