{"product_id":"red-hoya-hoya-coronaria-red","title":"Red Hoya - Hoya coronaria 'Red'","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Hoya (\u003cem\u003eHoya coronaria\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red') is an unusual climbing and trailing wax flower with deep red, star shaped, waxy blooms carried in clusters. It grows to about 3m long but only 20cm wide, and its fleshy leaves are as tough as the flowers are showy. It suits baskets, trellises and bright indoor spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA rare red.\u003c\/strong\u003e Red is an uncommon colour among hoyas, and these deep red stars are a talking point wherever they hang.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaxy, star shaped flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of glossy red stars open on the stems, with a texture like carved wax.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFleshy, forgiving leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The succulent leaves store water, so an occasional missed watering does little harm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e In cooler states it suits a bright room or conservatory, and subtropical gardens can grow it outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlim and tall.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 20cm across it fits narrow corners, and the stems climb to 3m on a support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaskets and pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant one to a hanging basket in a free draining mix and let the stems trail. Choose a bright spot out of harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrellis or support.\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors in a subtropical garden, train it up a trellis in bright, filtered light. Space plants 50cm apart along the support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooler states indoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow it in a well lit room or conservatory, where its slim shape takes up little space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Red Hoya in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e It likes bright or filtered light, indoors or in the garden. Outdoors it belongs in subtropical gardens, and in cooler states it is an indoor or conservatory plant. In far north Queensland the warm winters can reduce flowering. Hoyas need a little care to look their best, but the rules are simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use an open, free draining mix of compost and orchid bark. This species leans towards a slightly more alkaline mix than most hoyas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Err on the dry side, particularly in the cool months while growth slows. A chillier winter spot seems to help trigger flowers once summer warmth returns. Mist now and then if the air is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune only to tidy long stems, and leave the old flower spurs in place for next season's blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Hoya is sold as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives as a small plant, and hoyas build steadily rather than fast, so expect a season or two of growth before the first flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out, and the notify button on the page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-exotic-plants-guide\"\u003eIndoor exotic plants guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-flowering-plants\"\u003eIndoor flowering plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eClimbing plants for trellises\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSparingly. Let the mix dry out between drinks, especially in cooler months when growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy won't it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive it bright light, a slightly cooler winter and some patience. A cool winter position seems to help trigger flowers once summer warmth returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn subtropical gardens, yes, in bright, filtered light. In cooler states keep it indoors or in a conservatory, because it needs frost free conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790340718911,"sku":"HOY-COR-RED-tube","price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/red-hoya-hoya-coronaria-red.jpg?v=1792208441","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/red-hoya-hoya-coronaria-red","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}