Ceropegia Woodii String Of Hearts Variegated

Trailing succulent-like plant native to South Africa. The delicate heart-shaped foliage and slender vines variegated foliage.

Premium Trailing Succulent with Multi-Hued Foliage

The Ceropegia woodii ‘Variegata’ is a highly demanded, premium trailing succulent prized for its delicate, heart-shaped leaves and spectacular multi-coloration. This variegated form showcases a rich mix of green, purple, cream, and red tones, creating an exceptional visual impact that elevates it above the standard ‘String of Hearts’. Its elegant, vining habit makes it an ideal, high-margin product for hanging baskets, vertical displays, and terrariums.

Key Features for Retail and Landscape

• Multi-Color Variegation: Features stunning leaves combining green, cream, and deep red/purple hues, which intensify under bright light, maximizing retail shelf appeal and consumer interest.
• Elegant Trailing Habit: Exhibits a vigorous, trailing or vining growth habit, capable of reaching lengths up to 12 feet, perfect for dramatic vertical presentations and high-end hanging programs.
• Unique Blooms: Produces small, intricate, violet-colored, trumpet-shaped flowers, adding an unexpected layer of novelty that attracts retail customers.

Wholesale Specifications and Culture

Availability and Container

• Container Size: 72 Cell Tray (Ideal starter size for accelerated production of trailing stock and propagation).
• Alternate Availability: Also available in 3.5″ 12 Count Trays (Optimal size for immediate retail sales and decorative containers).

Cultural Needs

Exposure

Performs best in Bright Indirect Light to maintain the vibrant variegation. While tolerant of full sun, protection from intense, direct afternoon sun is recommended to maintain optimal foliage quality.

Watering Needs

Requires low water and is highly drought-tolerant. Best results are achieved with an “almost dry” culture; allow the potting medium to dry out thoroughly between deep waterings. Overwatering must be strictly avoided.

Cold Hardiness (Grow Zone)

Suitable for Year-Round Outdoor Growth in USDA Hardiness Zone 10 and up.

Overwintering

In cooler climates (below Zone 10), this succulent is easily maintained as a houseplant by placing it near a sunny window, making it a reliable and decorative indoor option.

Bloom Time

Typically flowers in the Early Spring.