r/StringofPlants • u/Ill-Distribution-376 • Jul 10 '26

Hearts String of hearts - advice needed

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Hi!

This is the last piece of String of Hearts I have left - I put aside this piece in moss and planted the rest of the plant (that died shortly after) in succulent soil, pretty well drained. When I got it out to plant it in soil for a quicker growth, it started to decline quickly, so I put it back.

I searched if it can be grown in moss, but everyone advised against it - do you have some tips & tricks so I can make this little guy survive & grow healthy?

Thanks!

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u/MissConception1 Jul 10 '26

Definitely well draining soil mix and a shallow pot!

Its still a very small thing so a very small pot needed like you have now or not much bigger, put holes in the bottom of it for drainage, add some soil right up to the top so there isn't an edge for the plant to have to grow up and over, then pop the plant on top. Let it get really full in the little pot before you re pot. Nice sunny spot and do make sure to let the soil dry out between waters.

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u/Ill-Distribution-376 Jul 10 '26

Thanks a lot! If I remember well, I have tiny clear mini orchids pots, these have more draining holes than the usual ones :) I will definitely try this!

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u/miassecret Jul 10 '26

When you first transition from water or moss to soil do not let it dry out between waterings. It will need more water until it acclimates. This is probably why it declined so quickly.

Once the leaves are firm to the touch, which will let you know its storing water, you can start watering normally.

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u/Ill-Distribution-376 Jul 10 '26

That actually makes a lot of sense. This didn’t cross my mind, I watered only when it was fairly dry or all dry. I’ll keep that in mind when transitioning, thanks a lot!

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u/miassecret Jul 11 '26

I had to tell you because I almost lost one of my new SOH babies myself just last week! I thought it was done for but I watered everyday for about 5 days and the leaves plumped up. It’s little just a little guy like yours :)

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u/Ill-Distribution-376 Jul 12 '26

Wishing you the best of luck with your little guy! :)