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Peperomia

Peperomia, is a delightful and low-maintenance plant that will win your heart with its unique charm. With its compact size, adorable rounded leaves, and a variety of delightful patterns and textures, peperomia brings a touch of whimsy and warmth to any space.

Planting Calendar

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Autumn
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Spring

Peperomias are available throughout the year

Prepare

Peperomia sports ornamental foliage. Its leaves can be textured or smooth in red, green, gray, or purple; variegated, marbled, or solid; large, heart-shaped, round, pointed, or tiny. All Peperomia plants are low maintenance, slow-growing, and are considered clean-air plants.

Position

Prefers warm temperatures and medium to high humidity. Medium to bright indirect light out of direct sunlight.

Soil

Prefers a free draining indoor potting mix such as Kings House Plant Mix.

Care

Watering

Allow the top two inches of the soil to dry out between watering's. Keeping the peperomia on the dry side is better than saturating it. Soggy soil can lead to root rot

Feeding

Feed with Kings Liquid House Plant food once a month at half strength.

Pruning

Lightly prune Peperomia plants in the early spring to correct any leggy, spindly growth. Remove the end of each stem and the first set of leaves; you can pinch them off with your fingers or snip them off with sharp secateurs or scissors. This will encourage new growth forming a bushier denser plant.

Beginner Tip

Peperomia like to be in a humid environment. Mist plants daily or position your plant in the bathroom.

Expert Tip

Insufficient light will result in fewer leaves, leaf drop, and drab coloration

Frequently Asked Questions