Small Polka Dot Plant
The Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes phyllostachya) is renowned for its striking foliage, which features small, contrasting dots or speckles in shades of pink, red, white, or green. The leaves are typically oval and can vary in size, but the standout feature is definitely the playful pattern that gives the plant its name.
Our small plants are in 120mm-130mm gardener's pots. They are presented in a custom made hessian planter pouch with a personalised postcard and care instructions.
Non-toxic to pets.
- CARE GUIDE
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All of our indoor plants are thoughtfully selected for their easy-to-care-for nature.
You’ll find specific care instructions below, but don’t worry - whether you’re treating yourself or sending a gift, we’ll include simple care instructions with your order to help your plant thrive.
CARE LEVEL
Easy to moderate – bright and colourful, perfect for adding a splash of fun to your plant collection!LIGHT
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Too little light can cause the vibrant spots to fade, while direct sun may scorch the leaves.WATER
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top few centimetres feel dry. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.HUMIDITY
Prefers moderate to high humidity. Mist regularly or use a humidifier for best results.FEEDING
Feed every 4 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Reduce feeding in autumn and winter.LEAF CARE
Pinch back stems to encourage bushier growth and prevent legginess. Wipe leaves gently with a damp cloth to remove dust.PET FRIENDLY?
Not pet safe. Keep out of reach of pets and children.EXTRA TIPS
Prone to legginess if light is too low – increase light or pinch back regularly | Avoid drafts and sudden temperature changes | Great for bright spots or terrariums. - WHEN AND HOW TO RE-POT
- Your Hello Botanical plant gift can happily remain in the plastic gardener’s pot and our hessian pot cover for 3-6 months or more. Indoor plants do best if they are left in the plastic gardener's pot for at least a few months. When it is time to re-pot, it's best to re-pot up (into a slightly larger pot) to promote continued growth. You may like to add-on a Mr Kitly selfwatering pot to your plant gift (size 170mm for our small plants, size 250mm for our large plants). We provide individualised advice on how and when to re-pot, per plant, per recipient. We include an information leaflet with your gift, and are available by email or DM anytime for further advice.
- IMPORTANT DELIVERY INFO
- The plant gift delivery fee ranges between $15 and $40. For indoor plant deliveries, we exclusively use premium door to door courier services and only deliver locally (Melbourne and Geelong), to ensure their healthy and fast arrival.