Polka Dot Plant

Hypoestes Phyllostachya

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Overview

The Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) is a vibrant, eye-catching foliage plant featuring leaves dappled in shades of pink, white, or red. It grows 1-2 feet tall and wide, preferring partial shade and moist soil. Ideal for accentuating borders or as a whimsical ground cover, this species thrives in U.S. hardiness zones 10-11. Regular pruning encourages a compact, bushy habit, essential to maintaining its decorative appeal in a landscape design.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 10–11Climate Subtropical

Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes Phyllostachya) — eye-catching foliage plant featuring leaves dappled in shades of pink

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Acanthaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes Phyllostachya) — the Polka Dot Plant adds a mid-level layer of texture to your garden space; its compact size also makes, image 95

Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes Phyllostachya) — oval leaves - measuring about 2 inches long - are sprinkled with spots that may come in shades of pink, image 96

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