{"product_id":"hoya-kerrii-variegated-6","title":"Hoya Kerrii Variegated 6”","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Variegated Sweetheart Hoya (\u003cem\u003eHoya kerrii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Variegata') is a rare and highly collectible cultivar of the beloved Sweetheart Plant, distinguished by its large, thick, heart-shaped leaves boldly edged in creamy yellow-to-white variegation. Native to Southeast Asia, \u003cem\u003eHoya kerrii\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most recognizable houseplants in the world — and the variegated form elevates it to collector status. A slow-growing, long-lived epiphyte that makes a striking statement in any premium plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-leaf cuttings without a node will not develop into a vining plant. For a growing, vining specimen, ensure your plant has at least one node on the stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright indirect light is essential, with a few hours of gentle morning sun strongly encouraged. The variegated margins contain less chlorophyll, making this cultivar more light-dependent than the standard green form. Strong, consistent light supports healthy growth and enhances the contrast between the green center and cream edges. Avoid harsh direct afternoon sun, which can scorch the lighter leaf margins. Low light causes very slow growth and may cause new leaves to emerge with reduced variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWater\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the soil to dry out almost completely between waterings. The thick, succulent-like leaves store significant moisture, making this species highly drought-tolerant. Overwatering is the most common cause of decline — always err on the side of dryness. Reduce watering significantly in fall and winter. Never allow the plant to sit in standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHumidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdapts well to average household humidity (40–60%). Higher humidity (60–70%) promotes faster growth, but this species is more tolerant of dry air than many other Hoyas. A pebble tray or humidifier is beneficial but not strictly required in most indoor environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrives between 60–85°F (15–29°C). Protect from temperatures below 50°F (10°C) and cold drafts. Not frost-hardy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Potting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a fast-draining, well-aerated mix — a blend of orchid bark, perlite, and a small amount of potting mix is ideal. Always use a pot with drainage holes. \u003cem\u003eHoya kerrii\u003c\/em\u003e has a relatively compact root system and prefers to be slightly root-bound. Avoid overpotting, which increases the risk of overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid fertilizer (quarter strength) every 3–4 weeks during the growing season (spring–summer). Avoid high-nitrogen formulas, which can push all-green growth at the expense of variegation. A phosphorus-rich formula encourages blooming in mature plants. Do not fertilize in fall or winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlooming\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature vining plants produce clusters of small, waxy, star-shaped flowers in pale pink with a red or pink corona — lightly fragrant. Blooming typically occurs on established, root-bound plants with consistent bright light. Do not remove spent peduncles; new blooms emerge from the same spurs each season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagate via stem cuttings that include at least one node. Root in water, moist sphagnum moss, or a well-draining mix under warm, bright conditions. The variegation is a cultivar trait maintained through vegetative propagation only — seed propagation will not reliably reproduce the cream-edged pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eToxicity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-toxic to humans and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leaf and Reef","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47530753261739,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/5617\/6299\/files\/IMG-4619.heic?v=1785371691","url":"https:\/\/leafandreefplants.com\/products\/hoya-kerrii-variegated-6","provider":"Leaf and Reef","version":"1.0","type":"link"}