What are the care precautions for hoya? Keep these key points in mind
(1) Hoya is a succulent plant, and its leaves contain a lot of water. Therefore, it should not be watered too much, otherwise the roots are prone to rot.
(2) For plants that have already developed flower buds or are blooming, the flowerpot should not be moved at will, otherwise it may easily cause flowers and buds to drop.
(3) After the flowers fade, let them wither and drop naturally; do not cut off the flower stems at will. This is because most of the flower buds for the next year will still sprout in the same place, and cutting them off will affect the number of flowers the following year (this is also the reason many hoya plants do not bloom or bloom very little). Because its branches grow slowly, it does not tolerate pruning. Only when the branches grow too long should they be cut shorter to encourage branching. In addition, it is best to choose a tall pot, planting 5~7 vines per pot, so that after they establish they can be placed on a tall stand for display.
Care precautions for Hoya kerrii
1. Soil requirements
Hoya is suitable for indoor cultivation. The potting soil can be mixed with garden soil, leaf mold, and sand in a 2:2:1 ratio. Drainage must be good.
2. Light requirements
The intensity of light affects how brilliantly hoya blooms. If you want a colorful and long flowering period, it is best to place the hoya in the brightest spot indoors, but avoid direct sunlight to prevent scorching the leaves. Potted plants should be placed in a sunny spot, avoiding direct sunlight. Indoors, it can be placed not far from a south-facing window, which can keep the leaves green and glossy and allow it to bloom well.
Wire can be used to make a ring, and the branches can be twined around it, allowing them to climb and grow, which is even better for light exposure. After buds appear, the pot should not be moved; the flower cluster always faces the spot with the best light.
3. Temperature requirements
It likes warmth and humidity. The suitable growing temperature is 18-28°C. After mid-October, the temperature should be 10-14°C. Place it in a dry, well-lit spot for overwintering. The minimum overwintering temperature is 7°C. If it is below 5°C, it is prone to cold damage, causing leaf drop and even the death of the whole plant.
4. Watering method
Watering Hoya kerrii should follow the principle of "do not water until dry, and when watering, water thoroughly," but do not let water accumulate, so as to avoid root rot. It should also not be dry for a long time, otherwise the leaves will turn yellow. Water should often be sprayed on Hoya kerrii to increase air humidity, making the leaves thick and plump, and the dust on the leaf surface should be cleaned off.
5. Propagation method
Propagation uses cuttings or layering, and rooting is easy. Generally, cuttings are taken in late spring; cut a section of stem tip about 10 cm long, dip the cut end in rooting hormone, and then insert it into the soil for rooting. Bud cuttings can also be used. During rooting, the soil temperature should be kept at 20-25°C. After about 8~10 weeks of cultivation, roots will grow. After another two weeks, once the roots have developed well, it can be transplanted. Air layering can be done in spring.