String of Turtles Care
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I just got this string of turtles, and I don’t want to screw her up! I’m used to letting Peperomias dry all the way out before watering, but I read somewhere that you shouldn’t do that with this plant. Is it true? I’ve already overwatered a Peperomia before which led to root rot and fungus gnats.
I just got this string of turtles, and I don’t want to screw her up! I’m used to letting Peperomias dry all the way out before watering, but I read somewhere that you shouldn’t do that with this plant. Is it true? I’ve already overwatered a Peperomia before which led to root rot and fungus gnats.
2ft to light, indirect
6” pot with drainage
Last watered 6 days ago
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Best Answer
Hi Katherine! It’s true- Turtles like moist soil. If you lightly pinch a mature leaf and it’s solid- it does not need water. If you can fold it like a taco- it’s time to water. Bottom watering is really beneficial because getting the leaves wet causes rot. I stick mine in. Pot of water for 20-30 minutes depending on how long it’s been since last watered. But mine is much smaller than yours- which is Beautiful btw! You can top watering- be sure it gets evenly watered and the water comes out the bottom. I hope this helps! 🌸
@SillyPlantGirl that makes sense, thank you! I did the taco test, and she seems fine for now. I think I’m just nervous because the taco test failed me with my Peperomia Hope. However, I originally potted her in the wrong type of soil, so that likely won’t happen here.
