Product description
Hypoestes Phyllostachya Pink is a colourful, bushy, baby houseplant which is also known as the Polka Dot Plant. It gets this name from its brightly patterned leaves which have a pink base covered in dark green spots and veining, creating a polka dot effect.
Place your Polka Dot Plant in bright, indirect light. It will require regular watering throughout the summer months, and less frequent water during the winter months. It will also benefit from a regular misting or being placed in a humid room such as the bathroom or kitchen every so often.
Baby plants are excellent for anyone with smaller spaces to fill, and they make the perfect gift plant too! The Polka Dot Plant is an ideal choice for anyone looking to add a splash of colour to their houseplant collection.
It’s not unusual to give your plant a name… so don’t hesitate to choose one that you think suits the plant! Try naming your plant with the first name or word that you think of when you look at it - that’s how we ended up with an orchid named Clover and spider plant called Joseph.
Polka Dot Plant
Baby Hypoestes 'Pink'
Baby Hypoestes 'Pink'
Product description
Hypoestes Phyllostachya Pink is a colourful, bushy, baby houseplant which is also known as the Polka Dot Plant. It gets this name from its brightly patterned leaves which have a pink base covered in dark green spots and veining, creating a polka dot effect.
Place your Polka Dot Plant in bright, indirect light. It will require regular watering throughout the summer months, and less frequent water during the winter months. It will also benefit from a regular misting or being placed in a humid room such as the bathroom or kitchen every so often.
Baby plants are excellent for anyone with smaller spaces to fill, and they make the perfect gift plant too! The Polka Dot Plant is an ideal choice for anyone looking to add a splash of colour to their houseplant collection.
It’s not unusual to give your plant a name… so don’t hesitate to choose one that you think suits the plant! Try naming your plant with the first name or word that you think of when you look at it - that’s how we ended up with an orchid named Clover and spider plant called Joseph.
House Plant Size Guide
House plants come in a wide array of shapes and sizes depending on the variety and maturity of the plant.
6cm/12cm/15cm/19cm/23cm nursery pots are the most common size of pot that they are sold in. This measurement is the diameter at the top of the pot.
12cm potted plants are the most popular providing great value for money and an instant impact. Larger plants that come in pots of 20cm+ are great for making a statement in any room and can represent years of growth to get to that level of maturity and size.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
Instructions
Top Tip
Pinch back the growing tips of your Hypoestes regularly to encourage bushier growth and maintain its compact shape. Rotate the pot every couple of weeks to ensure even light exposure, and fertilise every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser. With proper care, Hypoestes will add a splash of colour and texture to any indoor space.
How to Water
Water Hypoestes regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Allow the top 1–2 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent overwatering. During the growing season, check the plant weekly, but reduce watering in winter when growth slows. Always use room-temperature, filtered water to avoid shocking the plant and to minimise mineral build-up in the soil.
How to Plant
To plant Hypoestes, use a pot with good drainage and fill it with a well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix. Remove the plant gently from its container, ensuring the root ball remains intact, and position it so the base of the stem sits level with the soil surface. Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly to settle. Place the pot in a location with bright, indirect light, as too much direct sunlight can fade its vibrant leaf patterns.
