{"product_id":"variegated-string-of-hearts-ceropegia-woodii","title":"Variegated String of Hearts - Ceropegia woodii","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariegated String of Hearts (\u003cem\u003eCeropegia woodii\u003c\/em\u003e) is a trailing houseplant with tiny heart-shaped leaves marbled grey-green, purple and silver, then splashed with cream. The thin stems reach 2m to 3m long, so it belongs in a hanging pot or on a high shelf where they can cascade. Also known as chain of hearts and rosary vine, it is the cream-splashed version of the plain String of Hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCream-splashed hearts.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each small leaf carries extra splashes of cream over its grey-green, purple and silver marbling, which gives more colour than the plain form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCascading growth.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stems trail 2m to 3m, so one plant can fill a hanging pot or spill down a bookshelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForgiving about water.\u003c\/strong\u003e It stores moisture in its leaves and tubers, so it copes with a missed week better than a drowned pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits any bright spot.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light is all it needs, which suits most rooms near a window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle around pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e String of hearts is generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging baskets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant two or three to a 20cm hanging pot for a fuller curtain, and hang it where the stems can drop freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelves and high ledges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stems cascade over the edge of a shelf or mantel and add movement to a still room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBright rooms and covered patios.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep it near a bright window indoors, or in a frost free covered spot outdoors in warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Variegated String of Hearts in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light, such as a window with a sheer curtain. Variegated leaves hold their cream splashes best in good light, while too little light leaves the stems sparse and plain. It is frost tender, so outdoors it suits tropical, subtropical and mild warm temperate gardens under cover. In cooler places it should live indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil. A cactus and succulent mix, or potting mix with coarse sand or perlite added, works well. Choose a pot with drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the pot dry out between drinks and err on the side of too little water, because soggy soil is the quickest way to lose the plant. Feed with a general fertiliser twice a year to encourage growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim long, straggly stems back to a node to keep the plant full, and tuck the cuttings into the top of the pot to thicken it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Variegated String of Hearts as tube stock, in 140mm pots in packs of 10 and in 200mm pots in packs of 6. A tube is a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, with short stems at first that lengthen as it settles. The potted sizes arrive with more growth already made and give a fuller hanging pot sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out on the page, and the notify button emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\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=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003ePet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-indoor-plants-alive\"\u003eHow to keep your indoor plants alive\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\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\u003eWater only when the soil has dried out, then water thoroughly and let the pot drain. Give it less in winter, and if in doubt, wait a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature plants occasionally bear tiny white flowers shaped like old-fashioned tobacco pipes, though the leaves are the real attraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is a stem growing plain green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow light is the usual cause. Move it somewhere brighter and trim the plain growth back to a patterned node.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, though it is still best to hang it out of reach of chewing pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790891155775,"sku":"CER-WOO-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790891221311,"sku":"CER-WOO-140MM-P10","price":261.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67790891254079,"sku":"CER-WOO-200MM-P6","price":487.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/variegated-string-of-hearts-ceropegia-woodii.jpg?v=1792211465","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/variegated-string-of-hearts-ceropegia-woodii","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}