- Attractive Unique Foliage
- Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light)
- Average Watering Needs
- Mature Height 8-12 inches
- Pet Safe
Platinum Peperomia, also known as Ivy-Leaf Pepper, Platinum, or Silver-leaf pepper, is an evergreen perennial native to tropical regions in South and Central America. Interesting leaf texture and gorgeous iridescent silvery foliage with reddish veins make Platinum Peperomia a highly sought-after houseplant.
Best Locations For Growing Platinum Peperomia
Tolerant of a variety of growing conditions, Platinum Peperomia does best in medium to bright indirect light, in temperatures between 65-80 degrees F with normal humidity. Place it in an east- or west-facing window in your home. Avoid severe temperature fluctuations like cold air drafts in winter or close proximity to a heating vent, as this could damage its leaves.
Platinum Peperomia Sunlight Requirements
Bright indirect light is ideal; direct sunlight can burn its leaves.
Platinum Peperomia Care
Plant this Peperomia in a well-aerated, well-draining potting mix specifically formulated for succulents or cacti, or potting soil that has ample amounts of orchid bark, perlite, and or coarse sand to promote drainage. The loose texture also helps the root system absorb oxygen and prevents root rot due to overwatering. Platinum Peperomia is a slow grower but would benefit from repotting even if it's just to refresh the soil every 2-3 years. This should be done in spring. Select a pot only slightly larger than the previous pot.
Watering Platinum Peperomia
Allow Platinum Peperomia’s soil to dry in between waterings. Its leaves will fall off when touched if this plant has been overwatered, which can lead to root rot, so always feel 2” down into the soil before watering. Water sparingly in winter. Signs of overwatering may include rotting stalks and yellowing leaves.
Feeding Platinum Peperomia
Peperomias require little fertilization. You can feed your Platinum Peperomia once a month during the growing season with a well-balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer.
Platinum Peperomia Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light, Medium Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: Yes |
| Kid Friendly: Yes |
| Air Purifier: Moderate |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Growth Rate: Slow |
| Mature Height: 8-12 inches |
| Mature Spread: 8-12 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Shade/Description: White |
| Fragrant: No |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Deep Jade |
| Temperature: Above 50 °F (Above 10 ) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Platinum Peperomia |
| Other Name(s): Ivy Peperomia, Silver Leaf Peperomia, Ivy Leaf Peperomia |
| Scientific Name: Peperomia griseoargentea |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- Peperomia_Platinum-HP
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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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
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Plant Shipping
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
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
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations