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HOYA australis
Commonly known as Wax flower
Evergreen climber with scented star shaped flowers
Further Reading....
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EvergreenBroadly oval to elliptic, fleshy, dark-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long.
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WhiteWith a red spot at the base of each petal and red-purple coronas.
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Height and Spread4-10m (13-33ft)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingVigorous, twining, succulent climber. Produces umbels, 6cm (2½in) across of 12-40 white flowers to 4cm (1½in) across.
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouseTolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)
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Full sun
HOYA australis
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesMealybugs.Place of originAustralia (Queensland, New South Wales)
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Flower ShapeStar-shaped
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Garden Location/ConditionsGreenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter
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HardinessHalf hardy (down to 0)
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Pruning groupPruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
RHS group 9 & 11 -
Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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Hoya - Growing Guide
Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

Vermin & Pest Control
SB Plant Invigorator
This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide.
Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
Only £9.00

Garden Goodies
Max/Min Digital Thermometer
Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below.
Suitable for use outdoors or in the greenhouse / conservatory.
With batteries included
Only £20.00