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Peperomia blanda
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Peperomia blanda plant details
Peperomia blanda is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with green foliage. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Peperomia blanda
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: piperaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Uses: houseplant, terrarium plant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Peperomia blanda
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Peperomia blanda
Sun Exposure
- dappled shade - shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 8"-12"
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-48"
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Zones
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Size
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