Fittonia Starlight - snakeskin plant

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Re-stock: in 8-12 weeks

$6.05

Our latest cute addition to the Fittona family, this little terrarium or tabletop plant has more of those gorgeous contrasting white markings than other varieties, for a sparkling bright feeling. They like somewhere out of direct sunlight, and a regular water spritz to keep them fresh and clean.

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Description

Fittonia 'Starlight'
DESCRIPTION: Tiny little indoor foliage plant with attractive mosaic leaf patterning of white against dark green. Low-growing with a slight spreading habit.
USES: Underplanting groundcover in subtropical gardens, indoors in pots and terrariums.
PLANTING: Plant in indirect or filtered sunlight to retain leaf colour. Prefers moisture-retaining soil or a good quality potting mix. Needs it 15C or above.
CARE: Water regularly during the first 12 weeks and regularly once established. Mist regularly if air humidity is low. Let it dry out a little between waterings; if it starts to wilt give it a good soak. Apply a slow release nitrogen-rich fertiliser every three months for vibrant healthy foliage. Remove the old leaves for a quick tidy up.
HEIGHT & WIDTH: 15 cm H x 30 - 60 cm W.
YOUR PLANTS: Supplied as 'plugs', slightly smaller than our usual tubestock but with a healthy root system ready for planting or potting on.

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