“Water off a duck’s… or in this case turtle’s back”
String of Turtles
Peperomia Prostrata
Stunning leaf design
Easy to care for
Originates
This semi-succulent is originally from Brazil.
Overview
It takes its name from its leaves which appear to resemble a turtle’s shell. A small but perfectly formed house plant that has trailing vines.
Position
This plant is slow-growing but lives happily in a pot on a shelf, window-sill or added to a fairy garden. It enjoys warm bright light but should not be placed in direct sunlight as could damage its leaves. Try to keep away from radiators.
Watering
Requires regular watering in Spring and Summer months, but less across Winter months in the UK. Always allow the soil to dry fully between waterings as roots are susceptible to rot. As with other succulents String of Turtles thrive with less watering.
How to make plant fuller
The String of Turtles is considered difficult to grow from cuttings but with patience propagation can help to make your plant appear fuller. Cut one or more turtle-shaped leaves and place it in water to encourage new roots to grow. Once roots appear these can be placed back into the soil in your master plant.
Repotting
Unlike the other string varieties on this site, this plant should not be planted in a peat-free cactus or succulent mix, instead it will prefer a soil richer in peat.
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