Annual – Emerald Ripple Peperomia
Emerald ripple peperomia
Botanical name: peperomia caperata
Beginner friendly?: yes
Average size at maturity: about 8 inches in height and width
Hardy zone: zones 10-12
Foliage color: green, gray, white, red
Flower color: white
Bloom time: spring, summer, fall
Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in first growing season
Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed
Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing
Landscape use: container plant, groundcover, shade garden
Special features: disease resistant, shade tolerant, heat tolerant, pet-friendly
Light needs: less than 2 hours of sun per day
Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions
Fertilizing instructions : optional slow-release fertilizer application at the time of planting
Best time to plant: spring
Best type of soil: loam, sand
Companion plants: spider plant, boston fern, pothos
Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and petsÂ
Invasive species: no
