Peperomia Watermelon, Here's The Trick To Take Care Of It To Grow Early

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JAKARTA - The ornamental plant Peperomia watermelon or which has the scientific name Peperomia argyreia is currently popular among ornamental plant lovers. The unique leaf pattern and compact leaf growth are the attractions of this plant.

Peperomia watermelon is a tropical plant that adapts very well when placed indoors. In addition, this plant is also non-toxic to domestic pets, such as cats and dogs.

Peperomia watermelon is also an indoor houseplant that is easy to care for. You need to make sure to keep it moist. Apart from humidity, there are some other important things that should not be forgotten in order for you to get the best results from this plant.

Reporting from The Spruce, Thursday, August 25, here's how to care for ornamental plants Peperomia watermelon.

Light

Place the Peperomia watermelon ornamental plant in a place with low to medium light intensity. Do not put this ornamental plant in the sun for too long, because the leaves of this plant easily turn yellow. Just place it occasionally in the sun for 3-5 minutes to avoid small leaf growth.

Soil

Peperomia grows well in soil with a moist texture. Avoid planting peperomia in soil that is used specifically for growing cacti and succulents because the soil texture is different. You can also mix peat moss growing media or pearl peat and perlite in a 1:1 ratio to grow Peperomia watermelon.

Water

Peperomia watermelon is an ornamental plant that is sensitive if it is too wet or too dry. This plant prefers moisture. You also shouldn't allow pepperomia houseplants to dry out or be submerged in water for long periods of time.

Temperature and Humidity

Peperomia watermelon grows well in warm and slightly humid conditions. The temperature and humidity levels in the house are sufficient for this tropical plant. Therefore, this plant is suitable as an ornamental plant in the house. Make sure your pepperomia is kept away from drafty vents or windows which can dry out the air around the plant.

Fertilizer

To produce dense Peperomia watermelon leaves, regular fertilization is mandatory during the plant growth period. Use a liquid fertilizer every 2 to 4 weeks during the summer.