{"product_id":"hoya-nova-ghost-1","title":"Hoya Nova Ghost","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoya Nova Ghost\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHoya carnosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Nova Ghost'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA silvery cultivar of \u003cem\u003eHoya carnosa\u003c\/em\u003e — a reverted form of the coveted 'Argentea Princess' — grown for its thick, fleshy leaves that are almost entirely silver with a frosted, ghostly sheen and prominent darker veining. Like all wax plants it is an epiphytic trailing climber well suited to hanging baskets or shelves, producing clusters of fragrant, star-shaped flowers when mature. Unusually among Hoyas, this cultivar prefers slightly less light to maintain its silvery coloration. Never remove the peduncles after flowering — new blooms develop from the same spurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect light, but slightly shadier than most Hoyas — too much bright light dulls or discolors the silvery foliage. An east- or west-facing spot is ideal; avoid harsh direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very well-draining epiphytic mix of orchid bark and perlite, rich in organic matter; Hoya resents dense, clogged soil. Excellent drainage essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\/Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm temperatures between 60-80°F; less cold-tolerant than other carnosa varieties, so protect from cold drafts. Moderate to high humidity of 50-70% supports the best growth — a humidifier helps in dry months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the soil to dry out almost completely between waterings, then water thoroughly — more susceptible to overwatering than underwatering. The thick leaves store water well; never let it sit in excess water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed during the growing season with a low-nitrogen fertilizer containing sufficient phosphorus and potassium to support blooming; reduce in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Not all plants will ship with long vines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PLANTAMANI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48085781020837,"sku":"04HOYAnovaghost","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/9602\/3205\/files\/PXL_20260802_192850843.jpg?v=1785704879","url":"https:\/\/plantamani.com\/products\/hoya-nova-ghost-1","provider":"Plantamani Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}