A lack of flowers on your , although disappointing, can simply be down to age. Houseplant expert says, 'Most hoyas need to be mature (three to five years old) before they'll even think about blooming. If your plant is still a youngster, patience is key.
' However, if your is well established and still not putting on a dazzling display, it may be time to adjust your maintenance routine. Below, experts reveal what to look out for. Kiersten Rankel is a certified Louisiana Master Naturalist and regularly volunteers with local community gardens and nonprofits to help restore critical ecosystems along the Gulf Coast.
She earned her master's degree from Tulane University in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology after her undergraduate degree in Environmental Biology, also from Tulane. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking and tending to her 150+ houseplants and vegetable garden. Hoyas make some of the best , especially when they're in bloom.
Here's how to help yours look its best. Kiersten says, 'These plants need bright, indirect light to bloom. If your hoya's lounging in a dark corner, it might be too busy trying to survive to put on a flower show.
'Move your hoya to a brighter spot, but avoid harsh, direct sunlight,' she continues. 'An east- or west-facing window is often perfect.' Once you've found the right place for your houseplant, try to leave it there.
Moving it too often can cause stress and might result in it dropping buds and leaves, warns of Plantum. Anastasia Borisevich is a .
