Hypoestes - Polka Dot
Bring a playful burst of colour to your garden or indoor collection with Hypoestes, commonly known as the Polka Dot Plant. This lively plant adds a touch of whimsy to any space, with its striking leaves adorned with vibrant splashes of pink, red, or white, creating a truly eye-catching display in containers, borders, or as a houseplant.
Perfect for brightening shaded borders, pots, or indoor arrangements, the Polka Dot Plant thrives in warm, humid conditions, reminiscent of its tropical origins. Its compact size and bold, patterned foliage make it an ideal accent plant, adding texture and vivid colour wherever it’s planted.
Bring a playful burst of colour to your garden or indoor collection with Hypoestes, commonly known as the Polka Dot Plant. This lively plant adds a touch of whimsy to any space, with its striking leaves adorned with vibrant splashes of pink, red, or white, creating a truly eye-catching display in containers, borders, or as a houseplant.
Perfect for brightening shaded borders, pots, or indoor arrangements, the Polka Dot Plant thrives in warm, humid conditions, reminiscent of its tropical origins. Its compact size and bold, patterned foliage make it an ideal accent plant, adding texture and vivid colour wherever it’s planted.
Bring a playful burst of colour to your garden or indoor collection with Hypoestes, commonly known as the Polka Dot Plant. This lively plant adds a touch of whimsy to any space, with its striking leaves adorned with vibrant splashes of pink, red, or white, creating a truly eye-catching display in containers, borders, or as a houseplant.
Perfect for brightening shaded borders, pots, or indoor arrangements, the Polka Dot Plant thrives in warm, humid conditions, reminiscent of its tropical origins. Its compact size and bold, patterned foliage make it an ideal accent plant, adding texture and vivid colour wherever it’s planted.
Botanical Name: Hypoestes phyllostachya
Common Name: Polka Dot Plant
Plant Size: Small to medium
Established Height: Typically grows 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) tall
Established Spread: Can spread up to 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) wide
Plant Spacing: Space about 8-12 inches (20-30 cm) apart
Leaf Color: Green with spots of pink, red, or white
Habit: Upright, bushy
Life Cycle: Perennial (grown as an annual in colder climates)
Sunlight: Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates partial shade
Position: Thrives in well-lit, sheltered locations indoors or in shaded outdoor spots
Suitable For: Indoor gardening, containers, shaded borders, terrariums, mixed plantings
Soil Acidity: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
Soil Moisture: Prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil
Soil Type: Fertile, humus-rich, well-draining
Growing Skill: Easy to grow; perfect for beginners
Maintenance: Low; may require occasional watering to maintain soil moisture. Pinch back stems to encourage bushier growth and maintain its compact size.
