{"product_id":"jade-necklace-string-of-turtles-peperomia-prostrata-jade-necklace","title":"Jade Necklace String of Turtles - Peperomia prostrata 'Jade Necklace'","description":"\u003cp\u003eJade Necklace String of Turtles (\u003cem\u003ePeperomia prostrata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Jade Necklace') is a trailing peperomia that grows only about 2cm high and spreads 20 to 30cm, its short stems strung with small rounded leaves marked like tiny turtle shells. It is made for hanging baskets, small pots and terrariums, where the stems drape over the edge. Small and finely patterned, it rewards a close look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA pattern on every leaf.\u003c\/strong\u003e Each rounded leaf carries a shell-like pattern, so even a small pot has plenty of detail up close.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrails without support.\u003c\/strong\u003e The short stems spill over the rim of a basket or shelf with no staking or training.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForgiving of forgetful watering.\u003c\/strong\u003e It wants the soil to dry out between drinks, so it suits people who travel or simply forget.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA light feeding routine.\u003c\/strong\u003e A general fertiliser twice a year is enough to keep the growth fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Peperomias are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs, so a low basket or shelf is less of a worry in a pet household.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging baskets and shelves.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant suits a small basket. For a fuller look, set three plants about 15cm apart in a larger one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrariums and shallow bowls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its low habit suits an open terrarium or a shallow dish. Allow about 20cm between plants so the stems have room to trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded, sheltered patios.\u003c\/strong\u003e In tropical and subtropical gardens, hang it under cover in bright shade, out of direct sun and heavy rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Jade Necklace String of Turtles in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright, indirect light is what it wants, with no harsh afternoon sun. It needs a frost free home, so it is an indoor plant for most of the country and an outdoor hanging plant only in tropical and subtropical areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining mix is essential. A cactus and succulent blend with a little extra perlite works well, in a shallow pot or basket with drainage holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the soil dry out between waterings and take care not to overwater, because wet roots are the usual cause of losses. Apply a general fertiliser twice a year, for example in spring and again in early summer, following the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Little is needed. The tiny flowers can be snipped off to keep a clean look or left on for added interest, and any straggly stem can be trimmed back to keep the plant compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Jade Necklace String of Turtles as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. The tube plant is a small starter with short stems, so move it into a shallow pot or basket of free draining mix once it arrives and give it a few weeks to settle and begin trailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur grower supplies the tubes, and supply comes and goes. If the tube shows as sold out, the grower has none at the moment, and the notify button on this page will email you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peperomias\"\u003eBrowse the peperomia range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eExplore more indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-repot-your-plants-like-a-pro\"\u003eHow to repot your plants like a pro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I cut off the flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is your call. The tiny flowers can be snipped off to keep a clean look, or left on for added interest, and neither choice harms the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves going soft or dropping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverwatering is the usual cause. Let the soil dry out between drinks and check that the pot drains freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a low plant, about 2cm high, that spreads 20 to 30cm with short trailing stems. It is built to fill a small basket or pot, not to climb or take over a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790864875839,"sku":"PEP-PRO-JADENE-tube","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/jade-necklace-string-of-turtles-peperomia-prostrata-jade-necklace.jpg?v=1792209930","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/jade-necklace-string-of-turtles-peperomia-prostrata-jade-necklace","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}