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Light
Bright, indirect light maintains leaf color and variegation which are this peperomia’s outstanding features..
It’s tolerant of low light conditions, but some light is needed for good color.
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Exposure to direct sunlight can burn the leaves.
One to two feet away from an east or west-facing window often provides theideal light level.
Cactus and succulent mixes are good choices.
Water
Water peperomia Ginny when the top inch of soil gets dry.
double-check to drain all excess before returning the pot to its saucer.
Standing water causes foliage to saturate and drop off and can damage roots.
Clay pots help evaporate excess water.
Succulent peperomias, like Ginny, need less frequent watering during winter months.
Temperature and Humidity
This tropical adapts well to household humidity and temperatures between 65F and 75F.
it’s possible for you to also place a small humidifier nearby to increase the humidity level.
Avoid temperature fluctuations which stress the plant.
Fertilizer
Feed your peperomia monthly during the growing season with a diluted, balanced, liquid fertilizer.
Stop fertilizing in late autumn through winter to discourage salt buildup in the soil which adversely affects plant health.
Here’s how to grow peperomia Ginny from a leaf cutting.
At the first sign of a problem lightly wipe down the leaves with a cloth dipped in rubbing alcohol.
For severe infestations, treat the plant with neem oil or insecticidal soap.
Fungus gnats can also become a problem, usually due to overwatering.
Isolate the plant and let the soil dry out.
Use a yellow sticky trap to get rid of adult gnats.
Root rotandbacterial leaf spotcan infect this peperomia.
Avoid root rot by allowing the top inch of soil to dry between watering.
Remove any saturated leaves.
Repot with fresh medium.
Discourage leaf spot infections by watering at soil level and avoid wetting leaves.
confirm the plant has good air circulation.
Leaves Drop Off
Adjust your watering schedule.
Yellowing indicates the plant is too dry while soggy leaves may turn gray and drop off.
Temperature fluctuations also may result in leaf loss.
Leggy Growth
Relocate the plant to a spot with more light.
Spindly stems and small leaves result from lack of adequate light.
Peperomia Ginny is safe for cats, dogs and other household pets.
