20+ Hypoestes Pink Polka Dot Flower seeds-Hypoestes Sanguinolenta-B256

20+ Hypoestes Pink Polka Dot Flower seeds-Hypoestes Sanguinolenta-B256 The Hypoestes Splash Mix polka dot plant is a lively and beautiful little plant with brightly spotted leaves that stand out especially well against other plants. Put them in a mass of ferns or ivies, and the mixed color will stand out in bright contrast. Hypoestes is a versatile, simple to grow plant that is typically known for its unusual polka dot foliage colors. Its vivid color patterns have made it a popular conversation piece to any flower garden or indoor space. Hypoestes may be grown as a perennial house plant or an annual outdoor plant in zones 3 - 10. May grow as a perennial in USDA zone 9. Grown for its variegated, attractive foliage, use this delightful plant indoors as a perennial or outdoors in the shade garden as an annual. Hypoestes Pink Polka Dot plant grows readily from flower seeds and will reach just 8 - 12 inches tall and 9 inches wide. One of the most effortless house plants or shade plants you will ever grow. An annual foliage plant (or greenhouse perennial), it springs right up from flower seed, quickly reaching its mature size. The large, pointed leaves arise from the central stem, creating a neat rosette that looks lovely in the front of the border or in containers of all sizes. The foliage is dark green very heavily splattered with light pink, so that on most leaves, only the midrib and veining remain green. Hypoestes Pink Polka Dot is a great choice to mix in with other foliage plants in the shade. Its pink will sure stand out amongst other plants and give your beds a unique look. Pink Polka Dot will give months of color and enjoyment in the house too! Sow Polka Dot plant seeds indoors 4 - 6 weeks before frost season has passed. Use well-draining potting soil and gently press Hypoestes seeds into soil. Covering with plastic wrap to hold in heat and moisture is helpful. Pink Polka Dot plants tend to get leggy, so do not hesitate to pinch them back to encourage a more compact plant. Grow as a perennial houseplant or an annual outdoor plant in zones 3 - 8. May grow as a perennial in USDA zone 9. These fast growing Hypoestes plants can reach a very nice size in 12 weeks after planting from Hypoestes seeds. Many people prefer to grow Hypoestes mixes as a potted plant; however, it can be grown along with other Spring annuals and is ideal for the shade garden. At full size, Hypoestes Splash mix will be 10 - 18 inches tall and 12 - 14 inches wide. Also called Polka Dot Plant. Growing Conditions Light: Bright light is best. Plants grown in poor light conditions are likely to have solid green leaves, which defeats the purpose of this neat little plant. If your plant isn't colorful enough, consider some direct sunlight, which should deepen the colors. Water: Keep the soil moist in the summer growing season and reduce in the winter. If your plant flowers and then goes into a dormant phase, then reduce water significantly, resuming regular watering only after the new growth emerges. Fertilizer: During the growing season, feed weekly with a weak liquid fertilizer that includes micronutrients and encourages blooming. Season: Perennial USDA Zones: 9 - 10 Height: 8 - 12 inches Bloom Season: Insignificant Foliage Color: Dark Green w/ Pink Environment: Partial shade to full shade Soil Type: Moist, well-drained Latin Name: Hypoestes Sanguinolenta Temperature: 65F Average Germ Time: 7 - 14 days Light Required: Yes Depth: Do not cover the seed but press into the soil Sowing Rate: 8 - 10 seeds per plant Moisture: Keep seed moist until germination Plant Spacing: 12 - 16 inches Soil: A light, fast-draining potting soil is perfect. You can use fortified soils.