String of Hearts

Tiny heart-shaped leaves on fine trailing stems: a string of hearts for a high shelf or hanging by a bright window. Slow, sweet and surprisingly tough.

Hang it high or set it on a bookcase so the hearts can cascade. Bright light, a light touch with water, and patience: the trails lengthen week by week.

An easy houseplant for real homes

• Where it lives. Happiest on a high shelf or hanging by a bright window.
• Light. Bright, indirect light; let compost dry a little between waterings.
• Water. When the top of the compost feels dry. Tip away any water left in the saucer.
• Around the family. Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, though no houseplant is a snack, so supervise curious toddlers and pets as you would with any pot plant.

Your questions answered

Is this a good houseplant for beginners?
Yes. It’s one of the more forgiving indoor plants we stock, and a gentle place to start if you’re new to growing in a flat.

What size should I choose?
Smaller pots suit windowsills, desks and shelves. Larger sizes make more of a statement on the floor or beside furniture. Sizes available: 7cm pot / about 15cm tall, 12cm pot / about 25cm tall.

Do I need a grow light?
Not usually, if you can offer the light described above. In a very dark flat, a simple white plant light on a shelf can help through midwinter.

The details

A little green for a high shelf, chosen for real UK homes without a garden.