Hoya Shepherdii 4”pot textured leaves You must be cautious that

You must be cautious that this version is less shade tolerant than the non-variegated form

typically due to a lack of chlorophyll production

It can benefit from some direct morning sun but avoid prolonged exposure to harsh afternoon light during the hottest months

Allow the first 1/3-1/2 of the soil is dry

dappled mid-day light

Hoya Shepherdii 4”pot textured leaves You must be cautious thatHoya tend to be slow growers (compared to leafier tropical varieties), but be patient; these plants can grace us with their beauty for several decades! Hoyas are "epiphytic" specimens, meaning they grow upon the surface of other plants such as trees. If provided with sufficient conditions, Hoya can produce fragrant, long lasting blooms. Although they look lovely when we allow their foliage to cascade freely, be mindful that they are natural climbers