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Groundcovers
Ceropegia “Sting of Hearts”
Ceropegia woodii
Evergreen, tuberous perennial native to SA. Long vines with Heart Shaped Leaves.
Quick Care Summary
Light
Partial sun / shade
Water
Moderate
Mature size
Trailing vine's up to 4m
Frost
Semi Frost Sensitive
Difficulty
Easy
Flowering
Spring to Summer. Flowers is a Show of mauve lantern shaped flowers
How to Grow and Care
- Place this Plant in your office/ home or on your patio. Do not over water, once a week will be enough in summer and once every second week in Winter. It makes Tuberous balls on the vines that can be cut off and planted again to make a new plant.
Best Uses
- Hanging Basket
- Indoor plant
- Patio
- Standing Plant pot /container
Growth and Size
- Height: Very close to Ground
- Width: Up to 4m
- Growth rate: Relatively Fast
- Foliage: Heart Shape with Pink Tint
Climate Suitability
- Soil condition: Good, aerated compost rich soil.
- Water: Hardy & versatile.
- Watering: Drought tolerant once established.
- Wind: Moderate sensitivity prefers more sheltered position.
Maintenance Level
- Moderate Maintenance.
- Occasional Pruning or Stringing up of Vines. Fertilise once a month. Not Prone to Pest.