Hoya Carnosa Krimson Queen (6")

Hoya Carnosa Krimson Queen

Krimson Queen Hoya, Wax Plant

Hoya carnosa 'Krimson Queen'

Care Difficulty
Easy. A long-lived, low-maintenance houseplant that is perfect for beginners and collectors alike.

Light Requirements
Bright, indirect light. Plenty of bright light helps maintain the beautiful cream and pink variegation and encourages flowering. A few hours of gentle morning sun is beneficial, but avoid harsh afternoon sun.

Water Requirements
Allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry before watering. Water thoroughly, then allow excess water to drain away. Hoyas prefer to dry slightly between waterings and are more tolerant of underwatering than overwatering.

Humidity
Prefers moderate to high humidity (40 to 70%) but grows well in average household conditions.

Pet Safety
Pet safe. Non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Growth Speed
Moderate. Produces long trailing vines and new variegated leaves throughout the growing season.

Expected Mature Size

• Vines: 4 to 8 feet indoors
• Spread: 2 to 3 feet

Pot Size
Repot every 2 to 3 years or when roots become crowded. Hoyas prefer to be slightly root-bound and grow best in a chunky, well-draining orchid or aroid potting mix.

Where it Grows Best
Indoors in temperatures between 65 and 85°F (18 to 29°C). Perfect for hanging baskets, shelves, plant stands, or climbing a small trellis.

Perfect for…

• Beginner plant owners
• Pet-friendly homes
• Hanging baskets
• Bright offices
• Tropical plant collections
• Anyone wanting beautiful foliage and fragrant flowers

Common Mistakes

• Overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
• Using heavy soil that stays wet.
• Repotting too often, as Hoyas flower best when slightly root-bound.
• Growing in low light, reducing variegation and flowering.
• Removing old flower spurs after blooming. Hoyas rebloom from the same spurs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Krimson Queen different from Krimson Princess?
Krimson Queen has cream to white variegation along the leaf edges, while Krimson Princess has cream or yellow variegation in the centre of the leaves.

Why are some of my new leaves pink?
New leaves often emerge bright pink before gradually maturing to cream, green, and white. This is one of the plant's most attractive features.

Will it flower indoors?
Yes. Mature plants produce clusters of fragrant, star-shaped pink and white flowers when grown in bright light. Flowering is most likely when the plant is slightly root-bound.

How often should I fertilize it?
Feed once a month during spring and summer with a balanced water-soluble houseplant fertilizer at half strength. Reduce or stop fertilizing during winter.

Can I propagate Hoya Krimson Queen?
Yes. Stem cuttings with at least one node root easily in water, sphagnum moss, or a chunky potting mix.

Why are my leaves wrinkled?
Wrinkled leaves usually indicate the plant needs water. If the soil is already moist, inspect the roots, as overwatering can damage them and prevent proper water uptake.

Shipping Guarantee

Every Hoya Carnosa Krimson Queen is carefully inspected, watered, and securely packaged before shipping. Extra care is taken to protect its colourful variegated foliage and trailing vines so your plant arrives healthy and ready to grow.

Healthy Arrival Guarantee

We stand behind the quality of our plants. If your Hoya Carnosa Krimson Queen arrives with significant shipping damage or in poor condition, contact us within 24 hours of delivery with clear photos of the plant and its packaging. We will gladly work with you to provide an appropriate replacement or store credit in accordance with our Healthy Arrival Guarantee policy.