The Beautiful & Trendy Houseplant You Might Start Seeing More Often In Homes

If you take a trip down "PlantTok" and scroll through various social media posts about that #plantlife, it's likely you will see a hoya plant or two pop up as you browse. Hoyas are easy to care for, and they're available in about 300 varieties. They're a favorite of many plant collectors, especially as they vary in size, leaf shape, color, and growing style. One trendy houseplant you might repeatedly see on your feed is the hoya carnosa 'Krimson Princess.' Flowery, fragrant, and glamorous, the 'Krimson Princess' grows quickly to brighten up your home with its beauty. With leaves tinged with dark green and centers of pink or white, it can bloom with up to 30 flowers with a chocolate or honey aroma.

'Krimson Princess,' also known as wax plant or porcelainflower is currently one of the most popular cultivated Hoyas. Overall, the Hoya family is an excellent plant for households with pets, because they're generally considered non-toxic. Whether this is your first Hoya or your 20th, you won't find yourself too overwhelmed by the 'Krimson Princesses' care needs. Here's what to know about caring for this hoya plant including watering tips, light needs, and common pests. 

Caring for your hoya carnosa 'Krimson Princess' plant is similar to the care instructions for other hoyas. You should set the plant in bright, indirect light to help it thrive. Setting it in an area with filtered light is fine as well, just make sure you keep it out of direct sun or you risk burning the leaves. These simple light requirements make the hoyas some of the most underrated houseplants for indoor gardeners. Common pests to watch for include spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects. 

As for watering, the 'Krimson Princess' likes moisture but doesn't want too much, so let the soil dry out before you water it again. Test if it needs more by sticking your finger in till it covers your second knuckle or by using a moisture metre. You should also pay attention to the leaf condition, as your houseplant's leaves might have warning signs for their water needs. If fertilizing your hoya, the optimal time is in spring and summer, using a fertilizer specifically formulated for hoyas or one with a 20-20-20 formulation of nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus, diluting before application.