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Hoyatomataensis

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Hoya tomataensis by MsKitty
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Family
Apocynaceae (a-pos-ih-NAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Hoya (HOY-a)
Info
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Smooth
Velvet/Fuzzy
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pink
Rose/Mauve
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements

Unknown - Tell us

Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
Seed Collecting
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Chowchilla, California

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MsKitty
Chowchilla, CA (Zone 10a) | October 2007 | positive

I grow this plant in bright light off to the side of a south-facing window in Chowchilla, CA. It is a consistent bloomer in this location.

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