Hoya Sweetheart Live Plant
4" Pot / Single / Nursery Pot
$26.00
Sale price
$26.00
Regular price
Free shipping included
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Hoya Sweetheart Live Plant
$26.00
Sale price
$26.00
Regular price
Free shipping included
Light Bright, indirect lightCare EasyPets Pet-friendly (ASPCA)
What arrives: your plant, rooted in soil in its 4" nursery pot. Pot size is the pot's diameter, not the plant's height — a larger pot generally means an older, larger plant. Live plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count.
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Free delivery, continental U.S. Packed and dispatched in 1–4 business days (we ship Monday–Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend); standard transit is then typically 3–7 business days. Heat packs are not included automatically — for cold-weather deliveries (below about 45°F at the destination) add Winter Plant Shipping Protection to your order. In extreme heat or cold we may hold your order until it is safe to ship, and will let you know. Shipping details
Hoya 'Sweetheart' (Hoya kerrii) is the famous single-leaf wax plant: one thick, waxy, heart-shaped green leaf rooted in its own pot. It is sold as a rooted leaf cutting, which stays a single leaf (two in the Double option) rather than growing into a vine — a hardy, charming, low-maintenance keepsake.
The Sweetheart Hoya charms everyone with its single, plump heart-shaped leaf full of personality. It's the ultimate thoughtful gift or a sweet little accent for a desk or shelf. A simple, adorable plant that always brings a smile.
Why choose Hoya Sweetheart
- Thick, waxy, almost succulent heart-shaped leaf
- A living keepsake that stays compact for years — no pruning or training needed
- Very forgiving: bright light and infrequent watering are all it asks
Looks best: bright windowsill (east-facing).
What you receive
- One rooted Hoya Sweetheart leaf cutting in soil in a 3", 4" or 6" nursery pot (the Double option has two leaves); pick a size above. A leaf cutting has no growing stem, so it will not develop into a vine or flower — it stays a heart-shaped leaf.
- Nursery pot and soil included; a decorative planter only if you select one.
- Live plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count within the pot size you choose; we do not publish measured shipping heights.
Will it suit your home?
- Botanical name: Hoya kerrii
- Light: Bright, indirect light keeps the leaf firm and green; no harsh midday sun
- Water: when the soil has dried out — Hoyas like to dry between waterings.
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly — easy as long as you don't overwater.
- Growth style: Rooted leaf cutting — stays a single leaf; no vine growth.
- Mature size: Stays about the size of the leaf you receive; it does not get taller.
- Pet safety: Pet-friendly — Hoyas (wax plants, Hoya carnosa) are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA; Hoya kerrii is not listed separately but is generally regarded as non-toxic. As with any plant, discourage pets from nibbling.
Good fit: Hoya and wax-plant fans · Bright spots and sunny windowsills · Gift-givers and desk gardeners who want a living keepsake · Anyone who tends to underwater (Hoyas forgive dry spells).
Think twice if: Very dark rooms — the leaf slowly weakens · People who tend to overwater — Hoyas rot in soggy soil · Anyone wanting a plant that grows and vines — this leaf cutting stays as it is · Spots with harsh, all-day direct sun.
Delivery and arrival help
- Ships free within the continental U.S. from a greenhouse in Florida or California, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil.
- Dispatched within 1–4 business days, Monday to Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend; standard transit is typically 3–7 business days after that.
- Heat packs are not included automatically: in cold weather (below about 45°F at the destination) add Winter Plant Shipping Protection to your order, and in extreme cold or heat we may hold the order until it is safe to ship — we will let you know.
- If it arrives dead, severely damaged, or significantly different from the description, email photos of the plant and packaging to info@shopfloridaplant.com within 48 hours of delivery for a full refund or a free replacement (refund policy).
- Give your plant a few days to settle in; minor cosmetic marks from transit are normal.
Care and common questions
- Light: Bright, indirect light is ideal and keeps the leaf plump and green. A little gentle morning sun is fine, but avoid harsh, direct midday sun.
- Watering: Let the soil dry out between waterings — Hoyas store water in their thick, waxy leaves and dislike staying wet, so err on the drier side to avoid root rot. Water less in winter.
- Humidity: Appreciates higher humidity but adapts well to average household humidity.
- Temperature: Warm room temperatures (about 65–85°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and vents.
- Soil: A chunky, very well-draining mix (orchid bark with perlite, or a cactus/aroid mix) — Hoyas are epiphytes and hate soggy soil.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.
- Pruning: None needed — there is no stem to trim. Wipe dust off the leaf now and then.
- Care tip: A soft, mushy leaf usually means too much water; a wrinkled leaf means it is thirsty. Adjust and it recovers.
How often should I water Hoya Sweetheart?
Water when the soil has dried out — Hoyas like to dry between waterings. It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.
What kind of light does Hoya Sweetheart need?
Bright, indirect light is ideal and keeps the leaf plump and green. A little gentle morning sun is fine, but avoid harsh, direct midday sun.
Is Hoya Sweetheart pet safe?
Generally yes — Hoyas (wax plants, Hoya carnosa) are listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA, and Hoya kerrii, while not listed separately, is generally regarded as non-toxic. As with any plant, it's best to discourage pets from chewing the leaf.
Will my Hoya Sweetheart grow into a vine or flower?
No. What we sell is a rooted leaf cutting with no stem node, so it will not grow new leaves, vines or flowers. It stays a single heart-shaped leaf that can live for years with bright light and sparse watering. If you want a vining, flowering hoya, choose an established plant such as the Hoya Rope Plant or Hoya Australis.