Hoya carnosa freckles 10cm pot L1

The Hoya carnosa ‘Freckles’ is a beautiful tropical climbing plant prized for its thick, glossy foliage and distinctive silver-speckled leaves. Its rich, dark green leaves are generously decorated with shimmering silver flecks and splashes, creating a striking freckled appearance that makes every leaf unique.

A particularly attractive variety of the classic Hoya carnosa, ‘Freckles’ combines beautiful ornamental foliage with vigorous growth and spectacular fragrant flowers. Its long, elegant vines can be trained around a trellis or allowed to cascade gracefully from hanging baskets and shelves.

Mature plants can produce stunning clusters of delicate, waxy, star-shaped flowers in soft shades of pale pink and white, featuring contrasting deep pink to plum-coloured centres. These beautiful blooms release a strong, sweet fragrance that can fill a room, particularly in the evening. A wonderful addition to any Hoya collection.

Care Tips

• Light: Bright, indirect light is ideal. Gentle morning sun can encourage healthy growth and flowering.

• Watering: Allow most of the potting mix to dry between waterings. Its thick, succulent-like leaves store moisture, making it relatively tolerant of occasional missed waterings.

• Temperature: Thrives in warm to moderate conditions. Protect from frost, cold draughts and Melbourne's winter chill.

• Fertiliser: Feed lightly with a balanced fertiliser during spring and summer to encourage healthy growth and flowering.

• Pet Friendly: Hoyas are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.