R130.00
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Overview: The String of Hearts is a timeless indoor favourite known for its delicate heart-shaped leaves cascading on long, slender vines. With its soft green marbled foliage and a hint of purple on the undersides, it adds an effortlessly elegant touch to shelves, hanging baskets, and bright windowsills. Native to southern Africa, this semi-succulent thrives in well-lit homes and brings a gentle romantic charm to any indoor jungle. 🌿💞
Quirky Fact / Common Use: This plant can store water in its small, bead-like tubers — a clever trick that helps it thrive during dry spells! 🌱 It also makes a lovely living gift that grows along with your affection — perfect for plant lovers with a sentimental side.
Ideal For:
🌸 Apartments, offices, sunny kitchens, and small spaces
🌿 Beginners or busy plant parents — low-maintenance and forgiving
💚 Perfect as a hanging or trailing feature plant
🌼 Great for adding soft texture and contrast to mixed plant arrangements
✨ Its elegant, heart-shaped foliage trails beautifully up to 1–2 metres, ideal for shelves, hanging baskets, or window ledges
Received plants may differ slightly from images displayed. Unless otherwise specified, all plants come in black nursery pots.
🌿 Care: Avoid overwatering — the String of Hearts prefers to dry out between waterings. If the leaves turn yellow or mushy, it’s a sign of too much water. Brown or crispy leaves? That’s thirst! Trim back long vines to encourage fuller growth. Keep the soil airy and well-draining for happiest roots. 🌱
☀️ Light: Thrives in bright, indirect light. It can handle some gentle morning sun but prefers filtered light through a window. Too little light may cause sparse vines and faded leaf colour.
💧 Watering: Water sparingly — about every 10–14 days in summer and less in winter. Let the top few centimetres of soil dry out before watering again.
🌡️ Temperature: Prefers 18–26°C, typical of South African indoor conditions. Protect from cold drafts and frost — this beauty loves warmth and stability.
🌱 Feeding: Apply a balanced, diluted liquid fertiliser (e.g., 5:1:4) every 3–4 weeks in spring and summer. Pause feeding during winter rest months. For easy care, use a slow-release fertiliser at the start of spring.
🐾 Pet Friendly? ✅ Yes! The String of Hearts is non-toxic to cats, dogs, and humans, making it a safe and stylish choice for any home.
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