Easy Care
Light Preference/Tolerated (Bright Indirect Light)
Average Watering Needs
Peat-Rich Soil
Mature Height 12 Inches
Pet Safe

The String of Turtles plant (Peperomia prostrata) is a tropical semi-succulent native to Brazil. It gets its name from the intricate tortoiseshell pattern on the small leaves connected by a trailing vine. Since this plant is semi-succulent, it doesn’t require much water. This unique plant is a great choice for those with limited space since it is a slow grower, only reaching its mature size in three to five years. The String of Turtles plant will introduce a tropical jungle feel to any room.

Best Locations For Growing String Of Turtles

String of Turtles prefers to grow somewhere warm. Average household temperatures from around 68 to 75 degrees are perfect for them. Keep this plant away from drafty windows and doors, and avoid leaving it in direct sun. The String of Turtles’ vines look great trailing from hanging baskets.

String Of Turtles Sunlight Requirements

These plants prefer bright indirect light. A foot or two away from a south-facing window, or close to an east- or west-facing window is ideal. Ensure that light reaches the top of the plant, as well as the trailing vines.

String Of Turtles Care

For best results, prune this plant regularly to encourage new vigorous growth. You can even propagate the cuttings in moist soil. Remove any dead or damaged parts of the plant to ensure nothing begins to rot. Use a peat-based potting soil with plenty of perlite for adequate drainage.

Watering String Of Turtles

The String of Turtles plant prefers to dry out a bit between waterings. Make sure the top one to two inches of soil dry out before watering your plant again. The planter pot and soil should allow for adequate drainage so the plant does not get overwatered.

Feeding String Of Turtles

Feed this plant with half-strength houseplant fertilizer on a biweekly basis. Hold off on fertilizing in the winter when growth slows.

String Of Turtles Plant Information

Light Exposure: Bright Indirect 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: Trailing

Growth Rate: Slow

Mature Height: 12 inches

Mature Spread: 3-4 inches

Flowering: Yes

Flower Color(s): Red

Flower Shade/Description: Red Colored Spike-Like

Fragrant:

Foliage Type:

Foliage Color(s): Green, White

Foliage Description: Dark Green Marked with White Veins

Temperature: 65° - 75°F (18° - 24°C)

Humidity: Average (40% - 60%)

Common Name: String Of Turtles Plant

Other Name(s): String Of Turtles

Scientific Name: Peperomia prostrata

Plant Type: House Plant

SKU:: Peperomia_String.Of.Turtles-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.

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Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

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

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.

We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location

Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

String Of Turtles