Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
A small plant that makes a big statement, this Hypoestes phyllostachya will brighten a border or add color to container plantings. Grow this easy-care plant for its attractive pink and green foliage. It has an upright habit, with a height of 16-22 inches.
Hypoestes phyllostachya is native to Madagascar, so it doesn’t mind heat. It will survive in drought conditions with average watering. This is a bushy plant with oval, softly downy leaves. It is great in mass plantings in the border or as a filler in window boxes and patio containers.
Hippo Pink Polka Dot Plant Care
No deadheading or pruning is needed of this easy-to-tend plant. You can pinch it back if it becomes leggy. Plant it in average soil and provide an average amount of water. Its color is better when grown in partial shade rather than sun. Use a potting mix that is high in organic matter.
Hippo® Pink makes a great houseplant. Save them over the winter by potting up from the garden in late summer and keeping them in a bright window. You may want to use them as an accent plant in dish gardens. Because polka dot plants grow in the Madagascar rainforest, they will enjoy periodic misting indoors.
Hippo Pink Polka Dot Plant Spacing
Space them 6 inches apart in containers and 8-12 inches in the landscape. They have a spread of 8-14 inches.
Hippo® Pink Polka Dot Plant Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11 |
| Flower Color(s): Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s) Green, Pink |
| Foliage Description: Light Pink and Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 16-22 Inches |
| Spread: 8-14 Inches |
| Spacing: 6-10 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Use Types: Container, Houseplant, Landscape, Mass Planting |
| Features: Low Maintenance, Foliage Interest, Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Hypoestes phyllostachya 'G14161' USPP 30,401, Can PBRAF |
| Common Name: Hippo® Pink Polka Dot Plant |
| Other Name(s): |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- HYPHPP
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
3.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
~1.42 quarts
Also Known As:
4.25" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W
Volume:
~1.56 pints
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
~1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts
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We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days.
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
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Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.