Wax plant 'variegata'

Hoya carnosa

How to grow Wax plant 'variegata'

  • Partial Sun

  • Medium

Very suitable to hanging baskets. It also can be trained in a trellis. Protect from wintry weather in zone 9 or below.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that variegata is thought of as half hardy, so it will need protecting in periods of cold weather.

Growing variegata from seed

Transplanting variegata

As variegata is half hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting variegata

Other Names for Wax plant 'variegata'

Porcelaine flower