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Felted Pepperface Peperomia
Peperomia incana
These unique, velvety houseplants will provide unique texture and a splash of color to any indoor space! Their small form and easy-care regimen makes them the perfect desk plant!
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If you are in search of a small, low-maintenance houseplant, the Felted Pepperface Peperomia might be just the plant for you! The plant's oval-shaped leaves are covered in small white hairs that give the plant its nickname 'Amazon Fuzz.'
With leaves that are soft to the touch, and an easy care regimen, these sweet little peperomia plants make the perfect addition to windowsills, desks, and remotely any small surface you could think of! They are fairly slow-growing plants and reach a mature height between 12 and 15 inches.
Ideal conditions for the Felted Peperomia include medium to bright indirect light, infrequent watering, and the application of a well-balanced fertilizer in the growing months of spring and summer.
Pepperface Peperomia also produces small flowers when it is especially happy! As an added bonus, these houseplants are considered pet safe so they are okay to grow around your nosey furry friends!
| Hardiness Zone: | 9-11 |
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| Mature Height: | 8 to 12 Inches |
| Mature Width: | 8 to 10 Inches |
| Classification: | Colorful foliage |
| Sunlight: | Fluorescent to bright indirect |
| Habit: | Compact habit, densely branching, insignificant flower |
| Flower Color: | Green and white |
| Foliage: | Green |
| Soil Condition: | Likes to dry out some between watering |
| Water Requirements: | If unsure, do not water |
| Uses: | Attractive plant to be featured on small surfaces, does well with minimal care |
How to Care for Felted Pepperface Peperomia
Be sure to read about the recommended care instructions to keep this plant healthy and thriving for years to come!
How do I plant a Felted Peperomia?
We suggest re-potting your newly purchased Peperomia into a container 2"-4" wider in diameter, and 2-3" deeper than the container it is in currently. Use a well draining potting mix, and be sure not to disturb the roots when transplanting. We recommend adding a slow release fertilizer to the new potting mix before watering in. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. That is why we do not recommend planting in a container any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot. If planted too deep, the stem of the plant will be covered with soil, retaining moisture and eventually rotting. Keep in mind that this new potting mix will retain more moisture than the previous container, so watering in the beginning should be less frequent.
How do I water Felted Peperomia Plants?
Felted Peperomia indoor house plants should be watered relatively infrequently, as the plants like to dry out some between watering. The easiest way to tell if a plant needs to be watered is by the weight of the container. If the container is very heavy and the foliage is upright, chances are good the plant doesn't need water, whereas a light container and limp foliage means the plant needs some water. Sometimes, water pours out of the container without being retained by the soil. Soaking the dry soil in a small dish or saucer can be a useful way to solve this problem. It is important not to water the foliage of these plants, or to over-water them as this will lead to leaf damage or plant death. If you're unsure, it is always better to let the plant go dry instead of drenching it with water. Moisture meters are another easy way to tell if plants need to be watered, and usually come with a guide to indicate what number or level of moisture different plants require.
How do I fertilize Felted Peperomia?
Indoor houseplant fertilizers fall into two groups: water soluble (liquid quick release), and granular, slow release fertilizers. Jack's Classic Indoor plant food works well as a powder, quick release fertilizer that is mixed with water to quickly provide nutrients to a plant that has been in a container for an extended time. On the other hand Osmocote Indoor/Outdoor is an option as a granular, slow release fertilizer that can be applied while potting and planting. Any type of fertilizer offers nutrients that help plants with the transition to a new environment.
What is the best soil for Felted Peperomia?
The best soil for Felted Peperomia is a well balanced mix of peat moss, perlite and vermiculite that dries some between watering but takes a long time to compact. Typically, any reputable potting mix will work well and includes those ingredients. Adding a granular, slow release fertilizer while planting is a good way to help the plant thrive in the transplanting transition however if the soil you've chosen already has fertilizer incorporated into it there will be no need to add additional fertilizer.
