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Hoya 'Chelsea'

Also Known As

  • Hoya carnosa 'Chelsea'

Plant type

cactus / succulent, vine

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Hoya 'Chelsea' plant details

Hoya 'Chelsea' is an evergreen cactus / succulent or vine with green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy and pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hoya 'Chelsea'

Plant type: cactus / succulent or vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy and pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant, heart-shaped leaves, houseplant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hoya 'Chelsea'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hoya Carnos (Chelsea) has thick heart shaped leaves with faint white spots. The flowers are pink/maroon in color with a good smell. This plant is great for hanging pots, large terrariums, tropical gardens or greenhouses. Foliage: Thick heart shaped leaves, faint white spots Flowers: Star shaped pink/maroon flowers Height: Climber /vine
Thick waxy leaves on a pendulous vine.

Gardening facts about Hoya 'Chelsea' plant

How to Grow Hoya 'Chelsea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

See other plant types of Hoya for your garden

aka Hoya carnosa 'Picta', Hoya compacta 'Regalis', Hoya compacta 'Variegata', Hoya compacta variegata, Angel Rope, Hindu Rope, Hoya, Porcelain Flower, Variegated Hindu Rope, Variegated Indian Rope, Wax Plant

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Vine

Zones

10b-12

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 3"-6"

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in winter
Photo of Hoya carnosa 'Compacta Regalis' flower by Almost Eden
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aka Mathilde Porcelain Flower, Mathilde Wax Flower

Plant Type

Vine

Zones

10b-11

Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 1'-6'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
Photo of Hoya 'Mathilde' flower by Emilio Botaniste
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aka Wax Plant

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10b-11

Size

Height: 10'-12'

Width: 12"

  • mostly sun - bright shade
  • occasional
Photo of Hoya carnosa foliage by Karl Gercens III
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aka Hoya carnosa 'Crispa', Hoya carnosa 'Hindu Rope', Hoya carnosa 'Krinkle Kurls', Hoya compacta, Angel Rope, Green Curls, Hindu Rope, Hindu Rope Plant, Indian Rope, Porcelain Flower

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Vine

Zones

10b-12

Size

Height: 1'-6'

Width: 1'-6'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Hoya carnosa 'Compacta' flower by Almost Eden
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aka Porcelain Flower, Sweethearts, Valentine Hoya, Wax Hearts

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent, Vine

Zones

11-12

Size

Height: 1'-10'

Width: 1'-10'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Hoya kerrii flower by Kara Nursery
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