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Hypoestes phyllostachya - Polka Dot Plant
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Polka Dot Plant & How to care for it.
The Plant: The Polka Dot Plant is a compact perennial bearing
pointed oval leaves which are awash with coloured speckles as if
paint-splashed with red or pink or cream paint.
Its needs: Hypoestes enjoys good light even a little morning sun;
If placed in too dark a spot the colouring fades and the Polka Dot Plant
becomes too leggy, (tall and straggly). The potting mix should allow
good drainage. Winter temperature should not be allowed to fall below 13
C. Warmth promotes healthy growth.
Care: Water well once a week during growing season, feed
sparingly. Reduce water to a bare minimum over winter. Mist foliage in
very hot weather. If plant becomes straggly trim back hard, almost to
the base. Pinch out growing tips and flowers to maintain a neat
appearance.
Good for: Excellent foliage plant, easy to maintain, bright and
colourful. Hypoestes can be grown individually, or with a mixture of
other suitable houseplants, or even in a shallow container with a
variety of shades of Polka Dot Plants. Good for brightening up a quiet
corner.
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