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Tolmiea

Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea

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Plant height & pot size | Size Guide

Houseplant Size Guide

Plant height measurement: How we measure the height of our houseplants from pot to top

At Houseplant.co.uk, we want to ensure that you choose the perfect plant for your space. Here's how we measure our plants:

Plant Height:

Measured from the base of the nursery pot to the top of the plant, including the full length of the stem and foliage.

Pot Size:

Refers to the total width across the top of the pot.

Choosing the Right Size

To find the perfect fit, compare the diameter of your plant's grow pot to the opening diameter of your chosen decorative pot. Ensure the decorative pot is at least 1-3cm larger in diameter than the grow pot for easy insertion and removal.

Important Notes

  • Plant sizes are approximate and include the depth of the plant pot and roots, not just the height from the top of the soil.
  • If a specific plant size is not available, we may provide a larger plant at no additional cost to you.
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Happy in both light & shade
High water requirements
Express delivery service

If you're on the hunt for a plant that is a tropical delight and sure to inspire, these stunning perennial Tolmiea Menziesii plants - also known as both the 'Piggyback Plant' and 'Pick-A-Back Plant' are an excellent pick! They are best known for their distinct foliage-rich appearance and vibrant colours - but they can also help purify the surrounding air, so by caring for yours, it'll care for you too! A superb variety for decorating and adding an exotic touch at home, in the office and beyond - they are pet friendly and fantastic for decorating all sorts of spaces. 

For information about a different size plant, change your selection above.

Average Plant Height 10-20 cm
Internal Pot Diameter 12 cm
Botanical Names Tolmiea
Other Names Pick-A-Back Plant, Thousand Mothers, Youth on Age, Saxifraga Piggyback, Curiosity Plant
Pet Friendly Pet friendly
Air Purifying Air purifying plant
Water Requirements High water requirements
Light Requirements Happy in both light & shade

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Care Instructions

Each houseplant requires different levels of care so every order is shipped with a handy care guide. For a few quick tips on how to care for Piggyback Plant | Tolmiea follow me!

Need further help? We have lots of handy guides dedicated to Indoor Plant Care

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We only deliver the highest quality houseplants & indoor plants. We are so confident in our plants we give them a 14 day freshness guarantee.

Shipping & Returns

Over 90% of our orders are delivered within 1-2 working day.

All of our products are shipped on an express delivery service which can be tracked as soon as it has been despatched. We use a number of different couriers to give you the best possible experience. Delivery Information

Delivery Charges

Our gift boxes and mystery boxes include free delivery.

For all other orders, our delivery charges are set out below.

Orders under £20 | £7.99

Orders £20 - £50 | £4.99

Orders over £50 | FREE DELIVERY

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Over 90% of orders are
delivered within 1-2 days.

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Other Names For Houseplant

Tolmiea, Pick-A-Back Plant, Thousand Mothers, Youth on Age, Saxifraga Piggyback, and Curiosity Plant.

Houseplant & Indoor Plant Care

Care Guide

Caring for your Tolmiea Menziesii is a fun, rewarding process! Simply place yours in a cosy spot with lots of bright, indirect sunlight, water once the top inch (or top third) of soil has dried, and ensure its surroundings are moderately humid.

Feed once per month over Spring/Summer for a boost to development, and repot with well-draining houseplant soil once roots begin poking out of its nursery pot drainage holes.

Light & Water Requirements

I have High water requirements and I am Happy in both light & shade.

House Plant Freshness Guarantee

Houseplant Freshness Guarantee

We only deliver the highest quality houseplants & indoor plants. We are so confident in our plants we give them a 14 day freshness guarantee.

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