1. Choose the right location: Place your Hoya plant in a spot that receives bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid direct sunlight as it can scorch the leaves.

2. Use well-draining soil: Plant your Hoya in a mixture of perlite, peat moss, and orchid bark to ensure it drains well and doesn’t stay wet for too long.

3. Pick a suitable pot: Select a pot with drainage holes to prevent waterlogging. A hanging pot is ideal for Hoyas with long, trailing vines.

4. Water wisely: Wait until the top inch of soil is dry before watering your Hoya plant thoroughly. Reduce watering frequency during winter months.

5. Monitor humidity levels: Hoyas thrive in moderate to high humidity environments (40-60%). Increase humidity using a humidifier, pebble tray, or misting the plant regularly.

6. Maintain optimal temperature: Keep your Hoya plant in an environment with temperatures ranging from 60-80°F (15-27°C). Protect it from drafts and sudden temperature changes.

7. Fertilize moderately: Use a balanced, liquid houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks during the growing season (spring and summer).

8. Prune carefully: Trim dead leaves or unruly vines as needed to maintain the desired shape. Be cautious not to disturb the flower buds or remove peduncles when pruning.

9. Look out for pests and diseases: Check your Hoya plant regularly for signs of pests like mealybugs or spider mites and treat promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil.

10. Be patient with flowering: Hoya plants may take several years to bloom, especially when young. Providing proper care and maintaining consistent environmental conditions will increase the likelihood of flowering.

11. Don’t disturb budding sites: Avoid moving or jostling your Hoya plant once flower buds have formed, as this can cause them to fall off before blooming.

12. Provide support: Use a stake or trellis to support the Hoya’s vines and help maintain its shape as it grows.

13. Repot when necessary: Transfer your Hoya plant to a slightly larger pot every 2-3 years, ensuring that the new pot has adequate drainage and is filled with well-draining soil.

14. Propagate your Hoya: Take cuttings with at least two leaves and a node in spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone, plant it in well-draining soil, and keep it moist until new growth emerges.