Hoya wayetii ‘Tricolor’ is a stunning trailing hoya variety, prized for its long, narrow leaves edged in creamy white and flushed with pink when new. As the plant matures, the leaves deepen to green with variegated margins, creating a striking mix of colors. Its cascading growth makes it perfect for hanging baskets, shelves, or decorative pots, and with the right care, it produces clusters of star-shaped, fragrant blooms.
Hoya Wayettii Tricolor
Light:
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Grows best in bright, indirect light.
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A few hours of gentle morning sun helps maintain variegation and pink tones.
Water:
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Allow the soil to dry out partially between waterings.
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Avoid waterlogging, as Hoyas are sensitive to soggy roots.
Soil:
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Requires a chunky, well-draining mix (orchid bark, perlite, coco chips, and peat/coco coir).
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Good aeration is essential for healthy roots.
Feeding:
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Apply a balanced water-soluble fertilizer every 4 weeks during active growth.
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Use a high-phosphorus fertilizer occasionally to encourage flowering.
Pruning:
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Trim vines lightly to maintain shape if needed.
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Do not cut off peduncles (flowering spurs), as blooms return from the same points.
General Tips:
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Ideal as a trailing or hanging basket plant.
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Leaves may show more pink tones with higher light levels.
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Wipe foliage occasionally to keep leaves healthy and variegation bright.
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