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Polka Dot Plant
Grown for its colorful foliage, the dark green leaves may be speckled with pink, red or white. Lovely in hanging basket, dish gardens or mixed containers. Pinch as needed to keep the plant compact.
Companion Plants
Aloe
Gerbera Daisy
Hawaiian Ti
Plant Details
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Common name
Polka Dot Plant
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Botanical name
Hypoestes phyllostachya
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Variety
na
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Zone
Prefers moderate home temperatures of 60-85°F (16-29°C)
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Light
Medium light (indoors)
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Height
5-12" (13-30 cm)
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Habit
Mounded
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Feed
Monthly spring, summer and fall.
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Water
Maintain moderately moist soil.
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Bloom Time
Foliage plant.
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Maintenance
Keep soil drier in winter.