- Light Requirement is Full Shade to Partial Shade
- Height 16-22 Inches
- Width 8-14 Inches
- Use as a filler when using in containers
- Low maintenance plant with deep pink foliage!
The Polka Dot Plant has made its name as a striking and low-maintenance foliage plant that catches the eye with vibrant color contrasts. The Hippo® Rose Polka Dot Plant is an award-winning variety with deep pink and green foliage. This stunning combination steals the show in any planting. Native to Madagascar, polka dot plants are easy to care for, require less than six hours of sunlight, and are adaptable as houseplants.
The Hippo® Rose Polka Dot Plant grows up to 22” high, with a spread of 14”. The size, combined with its upright, bush habit, make it a perfect “filler” for containers. Combine them with upright grasses and flowers, and chartreuse spillers for a big-impact design. Or plant with bright annuals, hostas or vines in a shady garden for instant contrast and visual interest.
Hippo Rose Polka Dot Plant Care
Polka dot plants are native to warm climates, so grow them as annuals in your containers or garden beds. They are easy to take care of, but do require the top two leaves to be pinched back on a regular basis to promote a more bushy growing habit. The plant will bloom from time to time, and you can trim off the blooms to encourage the plant’s energy to remain focused on foliage growth. Water your plant any time the top 1” of soil is dry to the touch, and fertilize once a month.
Polka dot plants are also happy indoor plants, so bring your plant indoors before the first frost if you have the perfect spot to enjoy it. Bright, indirect light is necessary to keep the plant healthy. It will also want to stay quite warm, with an ideal temperature between 70-80°F. They also prefer a humidity level of at least 50%, so keep your polka dot plant on a pebble tray, or spray them every day to maintain moist conditions.
Hippo Rose Polka Dot Plant Spacing
Plant your polka dot plants up to 10” apart when in the ground, and 5-6” apart when in a container. If planting with other annuals, use a larger container to allow room to grow, and place it in a shady place when grown outdoors.
Hippo® Rose Polka Dot Plant Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-11 |
| Flower Color(s): Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s) Green, Pink |
| Foliage Description: Deep 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 'G14160' USPP 29,842, Can PBRAF |
| Common Name: Hippo® Rose Polka Dot Plant |
| Other Name(s): |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- HYPHOP
Container Sizes
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
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
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
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
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)
Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations