{"product_id":"peperomia-prostata-chaines-de-tortues","title":"Peperomia Prostata (Turtle's Chains)","description":"\u003cspan class=\"flex-grow flex-shrink-0 tabular-nums\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3 max-w-full\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePeperomia Prostata, also known as \"Turtle Chains\" due to the shape of its leaves, is an easy-to-care-for houseplant. Here's how to care for it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLight:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePlace your Peperomia Prostata in a bright spot with indirect light. It tolerates medium light levels but will thrive with bright light exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a stable room temperature between 18°C and 24°C. Avoid cold drafts and extreme temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWatering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the substrate to partially dry out between waterings. It's better to underwater than to overwater, as Peperomia Prostata is prone to root rot if overwatered. Water directly into the substrate, avoiding wetting the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePeperomia Prostata tolerates normal ambient humidity levels. However, it will benefit from slightly higher humidity. You can increase humidity by placing a tray of water near the plant or using a humidifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUse a well-aerated and draining substrate, such as a houseplant potting mix with perlite or vermiculite. Ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent water stagnation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFertilize your Peperomia Prostata with a balanced, diluted houseplant fertilizer about once a month during the growing season (spring and summer). Reduce fertilizer during winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePruning:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eYou can prune the plant to encourage denser growth and to remove damaged stems or leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupport:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIf the stems become long and struggle to support their own weight, you can use stakes to support them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRegularly dust the leaves to keep them clean and shiny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMonitoring:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor the plant for signs of pests (such as mealybugs or aphids) and diseases. Treat them quickly if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"2.5 in","offer_id":45562505036080,"sku":"33416445036080","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3.5 inches","offer_id":66516083867952,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\"","offer_id":45562505068848,"sku":"33416445068848","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4.5-inch PS","offer_id":45562505101616,"sku":"33416445101616","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6''PS","offer_id":47347431801136,"sku":"","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-inch PS long","offer_id":47347431833904,"sku":"","price":38.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/imgonline-com-ua-resize-tFk5S8M0Fe6kMU6.jpg?v=1705072086","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/peperomia-prostata-chaines-de-tortues","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}