It can also be planted outdoors as a perennial in USDA zones 11 and 12. This plant is a cultivar ofPeperomia caperata, also known as ripple peperomia. This plant can also tolerate medium indirect light, but avoid putting this plant in a low-light area. The Spruce / Adelyn Duchala Soil Grow peperomia rosso in a loose, well-drained potting mix that holds moisture. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely. Allow water to drain fully out of the holes in the bottom of the pot....

Peperomia rotundifolia prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. Harsh, direct afternoon sunlight can burn the leaves. Soil Use a loose, well-drained potting mix for peperomia rotundifolia. The Spruce / Anastasia Tretiak Some growers swear by cactus or succulent soil mixes for peperomias since they’re sensitive to overly wet soil. Water Rather than watering on a set schedule, check your plant’s soil moisture regularly. Water deeply when the soil has completely dried out....

This marvelous herb can be enjoyed for its refreshing fragrance and taste with little effort. Wait until the final frost has passed. Spacing, Depth, and Support Plant peppermint at a depth of 1/4 inch. Space it about 24 inches apart from other plants if not planted in a container. If planting several peppermint plants in rows, allow for 18 to 24 inches between rows. Warning Before planting peppermint, be aware of itsinvasive nature....

Theplant grows fairly quicklyand should blossom in the late spring to early summer. Buttercup is toxic to humans and animals. Water It’s not necessary to soak the bulbs in water before planting to stimulate growth. The Spruce / Kara Riley Water the bulbs well upon planting, and then withhold water until growth appears to avoid rot. A layer ofmulcharound the plants can help to keep the roots cool and extend their growing period....

However, take note that some components of the silk tree can be toxic to animals. There’s no simpler tree to care once it’s established. Here are the main care requirements for getting your Persian silk tree off to a great start. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova If in the Midwest or South, peek if it is legal to plant. It is currentlylisted as invasive in various states. Individual localities may have it in do not plant ordinances in other locations....

The Spruce / K. Dave Persian violets are short-livedbiennialflowering plants (they only last two growing seasons). Often grown as a houseplant, these violets can also be grown outdoors in tropical and subtropical regions. The fast-growing plant remains fairly small, but it is quite eye-catching. The Spruce / K. Dave It sports lots of petite, ovate, glossy dark green leaves. Sometimes the plant dies after its first bloom is finished, even within its growing zones....

The Spruce / Gyscha Rendy Peruvian lilies(Alstroemeriaspp. These perennial bulbs produce beautiful flowers that can is a vase for multiple weeks. Peruvians lilies are toxic to people but non-toxic to pets. Princess Angela Peruvian LilyNeil Holmes/Getty Images Soil Peruvian lilies like fertile, well-drained soil. you’re free to accomplish both qualities by improving your soil with an organic amendment, likecompostorleaf mold. These plants do well in most ordinary garden soil but prefer aslightly acidic pH....

There aremany petunia varieties to choose from; most of them are hybrids. You’ll find these prolific bloomers with wide, trumpet-shaped flowers in almost every color but true blue. The branching foliage is hairy and somewhat sticky. The Spruce / Kara Riley The growth habit is mounding or cascading. Some petunia varieties are more fragrant than others. Learn more about how to grow petunias as annuals or short-lived perennials. The Spruce / Kara Riley...

They often bear multiple flower buds on arching stems, which can last for two to three months. If cared for properly, Phalaenopsis orchids live for 15 to 20 years in your home. Here’s what it’s crucial that you do to make that happen. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida Rotate your orchid from time to time to keep its growth even. Place the plant about 12 inches below the light. Orchids also like contrasting night and day temperatures....

It’s thought that philodendron ‘Florida Green’ was developed by botanist Robert McColley in Florida in the 1950s. Lots of bright, indirect light and humidity will help it grow more quickly. Use a sphagnum moss pole or trellis to support the vine as it grows taller. The Spruce / Michelle Becker Jobrestful/Getty Images Light Give your philodendron ‘Florida Green’ lots of bright, indirect light. An east-facing window is ideal. Avoid harsh, direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves and harm the plant....

It requires bright, indirect sunlight, nutrient-rich, well-draining soil, and prefers temperatures above 65F. The plant foliage of the plant is toxic to people and pets. Full or intense afternoon sun can have a detrimental effect on the plants foliage. Zloyel / Getty Images Soil Loamy soilis the best option for philodendron imperial green. Mature plants are drought-tolerant and have a forgiving nature if you occasionally extend the time between waterings....

Thistropical houseplantis beloved among plant enthusiasts and collectors for its elongated, spade-shaped leaves. Heres everything you better know about how to grow and care for the Philodendron billietiae. Soil This tropical plant enjoys soil that is moist but well-drained. The Spruce / Michelle Becker It is sensitive to overwatering so ensuring there is enough drainage in the soil is important. A mixture of indoor potting soil,perlite, and orchid bark orvermiculiteis ideal....

It stands out because of the unique creamy white or yellow streaks on the green leaves. It has a thick, upright, self-supporting stem, promoting a more tree-like appearance. Slow-growing and compact, it’s a great plant for small spaces. The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong Note that the variegation only appears on mature plants. Sometimes the plant produces leaves with a reddish tone or part red, part white stripes. Like otherPhilodendron, philodendron birkin is toxic to people and pets....