Fittonias are colourful rainforest creepers that love to mix things up. One batch of cuttings can throw white, yellow, pink, green and red, from fine netted veins to broad colour panels. They crawl and root as they travel, take pruning in stride, wilt dramatically when dry and bounce back after a proper soak. Keep light soft, moisture even and the air warm and humid to keep patterns crisp.
Fittonia 'Pink Lightning' displays dark green foliage lit up by bold pink veins that branch in a jagged, lightning-like pattern across each leaf. The contrast is sharp, with some leaves showing lighter green centres that highlight the vivid venation even further.
Care Tips:
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to keep colours defined.
Water: Keep the soil evenly moist, allowing only the top layer to dry slightly.
Humidity: High humidity is essential; thrives in enclosed or grouped conditions.
Temperature: Maintain warm indoor conditions between 18-24°C.
Fertiliser: Use a diluted liquid fertiliser every 2-3 weeks in the growing season.
Repotting: Replace potting mix when growth slows or roots fill the container.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
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Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
WA & TAS: $20 per order
NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
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