Peperomia

Small, thick, patterned leaves on a tidy plant.

Compact and pet-safe, with dozens of leaf patterns; ideal for a desk or shelf collection.

Peperomia spp.

Varieties: Obtusifolia (baby rubber plant), Watermelon, Caperata (ripple), Hope

Approx. 20-40 cm

Final size varies with the variety, pot size and light conditions.

Medium indirect light

Place it one to two metres from a bright window. Avoid direct midday rays.

Water only when the soil has dried out completely. Push a finger in to one knuckle; if it feels damp, wait. Overwatering is the main cause of damage.

Watering needs change with room temperature, pot size and season, so check the soil rather than following a fixed schedule.

Average humidity

Copes with normal indoor humidity; keeping it out of direct AC airflow helps.

Ordinary indoor temperatures between 18 and 28°C suit it well.

Avoid direct AC airflow and intense heat behind glass in summer.

A well-draining indoor potting mix.

A balanced diluted liquid feed once a month from spring to early autumn; stop in winter.

Repot when roots fill the pot or push through the drainage holes, when the plant becomes unstable, or when growth slows. Move up one pot size only.

Remove yellow or dried leaves at the base; most of these plants need no regular pruning.

Wipe broad leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust, and avoid leaf-polish products.

Semi-succulent leaves store water; let it dry between waterings and keep out of direct sun.

Non-toxic.

Source: the ASPCA list of toxic and non-toxic plants. If a pet swallows any plant, contact a veterinarian immediately.

• Yellow leaves: usually overwatering or poor drainage.
• Brown tips: dry air, tap-water minerals or a direct AC draft.
• Root rot: the main risk for this plant, caused by watering too often.
• Slow growth: not enough light or time to repot.

Spider mites in dry conditions, Mealybugs on stems and leaves

• Desk
• Office
• Bathroom
• Kitchen

• Thank You
• Birthday
• New Baby
• Get Well

Simple cream ceramic in keeping with the Flower Palace look.

• Small·20-40 cm · 12-15 cm pot
• Medium·40-90 cm · 17-21 cm pot
• Large·90-150 cm · 24-30 cm pot
• Statement·Over 150 cm · 30 cm pot and above

Available sizes vary by plant and stock; confirm the size when ordering.