-
CATEGORY ::
- All Seeds /
- All Flower Seeds /
- All Hypoestes Seeds
Hypoestes Seeds - Mix
About...
Hypoestes (Hypoestes Phyllostachya Splash Select Mix) - 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.Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
72F
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
Hypoestes (Hypoestes Phyllostachya Splash Select Mix) - 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. Grow as a perennial houseplant or an annual outdoor plant in zones 3 - 8. May grow as a perennial in USDA zone 9.
Common Questions
Is polka dot plant indoor or outdoor?
If you live in USDA Hardiness Zones 10 through 11, you can grow outdoors. For the rest of the country polka dot plants can be grown indoors.
Where should I put my polka dot plant?
Polka dot plants will grow best in a warm, humid place with bright, indirect light or dappled sunlight.
How often do polka dot plants flower?
Plants don't always flower, but when they do, it's in the summer months. Flowers are small and typically lilac or pink in color.
My leaves are turning yellow, what is wrong?
This is caused by overwatering. If you notice your leaves are turning yellow, reduce the amount of water you are giving your plant and make sure your pot is allowing sufficient drainage.
