{"product_id":"hoya-christine","title":"Hoya 'Christine'","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHoya\u003c\/i\u003e ‘Christine’ is an attractive collector’s Hoya grown for its thick, glossy foliage and trailing or climbing growth habit. Like many Hoyas, it is relatively easy to care for once established and can reward the right conditions with clusters of beautiful, waxy, star-shaped flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHoya\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e ‘Christine’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChristine Hoya, Wax Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA cultivated Hoya hybrid. Hoyas originate from tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and the western Pacific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light. Some gentle morning or evening sunlight can encourage healthy growth and flowering, but avoid prolonged strong midday sun, which can scorch the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow the top few centimetres of soil to dry between waterings before watering thoroughly. Hoyas prefer to dry slightly rather than remain constantly wet. Reduce watering during autumn and winter when growth slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity but will usually adapt well to average household humidity. Good airflow is particularly important in more humid conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRequires a loose, airy and well-draining growing medium. A houseplant mix with plenty of orchid bark and perlite works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer with a balanced liquid houseplant fertiliser diluted to half strength. Reduce feeding during autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers temperatures between 18–27°C. Protect from cold draughts and avoid prolonged temperatures below 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, Hoyas are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGive ‘Christine’ plenty of bright, indirect light if you’d like to encourage flowering. If your plant produces flowers, don’t remove the old flower spurs, known as peduncles, as Hoyas can bloom repeatedly from the same point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Hoya can be grown trailing from a shelf or hanging pot, or trained around a hoop or trellis for a more upright display. Mature plants can produce clusters of waxy, star-shaped flowers when conditions are right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHoyas are commonly known as Wax Plants because of their thick, glossy leaves and unusually waxy-looking flowers. Some Hoya flowers can also produce a noticeable fragrance, particularly during the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":58570820518269,"sku":"5740264137871","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/IMG_3269-1.jpg?v=1787327866","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/hoya-christine","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}