Hippo Rose Polka Dot Plant is an upright herbaceous annual with colorful ovate dark green foliage splashed with bright rosy pink dots. Hippo Rose rarely rises the small red flower spike, and is grown for the foliage. Best bloom in full sun and well-drained soils.
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Height: |
1.5' - 2' |
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Spread: |
0.5' - 1.5’ |
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Spacing: |
1’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
10 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance. Susceptible to whiteflies, aphids, and mealybugs. Watch for powdery mildew.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Pond or Stream Sides, Rock Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Verbena, Sweet Potato Vine, Lobelia
IMAGE: Photo by Proven Winners, Hippo Rose Polka Dot Plant
