Hoya wayetii 4” pot

Hoyas tend to be slow growers (compared to leafier varieties), but be patient; these plants can grace us with their beauty for several decades! Commonly referred to as "wax plants" due to their waxy flowers. Hoyas are "epiphytic" specimens, meaning they grow upon the surface of other plants such as trees. If provided with sufficient conditions, hoyas produce fragrant, long-lasting blooms. Although they look lovely when we allow their foliage to cascade freely, be mindful that they are natural climbers and can appreciate a trellis or vine against something to guide vertical growth. 

CARE:

• Thrives with consistent bright, indirect light. A bit of morning or evening sun will help to maintain the dark margins as well as encourage blooming, but avoid prolonged exposure to intense, direct midday sun which can fade or scorch the leaves, and potentially dry out emerging flowers.

• Watering needs can vary depending on the potting media. If the hoya is in potting soil, you typically want to wait for the soil to be about 70-90 percent dry before watering. If the hoya is in a chunkier mix (intended for epiphytes), then you will typically have to water more frequently since water is bound to work its way through the potting media quicker. In the case of chunkier media, water when the first 1/4-1/3 of the substrate feels dry. It is essential to hoya health to refrain from keeping any potting media constantly wet, as hoyas are sensitive to overwatering, and this can quickly lead to root rot.

• Does well with moderate to high humidity, which can help its flowers bloom, but this plant can be adaptable to household humidity, however, you may be less likely to observe blooms.

• Due to its epiphytic nature, hoya appreciates being a bit rootbound so it can typically go for several years before needing its pot to be upsized.