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5.0 out of 5 (2 experiences)


About Peperomia Pink Lady
Did you know Peperomia plants belong to the pepper family, along with black peppercorns? Their fruits and seeds have traveled one of the longest distances ever recorded, over 3000 miles to an island in the middle of the Atlantic ocean, while stuck to a bird's feet! 🦅 They can be easily propagated by leaves which make them super easy to share with friends!
Taxonomy
Peperomia caperata 'Pink Lady'
Peperomia
Piperaceae
Piperales
Also known as
Pink Lady Peperomia and peperomia pink lady

How to care for Peperomia Pink Lady

How often to water your Peperomia Pink Lady

every 9
Peperomia Pink Lady needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Tucson, Arizona.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Tucson, Arizona
48% Low

Growing Peperomia Pink Lady in Tucson right now
Plant growth potential is currently low 📉
January 25th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by “net radiation” in Tucson is currently low 📉.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determinin…
Sunlight will increase by 23.4% ☀️
January 26th, 2023
Tucson is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Tucson is expected to increase by 23.4% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 13.0 megajoules of energy per m2 per…
Daylight will increase by 0.6 hours 📈
January 25th, 2023
This month, Tucson is getting an average of 9.4 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 6.4% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.6 total hours of dayli…
Finding light for Peperomia Pink Lady in your home

a window
Peperomia Pink Lady may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Tucson, Arizona ⛅.

How to fertilize Peperomia Pink Lady

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Peperomia Pink Lady after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
When to repot Peperomia Pink Lady
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ⏳
January 23rd, 2023
The growing potential in Tucson is low 📉.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repot …

Peperomia Pink Lady prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Peperomia Pink Lady may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Peperomia Pink Lady doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Peperomia Pink Lady does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Peperomia Pink Lady should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
It’s common for Peperomia Pink Lady to go dormant in the summertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Peperomia Pink Lady is native to Worldwide.
Care Summary for Peperomia Pink Lady
Peperomia Pink Lady
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Tucson, Arizona, the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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