{"product_id":"ruby-ripple-peperomia-peperomia-caperata-ruby-ripple","title":"Ruby Ripple Peperomia - Peperomia caperata 'Ruby Ripple'","description":"\u003cp\u003eRuby Ripple Peperomia (\u003cem\u003ePeperomia caperata\u003c\/em\u003e 'Ruby Ripple') is a neat foliage plant that stays 10 to 20cm tall and wide. Its tiny heart-shaped leaves are deeply crinkled, almost quilted, and a dark maroon. It is a low-effort plant for shaded pots, terrariums and the front of a frost free tropical border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuilted maroon leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The crinkled surface catches the light and gives a small plant a lot of texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA neat, compact size.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 10 to 20cm in every direction it fits a shelf, a bowl or a gap at the front of a bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy with a light touch.\u003c\/strong\u003e It dislikes soggy soil, so it suits people who forget a watering rather than people who fuss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTail-like flower stalks.\u003c\/strong\u003e Happy plants send up long, narrow stalks in red and cream above the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Peperomias are generally regarded as non-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded patio containers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair it with taller foliage in a large pot, or give it a small pot of its own on a table under cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderplanting in tropical gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free gardens, plant 20cm apart beneath larger plants or among denser groundcovers, where its dark leaves add contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors on a bright shelf.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a spot with indirect light, where the maroon leaves are close enough to appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Ruby Ripple Peperomia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright spot with indirect sunlight or dappled shade. It enjoys warm, humid air and needs frost free conditions, so it is an indoor plant for most of the country and a garden plant only in tropical and subtropical areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e A good quality potting mix that holds some moisture but drains freely. Avoid heavy soils that stay wet around the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly for the first 12 weeks, then regularly once established, but with a light hand, because wet soil is its main enemy. Mist when the air is dry. In the warmer months, a very diluted liquid feed once a month keeps the foliage healthy and vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove old leaves for a quick tidy, and snip off flower stalks once they fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Ruby Ripple Peperomia as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Tube plants may arrive with green leaves rather than maroon, and the deeper colour develops as the plant grows. Pot the tube into a small container of fresh mix soon after it arrives and keep it bright, not wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the grower has none, the tube shows as sold out on this page, and the notify button on the page emails 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\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003ePet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore tropical 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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my new plant green instead of maroon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock can arrive green. The dark maroon colour comes as the plant grows, so give it bright, indirect light and a little time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegularly, but lightly. Let the top of the mix dry between drinks and never leave the pot standing in water, because it does not tolerate soggy soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy plants do. The flowers are long, tail-like stalks in red and cream that rise above the leaves, and they can be snipped off once they fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790865334591,"sku":"PEP-CAP-RUBYRI-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/ruby-ripple-peperomia-peperomia-caperata-ruby-ripple.jpg?v=1792209944","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/ruby-ripple-peperomia-peperomia-caperata-ruby-ripple","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}