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White Polka Dot Plant

Hypoestes phyllostachya

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Overview

White Polka Dot Plant, or Hypoestes phyllostachya 'White', is an upright foliage annual with green leaves brightly speckled in white. It grows 16-22 inches tall and 8-14 inches wide, adding crisp pattern to shade designs. Best in part shade to shade, it prefers average, well-drained soil and average moisture. Ideal as a container filler, mass planting, or shaded bed accent. Hardy in USDA Zones 10-11.

Water Medium

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — is an upright foliage annual with green leaves brightly speckled in white

Culture

Water: Medium

Shape & size

Mature height: 1.3333334–1.8333334 Ft.
Mature width: 0.6666667–1.1666666 Ft.

Classification

Family: Acanthaceae

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White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — is an upright foliage annual with green leaves brightly speckled in white; ideal as a container filler, mass

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — The Proven Winners® White selection brings a fresh

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — Best in part shade to shade, it prefers average, well-drained soil and average moisture

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — is a lively foliage annual prized for its crisp; where its pale speckling remains fresh and its leaves avoid

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — where its pale speckling remains fresh and its leaves avoid scorching; hypoestes phyllostachya White is

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — or other flowering companions

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — Gardeners have noted that its foliage can hold its own beautifully beside surrounding blooms; luminous

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — commonly referred to as White Polka Dot Plant; its visual appeal is delicate yet spirited, image 60

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — it is most often treated as an annual in cooler climates; it is grown primarily for foliage rather than bloom

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — It is grown primarily for foliage rather than bloom; and deadheading is unnecessary

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — luminous quality to shade compositions; this variety typically matures to 16 to 22 inches tall and spreads 8

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — where its pale speckling remains fresh and its leaves avoid scorching

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10a to 11b

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — or other flowering companions; best in part shade to shade, it prefers average, well-drained soil and average

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — this variety typically matures to 16 to 22 inches tall and spreads 8 to 14 inches wide

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — Ideal as a container filler, mass planting, or shaded bed accent; gardeners have noted that its foliage can

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — with green foliage generously flecked in white like a soft scatter of paint; average, well-drained soil is

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — It is grown primarily for foliage rather than bloom

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — adding brightness and pattern rather than competing for attention

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — it is most often treated as an annual in cooler climates

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — so its contribution remains steady and colorful throughout the season; is an upright foliage annual with

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — It grows 16-22 inches tall and 8-14 inches wide, adding crisp pattern to shade designs

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — Hardy in USDA Zones 10a to 11b; speckled leaves and playful texture

White Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) — Its visual appeal is delicate yet spirited; speckled glow will lift the composition

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