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Hypoestes (Polka Dot Plant)

A native to South Africa, East Asia, and Madagascar, the hypoestes, or polka dot plants can grow to 3 ft. tall and wide. Not only does the polka dot plant have gorgeous greenery with white, pink, green or yellow splotches on them, it also boasts lovely flowers that are brightly colored. It’s an ideal plant to tuck away in other plantings for a lovely display of color. Many people use their polka dot plants in a grouping of plants for indoor planters. The polka dot plant is an ideal choice as it will have an excellent contrast against other colored plants. 

Splash Select Pink

Hypoestes, Splash Select Pink
Although used primarily as a pot plant with its unusual foliage, Splash Select Pink hypoestes also makes an attractive bedding or container plant, especially when used in shaded areas. The attractive leaves remain pink in colour with dark green spots throughout the year. 
Height: 4-6 in.
​Width: 12-14 in.
Sun Exposure: Partial Sun

Splash Select Red

Hypoestes, Splash Select Red
Splash Select Red hypoestes' attractive pointy leaves remain cherry red in colour with distinctive dark green spots throughout the year. This plant should not require much pruning, except when necessary to keep it looking its best.
Height: 4-6 in.
​Width: 12-14 in.
Sun Exposure: Partial Sun

Mimosa Pudica (Sensitive Plant)

The mimosa species of plants began as a creeping annual plant in Central and South America and is still often used as a ground cover. The mimosa pudica or sensitive plant is the variety most often grown as a houseplant. The sensitive plant has prickly delicate branches and feathery fronds that fold inward and droop when they are touched, shaken, or even blown on; these are called seismonic movements. The leaflets of a sensitive plant reopen in about half hour but fold up naturally each night. Although fun to watch, the opening and closing of the leaves weakens a sensitive plant if it occurs too often. These plants are considered poisonous and should be kept away from pets and children.

Mimosa Pudica

Mimosa, Pudica
Mimosa Pudica, or sensitive plant, has fern-like leaves that are delicate green with small lavender flowers. Its unique in that its leaves fold together and the stem folds down when touched. Recovery is prompt and the action can be repeated many times without harm.
Height: 6-12 in.
​Width: 12-16 in.
Sun Exposure: Full Sun