How to Propagate Hoya Successfully: Prepping the Stage

May 26, 2023 | Propagation

My favorite part in the process of growing houseplants is Hoya propagation. But hang on, the first thing I must tackle is planning the space. I know it might not be the thrilling part, but it’s as essential as making that crucial cut. I won’t pretend...

Hoya from Lampung, Indonesia

Oct 6, 2022 | Import

First-time order from a Hoya Nursery in Lampung, Indonesia. I found this seller on Instagram. Someone mentioned his name when they were selling interesting hoya cuttings on a Facebook Group. After contacting the Nursery Owner and figuring out that he was the person I...

Fertilizers and Supplements for Houseplants

Aug 26, 2022 | Fertilizers

In this post, I will describe fertilizers and supplements I currently use for all houseplants at different stages: cuttings, lightly rooted plants, about-to-bloom or blooming hoyas, and mature plants. No deep dive into the pros and cons of the products. Just some...

The Ultimate Soil Mix for Hoya (no kidding!)

Aug 25, 2022 | Growing Medium

Why do I like that mix? To say, without exaggeration: I have mixed the BEST EVER medium for Hoya plants… for my particular environment (important!). I have been using it for over a year now. With a couple of tweaks, it became my Go-To Mix, from a cutting to a mature...

Dealing with Pests

Aug 11, 2022 | Pest Control

Dealing with pests can be a nightmare for plant collectors and growers. However, with the right tools and techniques, maintaining pest-free foliage and root zones can become a simple and effective procedure. In this article, I  will delve into my experience as a...