How to grow Peperomia

Peperomia obtusifolia

Dappled Sun
OR
Partial Sun
Low

Avoid afternoon sun.¹ Let dry thoroughly before watering.¹ Likes high humidity, especially in summer.¹ Tolerates low light.²
Pinch out the growing tips to keep the growth contained
Refresh old plants by taking cuttings just below a leaf node and rooting into gritty compost

Growing Peperomia from seed

New plants are best made from stem cuttings. take a length of stem, cut just below a leaf node and pull off the lower leaves. Dib a hole into a gritty compost mix and insert the stem. Arrange three or four stems around the edge of a 7cm pot. Water once but leave to root.

Transplanting Peperomia

Use a clay pot and a loam and grit mixture, so it is more difficult to overwater. A wide shallow pot is best as peperomia has a trailing habit

As Peperomia is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out (around 15°C / 59°F as a guideline) - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

How long does Peperomia take to grow?

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Other names for Peperomia

Baby rubberplant, pepper face,

Peperomia obtusifolia (L.) A. Dietr.

Footnotes

¹ Missouri Botanical Garden

² Backyard Gardener