10 - 15cm Hoya Icensis House Plant 10,5 cm Pot House Plant

10 - 15cm Hoya Icensis House Plant 10,5 cm Pot

The Hoya Icensis is a lesser-known but equally charming species within the Hoya genus, noted for its attractive foliage and lovely blooms. Like other Hoyas, it is an excellent choice for indoor gardeners who appreciate vining plants with decorative leaves...
£44.99
£44.99

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10 - 15cm Hoya Icensis House Plant 10,5 cm Pot House Plant

10 - 15cm Hoya Icensis House Plant 10,5 cm Pot

£44.99

10 - 15cm Hoya Icensis House Plant 10,5 cm Pot

£44.99

The Hoya Icensis is a lesser-known but equally charming species within the Hoya genus, noted for its attractive foliage and lovely blooms. Like other Hoyas, it is an excellent choice for indoor gardeners who appreciate vining plants with decorative leaves and the potential for beautiful flowers. Here's a detailed description and care guide for Hoya Icensis:

Description

Hoya Icensis boasts small to medium-sized leaves that are thick, waxy, and often a deep green color. The leaves might exhibit some slight veining, adding texture and interest. The plant is a climber or trailer, making it perfect for hanging baskets or as a climbing plant with support. It produces clusters of star-shaped flowers that are typically fragrant and can range in color from white to light pink, often with a contrasting center.

Care Guide

Light

Hoya Icensis thrives in bright, indirect light. It can tolerate some direct sunlight, especially in the morning or late afternoon, but excessive direct sunlight can scorch the leaves. A spot near a window that receives filtered light is ideal. North or east-facing windows are usually good locations.

Watering

Water this Hoya when the top inch of soil has dried out. It's important to ensure the plant does not sit in water, as this can lead to root rot. During the winter, reduce watering frequency, allowing the soil to dry out more thoroughly between waterings.

Humidity

Hoya Icensis prefers moderate to high humidity levels. If your home is dry, especially in the winter, use a humidifier or place the plant on a pebble tray filled with water to increase the surrounding humidity. Regular misting can also help.

Temperature

Maintain temperatures between 18°C and 25°C. Avoid sudden temperature drops and cold drafts, as Hoyas are sensitive to cold temperatures.

Soil

Use a well-draining potting mix. A mix specifically designed for succulents or orchids works well, as it usually contains perlite, pine bark, and other elements that help prevent moisture retention and promote drainage.

Fertilisation

Feed Hoya Icensis with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every month during the growing season (spring to early autumn). Reduce feeding during the dormant winter months to once every other month or cease altogether depending on the plant's response.

Pruning and Maintenance

Prune as needed to control growth and encourage bushiness. Be careful not to remove the peduncles (flower stalks), as Hoyas can rebloom from the same stalks. Regularly cleaning the leaves with a damp cloth helps to remove dust and supports better photosynthesis.

Pest Control

Check regularly for pests such as mealybugs, spider mites, and aphids. Treat any infestations with neem oil or insecticidal soap, ensuring thorough coverage of the plant, especially the undersides of leaves.

Propagation

Hoya Icensis can be easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take a cutting with a few nodes, let it dry for a day to form a callus, then plant it in a suitable potting mix. Keep the soil moist and warm to encourage rooting.

By following this detailed care guide, your Hoya Icensis should remain a healthy and attractive addition to your collection, delighting you with its lush foliage and potentially beautiful, fragrant blooms.

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At Plants for all Seasons, we offer a specialist range of plants that are kept at their growers until ordered, ensuring they remain in their ideal conditions. This unique approach means that these plants receive expert care right up until the moment they are prepared for delivery.

Our dedicated growers are passionate about their craft and maintain the perfect environment for each species in this range, ensuring that every plant is healthy, vibrant, and ready to thrive in your home or garden.

Delivery and Quality Assurance We understand that receiving your plants in excellent condition is crucial. While delivery for this specialist range can take up to 7 days, we assure you that this time is used to carefully select, prepare, and package your plants to maintain their health and vitality during transit.

Our commitment to quality means that every plant in this range is thoroughly inspected before it leaves the grower, ensuring it meets our high standards. You can trust that your new plant will arrive ready to flourish, bringing beauty and life to your space.
Tropical Glasshouse Nursery: Our plants are nurtured in our tropical glasshouse nursery located in Lincolnshire, where we maintain an average temperature of 16°C. We do not use cold warehouses, ensuring optimal conditions for plant health.

Plastic Nursery Pots: All our plants are supplied in practical plastic nursery pots. If you prefer a more decorative option, we offer a range of stylish pots available for purchase separately.

Non-Consumable: Please note that our plants are intended for ornamental purposes only unless specifically stated as edible. Ensure you check product descriptions carefully if you are looking for edible varieties.

Variable Heights: The height of our plants can vary by approximately +/- 10%. This natural fluctuation ensures you receive a unique and healthy specimen.

Plant Pot Sizes: Pot sizes may vary by approximately +/- 1cm. To ensure a proper fit, we recommend selecting a decorative pot that is 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For instance, if you purchase a plant in a 17cm pot, a 18 - 19cm decorative pot would be ideal.

Quarantining: All our houseplants are regularly sprayed with a preventative systemic bug treatment. We do our best to ensure a bug free growing environment however sometimes these can unfortunately be missed, as such we always recommend quarantining plants when they first enter your home and checking them upon arrival for bugs.

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