Chain of Hearts

Chain of Hearts is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Chain of Hearts →

Common Chain of Hearts Problems →

Chain of Hearts thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Chain of Hearts Water Frequency →

Chain of Hearts Root Rot →

Chain of Hearts may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Chain of Hearts Light Requirements →

Chain of Hearts Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Chain of Hearts is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Chain of Hearts Toxicity to Cats →

Chain of Hearts Toxicity to Dogs →

Chain of Hearts Toxicity to Humans →

Chain of Hearts doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Chain of Hearts Humidity Needs →

Chain of Hearts is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Chain of Hearts →

When and How to Successfully Repot Chain of Hearts →

Chain of Hearts should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Chain of Hearts →

It’s common for Chain of Hearts to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Chain of Hearts is native to Africa to Southern Asia and Australia.

Yes, you may see your Chain of Hearts bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Chain of Hearts Flowers →

Chain of Hearts has long, trailing foliage which makes them a great addition to a hanging planter. The newest growth will emerge from the tip of the stems.

How and When to Prune Chain of Hearts →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Chain of Hearts can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 11b-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Chain of Hearts Temperature Tolerance →

Chain of Hearts can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

• Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
• To get the cutting to root, you can either:
  
  • Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
  • Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

How to Propagate Chain of Hearts →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Chain of Hearts →
• Drooping Chain of Hearts Leaves →
• Chain of Hearts Dropping Leaves →
• Chain of Hearts Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Chain of Hearts →
• Brown Spots on Chain of Hearts →
• Chain of Hearts Leaves Falling Over →
• Chain of Hearts Leaves Curling →
• Chain of Hearts Yellow Leaves →
• Chain of Hearts Root Rot →

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Chain of Hearts. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!