{"product_id":"confetti-white-polka-dot-plant-hypoestes-phyllostachya-confetti-white","title":"Confetti White Polka Dot Plant - Hypoestes phyllostachya 'Confetti White'","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfetti White Polka Dot Plant (\u003cem\u003eHypoestes phyllostachya\u003c\/em\u003e 'Confetti White') is a neat, low growing foliage plant about 10cm tall and 20cm wide, with small green leaves freckled with white spots. It stays small and tidy, which makes it a favourite for pots, terrariums and underplanting in warm gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpotted foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every small leaf is dotted with white freckles, which gives the plant its common name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStays compact.\u003c\/strong\u003e This Confetti form is very tight and low, so it will not outgrow a bowl, a pot or a terrarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e The polka dot plant is regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to place.\u003c\/strong\u003e A shady spot with indirect light suits it, indoors or out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour in a container.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pop it into a coloured pot to echo or contrast with the white spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots and patios.\u003c\/strong\u003e A potted group on a shaded patio or in a well lit room gives a splash of pattern. Allow about 20cm for each plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors and terrariums.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an ideal potted plant for a well lit room and an excellent choice for a terrarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderplanting and bedding.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 20cm apart beneath taller shade lovers in tropical gardens, where temperatures stay above 10 degrees Celsius. In cooler climates use it as annual bedding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Confetti White Polka Dot Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a shady position with bright, indirect light. Outdoors it suits tropical gardens where temperatures stay above 10 degrees Celsius, and in cooler climates it works as annual bedding or a houseplant. It does not tolerate frost or cold, and in low light it can stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It wants an open mix: well drained garden soil or a good potting mix. In a terrarium use a light, open mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly for the first three months, then only when the soil feels dry. Apply a slow release fertiliser once a year and a liquid feed every three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinch out the tips and any flower spikes now and then to keep the plant dense and the foliage in the spotlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Confetti White Polka Dot Plant as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. A tube is all you need for a pot, a bowl or a terrarium, and a handful will fill an underplanting. Expect a small plant on arrival that settles in fast in warm, shady conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tube comes from our grower and is not always in stock. When the grower has none, it shows as sold out, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003ePet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/low-light-indoor-plants\"\u003eLow light indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly about 10cm tall and 20cm wide, and it stays small and tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn tropical gardens, yes, as an underplanting in shade where temperatures stay above 10 degrees Celsius. In cooler climates use it as annual bedding or grow it indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for cats and dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polka dot plant is regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, though any plant can upset a pet that chews it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790342750527,"sku":"HYP-PHY-CONFET-tube","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/confetti-white-polka-dot-plant-hypoestes-phyllostachya-confetti-white.jpg?v=1792208490","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/confetti-white-polka-dot-plant-hypoestes-phyllostachya-confetti-white","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}