How To Care For Hypoestes Plant. Regular watering is required for this plant to keep the moist on the soil. Pinch out new plants when they reach 5-6 inches in height to encourage growth.
Dont feed the plant during the winter. The Polka Dot plant Hypoestes phyllostachya needs bright light but not full sun. Hypoestes Phyllostachya need a consistent humidity level above 50.
Polka dot plants thrive in average household temperatures between 70 and 75F 21 23C.
According to Cornell Universitys growing guide cuttings can be taken at any time but anything you cut will actually root best in the spring and summer months. Ideal temperature for polka dot plants is 60-70 degree F. Most plants prefer a water soluble plant food at 12 the recommended strength. Repotting Hypoestes dont need to be repotted very often only every 3-5 years or when they become root bound.