Plant Care Articles

Your Happy Plant Shop

I have to shout out Your Happy Plant because it's run by a real plant collector and Hoya grower, not a random reseller. She tests everything in her own plant-growing setups first, so what ends up in the shop is actually useful, not just pretty.As a plant shop owner...

Tree Fern Soil Mix (Once More)

This post is about my go-to tree fern soil mix for Hoyas and other houseplants (I wrote a similar post some time ago but want to add to it). I’ll share how I adjust the mix for different pot sizes and plants, why I love it, and the benefits of the ingredients I use....

How to Propagate Hoya

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 I've always...

Fertilizers and Supplements

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...
How to Propagate Hoya

How to Propagate Hoya

My favorite part in the process of growing houseplants is Hoya propagation. But hang on, the first thing I must tackle...