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Hoya Carnosa Flamingo Dream 11cm H30cm

Hoya Carnosa Flamingo Dream 11cm H30cm
£26.00 GBP
£26.00 GBP
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Meet Hoya carnosa ‘Flamingo Dream’—the pink-kissed wax plant with glossy trailing vines. Her thick leaves flush with cream, green and rosy tones, especially on fresh growth, giving her a soft flamingo glow. Pretty, collectible and easier than she looks, she is made for bright shelves, hoops and hanging displays.

  • The Formal Name: Hoya carnosa ‘Flamingo Dream’
  • The Nickname: Flamingo Dream Wax Plant
  • Roots: A variegated cultivar of Hoya carnosa, a climbing epiphyte or lithophyte native from southern China to parts of Laos, Japan and Taiwan.
  • Natural Vibe: Bright filtered subtropical habitats where waxy vines climb, trail and root into airy pockets.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: She likes bright indirect light; stronger filtered light can encourage better colour and stronger growth.
  • Best Room: A warm bright shelf, hanging pot or trellis in a living room or plant corner.
  • Snacks: Feed monthly in spring and summer with a gentle balanced houseplant fertiliser.
  • Tropical Feels: Normal home humidity is usually fine, with extra humidity helping new vines settle.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep her at 18–27°C and away from cold windowsills.
  • Thirst: Allow the mix to dry partly between waterings; Hoyas prefer airy roots over wet feet.
  • Safety First: Pet-friendly – Hoyas are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.
  • The Bedding: A chunky free-draining mix with bark, perlite and a little coir is ideal.
  • Family Tree: Propagate from stem cuttings with nodes once growth is active.
  • Space Needs: Let her trail naturally or train the vines onto a hoop for a fuller display.
  • Speed: Slow to moderate at first, then more confident once rooted and settled.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for mealybugs, scale and aphids around soft new growth.
  • Moving Day: Repot only when necessary, as Hoyas often prefer being slightly pot-bound.
  • Haircut: Trim long vines to shape, but keep old flower spurs because they can rebloom.
  • Fresh Air: A soft-coloured trailing plant that brings glossy texture and pink variegation indoors.
  • Plant Lore: Mature Hoya carnosa types can produce clusters of waxy, scented star-shaped flowers when settled and bright enough.

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