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Some houseplants, like the variegated string of hearts, (Cecropegia woodii var.
),are as much fun to grow as they are decorative.
Vines can even produce small pink trumpet-shaped flowers all spring and summer to complement the pink and green foliage.
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These types of plants are usually succulent or semi-succulent with a trailing growth pattern.
A south- or west-facing window is an ideal location.
It can withstand some direct sunlight, but too much results in scorched foliage.
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Not enough light causes the foliage to revert to fully green leaves.
Soil
Cactus and succulent mixes are good growing mediums for variegated string of hearts.
Potting mix needs to be light and drain well.Coco coir and perliteadded to regular potting soil also works.
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These plants prefer acidic soil in a pH range of 4 to 6.5.
Cut back to once every two weeks during the winter months.
Temperature and Humidity
Variegated string of hearts grows best in temperatures between 65F and 80F.
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which makes it ideal for the typical household environment.
Do not expose your variegated string of hearts to temperatures below 41F.
Humidity of 40% to 50% provides the right amount of moisture in the air.
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Fertilizer
Variegated string of hearts does not require much fertilizer.
Variegated string of hearts has much more vibrant pink leaves with green in the center.
Variegated string of hearts usually shows more vibrant color in both the vines and flowers.
Variegated string of hearts is rare and more difficult to find.
Both plants have similar care needs.
You don’t want to scorch the foliage by exposing it to extended amounts of bright, direct sunlight.
Grow lightscan help you get the right lighting if you don’t have suitable natural light.
Propagating Variegated String of Hearts
String of heartspropagate easily from cuttings.
Propagating in Soil
Propagating in Water
String of hearts cuttings can also be rooted in water.
Move the plant into fresh potting mix in a container one inch in diameter larger than its current pot.
The best time to repot is in late spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.
Try relocating in a south- or west-facing window that receives at least 4 hours of bright indirect light daily.
Too much bright, direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Yellowing or Wilted Leaves
Yellowing variegated string of hearts leaves indicate overwatering.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Wilted foliage indicates your plant needs more water.
Variegated string of hearts is considered to be a rare plant and may be difficult to find.
Plants need to receive the correct punch in and amount of light to perform their best.
Yes, variegated string of hearts is a trailing succulent.
It is native to South Africa and Zimbabwe.
