House Plants – Peperomia ‘Watermelon’

Botanical name: peperomia argyreia

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: about 8 inches in height and width

Hardy zone: zones 10-12

Foliage color: green/silver

Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in a single growing season

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: cut a stem below the node and place in water until roots emerge

Landscape use: houseplant/container plant

Light needs: less than 3 hours of sun per day

Special features: foliage coloring that resembles a watermelon

Watering instructions: keep soil moist but not soggy

Fertilizing instructions : use an all purpose plant food once a month throughout the growing season

Best time to plant: early spring

Best type of soil: loam, potting soil

Companion plants: snake plant, spider plant, agave

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets

Invasive species: no