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Bleeding Heart Vine

5.0 out of 5 (1 experiences)

Fast grower

Blooms easily

Also known as

Glory Bower

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Clerodendrum thomsoniae

Genus

Clerodendrum

Family

Lamiaceae

Order

Lamiales

How to care for Bleeding Heart Vine

💦 Water

How often to water your Bleeding Heart Vine

Bleeding Heart Vine needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Bleeding Heart Vine in your home

Bleeding Heart Vine love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Bleeding Heart Vine does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Bleeding Heart Vine in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Bleeding Heart Vine

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Bleeding Heart Vine: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Bleeding Heart Vine after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Bleeding Heart Vine 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 Bleeding Heart Vine →

Common Bleeding Heart Vine Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Bleeding Heart Vine prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Bleeding Heart Vine Water Frequency →

Bleeding Heart Vine Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Bleeding Heart Vine requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Bleeding Heart Vine Light Requirements →

Bleeding Heart Vine Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🪴 Soil

Bleeding Heart Vine does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Bleeding Heart Vine →

When and How to Successfully Repot Bleeding Heart Vine →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Bleeding Heart Vine is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Bleeding Heart Vine can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Bleeding Heart Vine Temperature Tolerance →

🧐 Troubleshooting

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.