Peperomia argyreia typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
watermelon peperomia
Peperomia argyreia
Watermelon Peperomia (Peperomia argyreia) is a small, low-growing, evergreen tropical perennial with heart-shaped leaves. It has a unique mottled pattern of silvery-green and dark green foliage resembling the rind of a watermelon. The leaves are semi-succulent and are arranged in an overlapping pattern. Watermelon Peperomia is an easy-care houseplant that prefers bright, indirect sunlight and moderate temperatures. It can be grown in hanging baskets or upright on a shelving unit for a stunning display. It will tolerate neglect and is an ideal choice for those new to plant care or those who travel often. It produces small white flowers in the summer, adding to its stunning foliage.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Leaf Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 12
Flowers:
Green Flowers
Sun:
part shade,part sun/part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
green,purple,pink,white Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Tropical:
Yes
Indoors:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Watermelon peperomia plants should be watered when their soil has dried out 2-thirds below the surface. It is not a plant that likes to dry out completely. Once the soil has dried, it should be watered thoroughly, and then waited until the soil has dried out again. During active growth periods, typically spring, water more frequently, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. In the winter months water less, to avoid soggy soils. In general, water your watermelon peperomia deeply, using tepid water about once or twice every 2 weeks.
sunlight
Watermelon peperomia do best in bright, indirect light. For best growth and health, try to provide at least 4-6 hours of bright, but indirect sunlight each day. Place your watermelon peperomia in an east or west facing window for the most optimal growing conditions. They do not do well with direct, hot afternoon sunlight and too little light will cause the leaves to become dull and limp.
pruning
Watermelon Peperomia should be pruned lightly twice a year, once in late spring and again in late summer. Pruning should be done by trimming off any dead, dry, discolored, or insect damaged leaves. You can also cut off any stems that have become too long or thin. This should only be done with clean, sharp scissors and should involve only minimal pruning of up to 1-third of the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Peperomia argyreia typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Peperomia argyreia is usually in the months of June and July.
