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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 Low
Mature size Trailing vine's up to 4m
Frost Frost sensitive
Difficulty Easy
Flowering Spring to Summer.

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.
  • Frost tender.
  • Pink to dark maroon Lantern shaped flowers.

Best Uses

  • Hanging Basket
  • Indoor plant
  • Patio
  • Standing Plant pot /container

Growth and Size

  • Height: 5cm
  • Width: Up to 4m
  • Growth rate: Relatively Fast
  • Foliage: Heart Shape with Pink Tint

Climate Suitability

  • Soil condition: Good, aerated compost rich soil.
  • Temperature: Cool & dry.
  • Watering: Drought tolerant once established.
  • Watering: Hardy & versatile.
  • Wind: Moderate sensitivity prefers more sheltered position.

Maintenance Level

  • Low maintenance.
  • Occasional pruning
  • Occasional Pruning or Stringing up of Vines.
  • Fertilise once a month.
  • Not Prone to Pest.

Additional Information

  • Native to South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.
  • Can be grown in Hanging Baskets and homes with low light conditions.
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