Annual – Fittonia Nerve Plant

Fittonia nerve plant 

Botanical name: fittonia albivenis 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 3-6 inches in height with a 6-12 inch spread 

Hardy zone: zones 10-12 

Foliage color: green, red, pink, brown, white 

Flower color: white 

Bloom time: summer 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season 

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings in the spring or summer months 

Landscape use: shaded tropical groundcover, container plant, porch accent plant, terrarium plant 

Special features: heat tolerant, shade tolerant, pet-friendly 

Light needs: 3-5 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: keep soil consistently moist but not soaked or waterlogged

Fertilizing instructions : optional dose of all purpose plant food at the time of planting 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: ferns, pothos, polka dot begonia 

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no