Description
Chenille Plant Hanging Basket (Acalypha hispida) is a show-stopping tropical favorite known for its long, fuzzy crimson flower tassels that gracefully cascade over the sides of the basket. Blooming from spring through fall—and often year-round in warm climates—its vibrant “catkin” flowers create a dramatic waterfall of color. Perfect for porches, patios, and bright indoor spaces, this lush hanging basket adds an eye-catching tropical touch wherever it’s displayed.
Care Guide:
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to partial sun. Morning sun is ideal; protect from intense afternoon heat.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Do not allow the soil to dry out completely.
- Temperature: Thrives in 65–85°F (18–29°C). Protect from temperatures below 55°F (13°C).
- Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity for best growth and flowering.
- Soil: Use a rich, well-draining potting mix with good moisture retention.
- Fertilizer: Feed every 2–4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer to encourage continuous blooms.
- Pruning: Trim lightly after flowering or as needed to maintain a full, bushy shape and encourage new growth.
- Blooming: Produces long, velvety red flower tassels throughout the growing season with proper light and care.
- Propagation: Easily propagated from stem cuttings in warm, humid conditions.
