Plant Care
String of Hearts
Follow the silver-patterned hearts down their long vines, with guidance for brighter light, drying soil, tubers, and stem propagation.
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String of Hearts Care
String of Hearts trails on thin vines with silver-marked leaves and small tubers along the stems. Give it bright light, excellent drainage, and time to dry between waterings.
- Light
Give it bright, indirect light. Pale leaves or wide gaps between the hearts can mean it needs more light. Move it gradually when increasing light, since sudden strong sun can scorch the leaves.
- Water
Let the potting mix dry completely before watering. Water thoroughly, then let the pot drain. Yellow leaves or soft growth often mean the roots are staying wet.
- Soil
Use cactus or succulent potting mix with extra perlite, coarse sand, or another gritty ingredient. A drainage hole is essential because the tubers and roots can rot in soggy soil.
- Temperature
Normal indoor temperatures suit this plant. Keep it above 60°F and away from cold drafts or frost.
- Humidity
Average indoor humidity is usually enough. Keep the plant away from heating and cooling vents that can dry the thin vines quickly.
- Common issues
Yellow leaves or a soft base often point to overwatering or poor drainage. Wilted leaves can mean the plant is too dry. Large gaps between leaves suggest low light, while scorched patches point to too much direct sun. Watch for mealybugs, aphids, and scale.
Care steps
- Give it bright, indirect light.
- Water only when the potting mix is dry.
- Let the pot drain completely after watering.
- Keep it above 60°F and away from cold drafts.
- Check the vines and leaf joints for pests.
- Repot only when the roots fill the pot. Once it is growing well, propagate it from stem cuttings, aerial tubers, layering, or seed.
Care Photos
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