This pendulous, blooming jewel is from Malaysia and New Guinea. It too reaches about 36 inches in height and spreads to 24 inches.īut I also mentioned the chenille plant, which, by the way, is officially red hot cat’s tail. It also makes a visually stimulating companion in mixed containers.Ī fairly new introduction called ‘Jungle Cloak’ has a unique camouflage pattern featuring green, cream, red and copper. ‘Beyond Paradise’ reaches 36 inches in height and will be a beacon in the garden, mesmerizing all who pass by it. In the shade it is not quite so bright, but is equally stunning as the leaves feature various blends of copper, green, cream and rose red variegation. In addition to the ‘Java White,’ keep your eyes open for ‘Beyond Paradise.’ The name is well suited as this plant thrills with its brilliantly variegated leaves in shades of copper and rose. In the South Pacific, copper plants may reach 10 to 15 feet in height, a stunning sight. It is in the Euphorbia family, making it related to the poinsettia, croton and chenille plant, the latter of which is known botanically as Acalypha hispida. The copper plant, or copperleaf, has its origins in the Pacific islands. Like the others, it too maintains a shrub-like habit in sun to partial sun, and certainly offers an exotic appeal all its own. It features various patterns and variegations of green, white and cream, with leaves that are like snowflakes in that no two are alike. But, the foliage of ‘Java White’ appears as though it has been kissed by snow. It’s funny that it’s in the same genus and species, which is Acalypha wilkesiana, where you find plants with foliage that is truly copper, many as showy as a new penny. When you think of the dog days of summer, the copper plant is one that comes to mind.Ĭalling ‘Java White’ “copper” is certainly a misnomer. When it comes to August temperatures, we gardeners need some tough tropicals to help the landscape dazzle until cool-season planting time arrives. I was looking at ‘Java White’ and the bright red, cattail-like blooms of the chenille plant. But, as I drove into the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens at the Historic Bamboo Farm, there they were, two acalypha plants, the tropical troopers of the landscape. There are only three of them in this area, but as a Realtor ®, I can help you get your own Jungle Java started in your neighborhood no matter where you live.This morning in Savannah, Georgia, the heat and humidity were simply staggering. Some of you entrepeneurs may want to know that Jungle Java is a franchise. Wifi hot spot available, so bring your work and let the children come and have some fun. I would like to encourage any mother/dad who is sitting home alone and feeling lonely, to come out on a rainy day (or sunny day) and enjoy the experience of Jungle Java as well as make new friends. Occassionally I'd see a mom or two up in the structure trying to coax a child to play or showing how to get out of the maze.Īlso like McDonald's they offer parties and other such necessities for parents of young children. The children looked like they were having a wonderful time. This is an updated version of what McDonald's offers. The back end of the building is a wall to wall jungle gym that has all kinds of climbing, sliding and playing for the older brother or sister. This area is inside a secure area and has soft climbing blocks surrounding the children's play area that allows moms to sit and talk or just watch their toddlers. They offer a small area for toddlers to play, though you cannot have shoes on in that area, socks are mandatory. They have a menu of different types of coffees, sandwiches, some desserts, and soups. They offer membership prices of 3-6 month, regulars can stop in during that time as often as they wish, or a there is a price for the one time visitor. Jungle Java offers free entry for adults and tiny children, while all others of in between years must pay. Many seemed to have already been acquainted, while others, like myself were new. I would have expected earlier if they had dropped older children off at school, but I was wrong. The day happened to be a rainy morning and to my suprise moms and children started filtering in after 10am. It was amazing how many moms of toddlers and young children showed up. I recently visited a Jungle Java the other day.
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