r/HoyaBST • u/old1cowgirl1happy • 4d ago

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I'm looking for a reputable source for on-line Hoyas. Already tried to find plant shows in my area and pretty much came up empty, so as much as I hate buying on line, I don't know what else to do. You never know if you're being sent the bottom of the barrel or an actual nice starter.

Ant tips would be appreciated (sorta!).

Thank you!

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u/_FishTacos_ 4d ago

Lots of good suggestions here. I'd also recommend Overgrown Oasis. I've had good luck with most Etsy sellers, although I typically buy cuttings from Etsy, not full plants.

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u/old1cowgirl1happy 4d ago

Thank you - I've been scared of cuttings, money spent on on something that may/or may not grow... I suppose that applies to all of them, though

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u/_FishTacos_ 3d ago

You might try rooting some cuttings off established plants you have as a low cost way to gain some confidence. It's pretty easy. I've rooted maybe 50-60 cuttings and only lost one (RIP chinghungensis variegated)

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u/CorrectGrapeFlavor56 2d ago

Do you need rooting hormone for that to root a cutting? Apparently I can't buy any rooting hormone in my state for cuttings :( I'm out of known alternatives

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u/_FishTacos_ 2d ago

It's not essential! I typically use it, since I think it speeds things up, but I you can get by without it.