Shrub
Chenille Plant
Acalypha hispida
Varieties We Carry
ChenilleAcalypha hispidaStandardAcalypha hispida
Sizes & Pricing
4 inFrom$4.50
1 galFrom$6.95
3 galFrom$14.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size4-6 feet × 4-8 feet
About Chenille Plant
Chenille Plant (Acalypha hispida) is a tropical shrub from the Indo-Pacific region prized for its extraordinary long, drooping catkin-like flower spikes in brilliant crimson-red that closely resemble fuzzy chenille fabric. It provides a bold, exotic focal point in tropical and subtropical gardens and container displays. Starting at $4.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
- Flower Color
- Red
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Chenille Plant blooms best and most prolifically in full sun; in NE Florida, provide afternoon shade protection only if planting in a very exposed, wind-swept location.
Water
Water regularly to maintain moderate soil moisture; established plants in NE Florida's sandy soil may need irrigation 2–3 times per week in summer heat and less in winter.
Soil & Fertilizer
Grows well in well-drained sandy or loam soils; fertilize three times per year (spring, summer, fall) with a quality granular fertilizer and supplement with bloom boosters to encourage the showy flower spikes.
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Common questions
Is Chenille Plant a good plant for St. Augustine?
Chenille Plant is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 4-6 feet × 4-8 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.