Aeschynanthus Pink Polka – Lipstick Plant

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Strings of vibrant green sweet-heart foliage dipped with pink petals; it is easy to see why the pink polka got its name. Flowers that appear in late summer closely resemble the shape of lipstick in a pallet of pale pink hues. This Pink Polka likes hanging out in the bathroom getting ready to put on its blooms.

Please note: the stems and leaves on this plant are very fragile and despite our best efforts some may be lost during transit.

Aeschynanthus Pink Polka – Lipstick Care & Info Guide

Horty Hints

Be cruel to be Kind! If your trailing plant is quite long and leggy with not many flowers. A quick trim after flowering in autumn means you will get even more next year.

Pruning back longer stems by a third will promote bushier growth and subsequently more blooms. Expect blooms in late summer and early autumn.

Blooming lovely! If you don’t have many flowers, try moving this plant somewhere warm, bright and humid. You will be thanked in the late summer.

Light

Preferably a lot of bright, indirect light, but can take some lower light levels. A lack of light can cause leaf drop, slow growth, and stems to become long and leggy. If this occurs, move to a brighter position.

Watering

Water moderately during the summer months, but do not soak the soil. Allow the surface of the soil to dry-out between waterings. Never allow to sit in soggy soil as this can cause root rot. Water less frequently in the winter.

Temperature

Prefers a warmer position away from cold draughts. Ideal temperatures are 21-27°C but can tolerate as low as 18°C. Temperatures below 10°C will damage the plant and cause chilling, turning the leaves a dark red.

Humidity

Likes a high humidity, with the ideal location being the bathroom or kitchen as these are typically steamier rooms. Regular weekly misting is a good way to increase humidity levels.