Dischidia Million Hearts - The Enchanting Cascading Heart Vine
Fall absolutely in love with the mesmerising Dischidia Million Hearts - a stunning trailing vine that creates the most romantic and whimsical display with its cascading strands of tiny, perfect heart-shaped leaves! This gorgeous Southeast Asian beauty brings pure magic to Australian homes with its delicate succulent foliage that tumbles gracefully from hanging baskets or climbs elegantly up supports. Your Dischidia Million Hearts combines the charm of a trailing vine with the easy-care nature of a succulent, making it absolutely perfect for plant lovers who want maximum visual impact with minimal fuss.
Why Choose Dischidia Million Hearts for Your Collection?
- Cascading Heart-Shaped Beauty: Your Dischidia Million Hearts produces endless strands of tiny, perfect heart-shaped leaves that create the most romantic trailing display
- Versatile Growing Habits: Can trail beautifully from hanging baskets or climb elegantly up moss poles and supports, adapting to your display preferences
- Succulent-Like Durability: Thick, fleshy leaves store water, making this vine incredibly drought-tolerant and forgiving of occasional neglect
- Pet Safe Romance: Generally safe for cats and dogs, making it ideal for Australian families with curious pets who might investigate those adorable heart leaves
- Fast Growing Charm: Relatively quick growth means you'll enjoy long, lush trails of hearts in no time, creating instant impact in your space
Care Instructions for Australian Conditions
Light: Your Dischidia Million Hearts thrives in bright, indirect light, making it perfect for Australian homes year-round. Position near windows with excellent filtered light or under bright artificial lighting. The succulent leaves can handle some morning sun, but protect from harsh afternoon sun during hot Australian summer months (December-February) to prevent leaf scorch.
Watering: Water your Dischidia Million Hearts when the soil feels dry to touch, typically every 7-10 days. Allow the chunky, well-draining potting medium to dry out between waterings, as the succulent nature of the leaves means this vine prefers to dry out rather than stay consistently moist. During Australian summer (December-February), you may need to water more frequently as air conditioning creates dry conditions. In winter (June-August), reduce watering significantly as growth slows. Remember, every home environment is different - chunky medium will dry out faster than fine, peat-heavy medium. Always check soil moisture rather than following a strict schedule.
Humidity: Dischidia Million Hearts appreciates moderate humidity levels around 50-60%. Group with other plants to create natural humidity zones, which helps maintain the glossy appearance of those adorable heart-shaped leaves and prevents edges from browning.
Temperature: Thrives in typical Australian indoor temperatures between 18-26°C. This Southeast Asian native appreciates consistent warmth and should be protected from cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.
Fertilising: Feed monthly during the growing season (September-March in Australia) with Growth Technology Foliage Focus diluted to half strength (2-3ml per litre). The succulent nature means less frequent feeding is perfectly adequate, and over-fertilising can cause leggy growth.
Support: For climbing displays, provide a Grow Vertical moss pole or other support structure. The vine will naturally attach and climb, creating beautiful vertical displays of cascading hearts.
Perfect For
- Hanging basket displays and elevated plant stands
- Pet owners wanting safe, trailing plant options
- Beginners seeking easy-care vining plants
- Romantic and whimsical décor themes
- Bathrooms and kitchens with good light
- Creating natural privacy screens and green curtains
- Modern and contemporary Australian homes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dischidia Million Hearts safe for pets?
Dischidia Million Hearts is generally considered safe for cats and dogs and is non-toxic. However, as with any plant, it's best to discourage pets from chewing on the leaves, though the succulent texture usually deters most pets naturally.
How fast does Dischidia Million Hearts grow?
Dischidia Million Hearts is a relatively fast-growing vine, especially during the warmer months (September-March in Australia). With proper care, you can expect new growth and longer trailing vines throughout the growing season, with the plant potentially reaching several metres in length over time.
Can I propagate my Dischidia Million Hearts?
Absolutely! Dischidia Million Hearts propagates easily from stem cuttings. Simply cut a healthy vine section with several nodes, allow it to callus for a day, then place in water or directly into moist potting mix. New roots typically develop within 2-4 weeks, making it easy to share with friends or expand your collection.
Why are some leaves on my Dischidia Million Hearts falling off?
Some leaf drop is normal, especially older leaves at the base of vines. However, excessive leaf drop usually indicates overwatering or insufficient light. Ensure your Dischidia Million Hearts is in bright, indirect light and allow the soil to dry between waterings. The succulent leaves should feel firm and plump when healthy.
Every Dischidia Million Hearts from Growing Grounds Australia represents our commitment to bringing you the most charming and healthy trailing plants available. These delightful Southeast Asian natives are carefully selected for their vigorous growth, abundant heart-shaped foliage, and robust health, ensuring you receive a specimen that will thrive in Australian conditions while providing years of cascading beauty and romantic charm.
Please Note: As living plants, each specimen is unique and may vary in size, leaf count, and exact appearance from the images shown. The photos are representative examples of the quality and characteristics you can expect, but natural variations in shape, colour, and growth patterns make every plant one-of-a-kind. This individuality is part of what makes growing plants so special!
If you are from a quarantine restricted state & would like to purchase this plant we recommend using Paradise Distributors concierge service, make sure to contact them prior to purchasing: info@rareplants.net.au
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Shipping & Greenhouse Collection
Let's Talk About How Your Plants Get to You!
Alright, so here's the deal with shipping - we try our best to send all our plants potted and ready to go, but sometimes due to larger orders or when we're moving through some big changes, we'll send some plants semi-bare rooted. If you haven't come across this before, it basically means we carefully remove a bunch of the soil before packing them up. I know that might sound a bit scary if you've never ordered plants online before, but trust me, this is actually a really smart way to do it! The main reason we do this is because it creates so much more room in the box, which means we can fit way more plants in one shipment for you. More plants in one box = more green goodness arriving at your door at once! The plants honestly handle the journey better without all that heavy, wet soil sloshing around too. Just make sure you've got some fresh potting mix ready to go when your green babies arrive, because they'll want to get tucked into their new home pretty quickly!
Now, let's chat about what actually fits in our boxes. We can safely fit about 4-6 plants in one box, or if you're stocking up on supplies, one box can hold 3 bags of medium plus 1L of Growth Technology. We really don't recommend adding heavy items with your plants though - it just puts extra stress on your precious plants during transit and limits how many we can fit. If your order ends up being heavier than our standard box can handle, we'll reach out to you about additional postage fees. We're always transparent about costs, no sneaky surprises!
When Does Everything Ship Out?
Here's how our timeline works - we process and ship orders the week after you place them. So if you order on a Tuesday, your plants will get packed and sent out sometime the following week. We ship Monday through Friday (because let's be real, we all need weekends to recharge!), and we're aiming to get your order out within 4-6 business days of processing. Sometimes things take a tiny bit longer because we're a small but mighty team, and we take absolute care in making sure every single plant is packed perfectly. Like, we're talking individual attention for each plant here. We don't rush this stuff!
Once your order ships, you'll get an email with your tracking number. If you haven't received that tracking email, it just means we're still working on your order - it hasn't left us yet. Please be patient with us! We promise we're working as fast as we can while still making sure everything is done right. We pack orders in chronological order to keep things fair for everyone, so no one's getting special treatment or jumping the queue. First come, first served, that's how we roll!
The Journey to Your Doorstep
All our orders ship with Australia Post, and here's something cool - they operate 24/7! That means even if your order gets sent out on a Friday afternoon, it's still making its way to you over the weekend. The postal system doesn't sleep, and honestly, that's pretty amazing for getting plants to you quickly. You can generally expect your plants to arrive within 2-7 days after we ship them, depending on where you are in Australia. Metro areas tend to be quicker, regional spots might take the full week, but either way, your tracking number will keep you in the loop the whole time.
And here's the thing that always blows people's minds - our plants are absolute troopers. We've tested this extensively, and they can genuinely survive in their boxes for up to three weeks if needed. Obviously we don't want them sitting around that long, but life happens, mail gets delayed sometimes, and we want you to know that your plants are prepped and ready to handle whatever the postal system throws at them. While we do our best to avoid delays, occasional unforeseen circumstances may slightly impact delivery times, but rest assured, your plants are packed with extra care and are tougher than you think!
Quarantine States (WA, NT, TAS)
We currently only ship directly to non-quarantine states. Unfortunately, biosecurity restrictions make it pretty complicated to send plants to Western Australia, Northern Territory, and Tasmania. But don't worry, we've got a solution for you! If you're from a quarantine restricted state and would like to purchase plants from us, we recommend using Paradise Distributors' concierge service. They're absolute legends and can handle all the biosecurity paperwork and requirements for you. Make sure to contact them prior to purchasing so they can give you all the details and help you out: info@rareplants.net.au
Come Visit the Greenhouse! (Rockdale)
If you're local or just love the idea of picking up your order in person, we've got you covered! Greenhouse collection from our Rockdale location is available the same week you make your purchase. Our opening hours are always changing, so make sure to check booking availability on our 'Visit the Greenhouse' page before purchasing. After you've paid for your order, just head over and book a time slot that works for you. You'll get to pick up your plants AND have a wander through the greenhouse while you're here, which honestly is such a vibe. Just please wear a mask if you're feeling unwell - it's a small space and we want to keep everyone safe and healthy!
Catch Us at Markets!
We do regular markets around Sydney and would love to meet you in person! If you'd prefer to skip shipping altogether and grab your order at one of our market stalls, just email us at info@growinggroundsaustralia.com and we can arrange collection at an upcoming market. It's a great way to chat plants face-to-face, see what else we've got on the day, and save on postage!
Questions? We're Here for You!
If you've got any questions about shipping, tracking, or literally anything else, please don't hesitate to contact us at info@growinggroundsaustralia.com. We love chatting with you guys and we're always happy to help troubleshoot, answer questions, or just talk plants!
Much love from the GG's Team 🌱
