- Pet Safe, Rare
- Bright Indirect Light
- Mature Height 8 Inches
- Water Needs - Dry Out Between Waterings
Peperomia ‘Metallica’ is a subtle beauty that boasts a dense growth habit, slightly cupped leaves, and dramatic coloring that demands to be seen up close. The deep burgundy leaves feature a shiny silver midrib and lighter-colored stems, creating an unusual contrast in both color and leaf shape within your houseplant collection.
This Peperomia is also a hardy perennial in USDA zones 10-11. Gardeners in cooler zones can place this dependable grower outside during the summer months and bring it indoors for the winter once nighttime temperatures drop to 50°F (10°C).
Best Locations For Growing Metallica Peperomia
This versatile Peperomia can thrive in almost any spot in your home. While higher humidity areas like kitchens and bathrooms are beneficial, it tolerates lower humidity well. Use a spray bottle or pebble tray filled with water to boost ambient humidity levels.
Smaller in stature than some tropical houseplants, Peperomia Metallica will reach a height of 8-10 inches and can trail, as its stems extend over 12 inches. Position the plant where its form can be appreciated up close, such as on a shelf, tabletop, or desk. Adding Peperomia Metallica to a mixed hanging basket will draw attention to the unique shape and coloring of the leaves. Terrarium gardeners particularly favor Peperomia for its slow growth rate and ease of care.
Metallica Peperomia Sunlight Requirements
Peperomias can thrive in a variety of lighting conditions. However, keep Metallica away from bright, direct sunlight, as it can scorch and fade the deep coloring of the leaves. Insufficient light can lead to small, spindly stems and leaves. Fortunately, the plant will fully recover when moved to a brighter location.
Metallica Peperomia Care
An all-purpose indoor potting mix works well for planting Peperomia. Use a container with ample drainage, and avoid letting the plant sit in a saucer filled with water unless it is placed on pebbles in a humidity tray. Clip back the ends of stems as needed to maintain a compact and dense shape. The cuttings can easily be rooted in a glass of water to expand your plant collection.
Watering Metallica Peperomia
Allow the top 1-2 inches of potting mix to dry between waterings. During the spring and summer months, this will likely be once a week. As growth slows in fall and winter, reduce watering to every 10-14 days to prevent overwatering. Average household humidity is acceptable, though higher humidity levels may influence the amount of watering needed.
Feeding Metallica Peperomia
Peperomia can be encouraged to bloom even when grown indoors. Feed the plant once a month between April and August with a blooming houseplant fertilizer, typically labeled for African violets or orchids.
Metallica Peperomia Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Mature Height: 8 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 12 Inches |
| Habit: Trailing, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Yellow |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Silver, Red |
| Watering: Dry Out Between Waterings |
| Features: Pet Safe, Rare |
| Common Name: Metallica Peperomia |
| Other Name(s): Metallic Peperomia |
| Scientific Name: Peperomia Metallica |
- SKU:
- PEPEROMIA_METALLICA
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
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Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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