Hoya 'Purple Pride' - Easy Care & Vibrant Color
Hoya 'Purple Pride'
A Vibrant and Easy-to-Grow Hoya
Hoya 'Purple Pride' is a captivating cultivar known for its stunning foliage that shifts between shades of green, purple, and red depending on light conditions. This unique Hoya is a delight to grow and adds a touch of vibrant color to any space.
Distinctive Features
- Leaves: Elliptical leaves with a waxy texture. The leaves emerge green but mature to deep shades of purple and red when exposed to bright light. This dynamic color change makes it a truly captivating plant.
- Flowers: Produces clusters of small, star-shaped flowers in shades of pink or white. The flowers have a sweet fragrance and add to the overall beauty of this Hoya.
- Growth Habit: This Hoya is a vining plant that loves to climb. Provide it with a support like a trellis or moss pole to encourage its natural climbing habit. It can also be grown in a hanging basket where its vines can trail freely.
Care Tips
- Light: Bright, indirect light is ideal to bring out the vibrant colors in the leaves. Some direct morning or evening sun can enhance the coloration, but avoid harsh midday sun.
- Water: Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
- Humidity: This Hoya enjoys moderate to high humidity. You can increase humidity by using a humidifier, placing the plant on a pebble tray, or misting the leaves regularly.
- Temperature: Maintain warm temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C) for optimal growth.
- Fertiliser: Use a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the spring and summer growing seasons.
- Repotting: Repot every 1-2 years as needed, using a well-draining potting mix.
Additional Notes
- Hoya 'Purple Pride' is generally easy to care for, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced plant enthusiasts.
- The intensity of the purple and red coloration in the leaves will depend on the amount of light the plant receives.
- This Hoya can be propagated through stem cuttings.
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Note: Due to government requirements, Plant Health Certification (PHAC) charges of $20 will apply to WA, and $10 to NT and Tas. This fee will be incorporated into the shipping cost. This fee is per order, not per plant. Orders may take 1-2 weeks extra processing time for treatment and documentation.
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Size: 100mm Pot