Peperomia spp.

baby rubber plant, peperomia

About the Baby Rubber Plant, Peperomia

Low, compact growing, tropical foliage plants vary with watermelon stripes, coarse, rippled foliage or rounded, rubbery leaves. This diverse plant family grows well in drier, indoor conditions, in mixed planters, or in small pots as a windowsill plant. Shop our online selection of Peperomia varieties and sizes available now.


Care Notes

Grow in medium, indirect lighting 6-8’ from a sunny window, middle of a bright room, or in 12-14 hours of fluorescent lighting. Keep soil slightly dry, do not overwater. Supply extra humidity by setting on a shallow tray of moistened pebbles. Feed with a Osmocote or Miracle-Gro at half strength once a month, April to September.

Planting For Success

Angelo's Planting Guide

We want your new plants to look as amazing at home as they do in our garden centers! And we know the level of care taken when planting can make all the difference. Follow Angelo's six easy steps for best results and performance.

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Companion Plants

Grow with other medium indirect light houseplants such as Philodendron, other Dracaena, English Ivy, Spider and Prayer Plant.