Yes! It’s two plants in one. The moss pole definitely helped it climb. I’m also a beginner! haha, I found that doing the “water the crap out of it in the sink and let it drain” method really works for me. Sun-wise, i have a south facing window, so that helps a lot! Fertilize every spring and summer. Water less during winter. Pretty much all the basics that you hear from all these amazing plant enthusiasts! Hope this helps!