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#5 Chain Of Hearts
Oh, be still my beating heart! Chain of hearts (Ceropegia woodii) is a gorgeous trailing plant that’s perfect for hanging pots or baskets. The ‘chains’ can reach 3-4m long and the green-red heart shaped leaves are just so sweet! For a beautiful display, consider hanging in a corner along with other trailing plants, like string of pearls or donkey’s tail.
HOW TO GROW
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a pot at least 100mm wide (or larger, depending on your plant size) and position in a well-lit spot indoors.
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Partially fill pot with quality potting mix, such as Yates ® Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter ® .
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Remove the plant from the container, gently tease the roots and cut away any circled or tangled roots.
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Position in pot and backfill with potting mix, gently firming down. Water in well, keeping the water away from the leaves.
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After the initial watering, allow the potting mix to almost completely dry out before watering again.
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Feed occasionally during the growing season (usually mid spring to early autumn) with Yates ® Thrive ® Houseplant Liquid Plant Food. Apply at half strength to promote strong root development and healthy growth.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS
Yates ® Potting Mix with Dynamic Lifter ® Yates ® Thrive ® Houseplant Liquid Plant Food Yates ® Seed Raising Mix
Growing Tips:
• Occasionally inspect the plant and remove dead stems from the base of the plant.
• Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust.
• Divide and re-pot every 2 years in spring. You can also use this time to propagate another plant using stem cuttings. This can be done by laying a length of stem on top of Yates® Seed Raising Mix and watering regularly to initiate root development.