General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 18 to 22 inches
Plant Spread: 12 to 14 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Evergreen
Other: Deep pink and green
Flowers: Inconspicuous
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Terrariums
Uses: Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Trade name information:
Series: Hippo™
Trade Name: Rose
Cultivar name: 'G14160'
Common names
  • Polka Dot Plant

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Location: In home, San Francisco
Date: 2024 05 18
She's coming back!! Re: prior post titled "Sad Polka"
Location: Sebastian,  Florida
Date: 2021-01-02
Location: Sebastian,  Florida
Date: 2021-01-02

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Photo courtesy of Proven Winners

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