Product description

Name: Hoya ‘Chicken Farm’

Scientific Name: Hoya sp. ‘Chicken Farm’

Family: Apocynaceae

Product Description:

Hoya ‘Chicken Farm’ is a vigorous, easy-growing tropical vine known for its thick, round-to-oval leaves heavily marked with silver speckles, giving the plant a mottled, almost “eggshell” appearance that inspired its quirky name. The foliage ranges from deep green to lighter lime tones depending on light exposure, and mature plants produce clusters of pale pink to white star-shaped flowers with a contrasting darker corona. The blooms are lightly fragrant and appear repeatedly throughout the warm season. Its combination of hardy growth, splashy foliage, and reliable flowering makes it a favorite among collectors and beginners alike.

Origination: Believed to originate from Southeast Asia; exact locality and species lineage unconfirmed

Historic Uses: Ornamental vine for indoor collections, hanging baskets, and trellised displays

Height: Vining stems can reach 8–12 feet with support

Hardiness: USDA Zones 11a–11b

Flower Color: Pale pink to white with a darker pink or red corona

Other Names: Sometimes referred to as “Chicken Farm Hoya” or “Speckled Hoya” in trade

Growing Instructions:

Hoya ‘Chicken Farm’ thrives in bright, indirect light, though it can tolerate some gentle morning sun to enhance leaf speckling. Use a well-aerated, fast-draining mix such as orchid bark, perlite, and coco coir. Water thoroughly when the top layer of soil dries, avoiding prolonged saturation. Maintain temperatures between 65–85°F and humidity above 50% for best growth. Fertilize lightly during the growing season with a balanced or high-potassium formula. Provide a trellis or allow the plant to trail naturally. Watch for mealybugs and aphids, especially on new growth.

Ships in 3.5" pots. You will receive a plant similar to the ones pictured, though size and fullness may vary. A few broken leaves or small stems are normal during shipping and are not considered damage. Broken stems can be rooted once the cut end dries to start new growth. Plants may arrive semi‑dormant, and in winter they may naturally drop a few leaves. If your plant arrives rotting or dead, we will replace it. Please contact us with photo proof within 24 hours of delivery. After 24 hours, plant care becomes the buyer’s responsibility, though we’re always happy to answer questions and help you succeed. We also add brief instructions on getting started when you open your box. We want our plant babies to have happy new homes! 🥰

Heat packs are available to purchase in our shop for cold-sensitive plants. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 These are necessary for winter shipping, so I sell them at cost. I won't refund or replace any frozen plants unless you buy one!

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Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA easily due to state import laws. All plants shipped there must be inspected before entry. Seed-grown herbaceous plants may not survive transit. I cannot guarantee herbaceous plant orders from these states, so order at your own risk. Hoyas, cacti, and succulents are an exception. My apologies for any inconvenience.

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