Hoyas

If you want a plant that rewards patience with glossy leaves and clusters of starry blooms, start with Hoyas. These epiphytic vines are easy to live with, adaptable to home conditions, and stunning when they flower. At Plant Proper, we ship healthy, acclimated Hoyas straight from our Redlands, Florida nursery so you can enjoy vigorous growth from day one.

What are Hoyas

Hoyas are tropical, epiphytic vines with waxy, often variegated leaves and fragrant, star-shaped flowers. They prefer bright indirect light, very well-draining soil, and infrequent watering that allows the mix to nearly dry between drinks. With steady care, most Hoyas will trail, climb, and eventually bloom indoors.

Why shop Hoyas with Plant Proper

• Grown in shade houses that mirror indoor light for sturdy, acclimated plants

• Packed with care in recyclable materials and shipped nursery-fresh to your door

• Fair pricing on rare and beginner-friendly varieties so you can build a collection with confidence

Hoya care made simple

Light requirements for Hoyas

Provide bright, indirect light. An east or bright north window works well. Strong south or west light should be filtered to prevent leaf burn. Brighter light usually deepens foliage color and encourages flowering.

Water and soil

Hoya leaves are waxy and hold moisture. Let the potting mix nearly dry out between waterings. Use a very well-draining mix suited to epiphytes so roots get air. Water thoroughly and let excess drain. Drooping, wilted leaves suggest underwatering, while yellowing and leaf drop can signal overwatering.

Humidity, feeding, and training

Average home humidity is fine, but added humidity is a plus, especially when budding. Feed monthly in spring and summer with a diluted general houseplant fertilizer. Allow vines to trail from a shelf or climb a small hoop or trellis to save space and show off new growth.

Featured Hoyas from Plant Proper

Hoya Acuta Albomarginata

Light green oblong leaves edged in clean white variegation. Easy care and a strong candidate for clusters of white flowers with good light and steady routines.

• Origin: Asia

• Care: Minimum

• Light: Bright indirect

• Water: Minimum, let mix nearly dry

• Pet Friendly: Yes

Hoya Acuta Pink

Lance-shaped vining foliage that trails or climbs. In the right environment and over time, it rewards with pink, sweet-scented blooms.

• Origin: Asia

• Care: Minimum

• Light: Bright indirect

• Water: Minimum, let mix nearly dry

• Pet Friendly: No

Hoya Bent

A small-leaf favorite that blushes red along the margins when sunstressed. Compact habit makes it perfect for shelves and hanging spots.

• Origin: Thailand

• Care: Minimum

• Light: Bright indirect

• Water: Minimum, allow near-dry cycles

• Pet Friendly: Yes

Hoya David’s Green Cup

Round, dark green leaves with silver splashes and pronounced veins. Trails beautifully and carries fragrant flowers, showing traits from Obovata and Carnosa.

• Origin: Asia

• Care: Minimum

• Light: Bright indirect

• Water: Minimum, allow near-dry cycles

• Pet Friendly: Yes

How to choose Hoyas for your space

• Pick by light: Bright rooms can handle any of the options above. Lower light still supports Autas and Bent, but flowering is more likely with brighter conditions.

• Pick by habit: Want a soft cascade on a bookcase Choose David’s Green Cup or Bent. Want a tidy hoop for a desk Choose Acuta Albomarginata or Acuta Pink.

• Pick by leaf look: Love clean variegation Choose Hoya Acuta Albomarginata. Love subtle speckling Choose Hoya David’s Green Cup. Love color change in higher light Choose Hoya Bent.

Troubleshooting quick answers

• Leaves are wrinkling or drooping: The mix likely stayed dry too long. Water thoroughly and adjust the schedule.

• Leaves are yellowing and dropping: Often an overwatering signal. Check drainage and let the mix dry more between waterings.

• No blooms: Increase bright indirect light, keep feeds consistent in warm seasons, and avoid repotting too often.

Plant Proper’s nursery-to-door difference

Our shade houses use light levels that mimic home environments, helping Hoyas establish faster after shipping. We package each plant to protect leaves and nodes, then send them directly to you. That means less time on a store shelf and more time settling into your space. If you have questions, our team is here with practical grower tips, not guesswork.

FAQ about Hoyas

Do Hoyas need bright light to bloom?
Yes. Bright indirect light is best for flowering. Filter harsh sun to prevent burn.

How often should I water a Hoya?
Water when the mix is nearly dry. Frequency changes with pot size, light, and season.

What soil is best for Hoyas?
A very well-draining, airy mix designed for epiphytes. Roots should never sit in water.

Can Hoyas grow in low humidity?
Average indoor humidity works, but added humidity supports buds and open blooms.

Should I trail or trellis my Hoya?
Both work. Trailing suits shelves and hanging planters. Trellising saves space and can shape growth.

Are Hoyas safe for pets?
Check each listing. Some, like Acuta Albomarginata and David’s Green Cup, are marked pet friendly.

How do I propagate a Hoya?
Take a node cutting and root it in water or a well-draining mix. Bright, indirect light speeds rooting.

Ready to add effortless beauty and long-lasting blooms to your collection Explore our Hoyas and order a nursery-grown plant shipped with care to your door. Need help choosing Ask us and we will match a Hoya to your light and routine.

Hoyas are resilient, rewarding houseplants that thrive with bright indirect light, very well-draining soil, and patient watering. Choose a variety that fits your space, train or trail it as you like, and enjoy glossy leaves and fragrant blooms. With Plant Proper’s shade-house growing and careful shipping, your Hoya arrives healthy and ready to thrive.