Hypoestes phyllostachya is cultivated as an ornamental plant commonly used as a houseplant but can also be grown outside in partial sun, as an annual plant. It may produce small pink/purple flowers that sightly resemble scented geraniums. It is mainly gro
Due to how easy it is to grow this plant will grow in a variety of conditions. Polka dot plant is great for beginner gardeners and those that like low maintainance gardens.
Common Name:
Polka Dot Plant Red
Botanical Name:
Hypeostas phyllostachya
Plant size:
Approx 12 - 15cm
Pot size:
75mm pot.
Max growth:
Approx high and ground cover wide.
Maintenance:
Keep the soil moist in the summer growing season and reduce in the winter.
Outdoor plants need little supplemental feeding but indoor plants should be fed once per month. Prune to keep in compact form.
Planting:
Growing this plant outside requires well-drained but moist soil with plenty of organic matter.