Pink Polka Dot Plant

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Need a splash of color in your home? Then the Pink Polka Dot Plant is for you! This fun little tropical plant has rich-green leaves that don bright-pink polka dots.

This plant goes by a lot of interesting names: Flamingo Plant, Freckle Face, Measles Plant and Pink Dot. It is native to Madagascar, but with a little bit of tender loving care, your Polka Dot Plant can thrive inside your home too.Best Locations For Growing Pink Polka Dot PlantPink Polka Dot Plant is great for any room where you need a pop of color. Just make sure it gets bright indirect light and plenty of humidity. This plant is non-toxic, so you can place it in a childs bedroom too. The plant is safe for cats and dogs as well. Pink Polka Dot Plant Sunlight RequirementsThe Pink Polka Dot Plant likes bright indirect light. A few feet from an east- or south-facing window is ideal.Pink Polka Dot Plant CareThis plant likes rich soil with good drainage. An all-purpose organic potting mix will do the job. You can mix in some pumice or perlite to improve soil drainage. It is also important to prune your Polka Dot Plant, as they can get a bit leggy. Use a pair of clean, sharp scissors and cut back branches before they get long and lanky. To promote bushier growth, cut or pinch back the top two leaves on each stem weekly. This can help the plant grow healthier and faster. Your Pink Polka Dot will also bloom sporadically, typically during the summer. You should pinch off the flowers to keep your plant focused on the growth of its lush foliage.Watering Pink Polka Dot PlantKeep the soil consistently moist, and never let it dry out completely, which can cause the foliage to wilt. On the other hand, soggy soil can cause root rot. Water your Polka Dot Plant when the top half inch of soil is dry. Slightly reduce watering in the winter.Youll want to provide humid conditions for your Pink Polka Dot Plant. A minimum of 50 percent humidity is ideal. You can place a wet pebble tray or humidifier nearby. Feeding Pink Polka Dot PlantUse an organic fertilizer that is designed for houseplants once a month during the growing season.

Pink Polka Dot Plant InformationLight Exposure: Bright Indirect LightCare Requirements: EasyWatering Requirements: Above Average - Keep lightly moist. When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: YesKid Friendly: YesAir Purifier: ModerateHabit: UprightGrowth Rate: FastMature Height: 12-24 inchesMature Spread: 1-2 feetFlowering: NoFlower Color(s): NoneFlower Shade/Description: Grown for FoliageFragrant: NoFoliage Type: Foliage Color(s): Green, PinkFoliage Description: Variegated, Pink and GreenTemperature: Above 50 F (Above 10 )Humidity: Average (40% - 60%)Common Name: Pink Polka Dot PlantOther Name(s): Polka Dot PlantScientific Name: Hypoestes phyllostachya 'Pink'Plant Type: House Plant