Peperomia prostrata - String of Turtles [large]

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  • Peperomia prostrata - String of Turtles [large]
  • Peperomia prostrata - String of Turtles [large]
  • Peperomia prostrata - String of Turtles [large]
  • Peperomia prostrata - String of Turtles
  • Peperomia prostrata - String of Turtles - May
 
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String of Turtles (Peperomia prostrata) (Williams): Rare and utterly charming trailing succulent. This adorable plant grows long, cascading stems covered with coin-like leaves that resemble turtle backs. The lime green leaves have a somewhat marbled pattern and are slightly succulent. This South American species makes a fantastic house plant, particularly in a hanging pot near a sunny window. It has similar care needs as the popular String of Pearls. It is a slow grower, but mature plants can grow stems around 12.0" long. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.5" pot.

Please Note: Leaves can fall off easily with handling, but will eventually re-sprout.

Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need ample sunlight, good drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.

Product Size

3.5" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

Bloom Color

Green Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Filtered / Partial Sun

Maximum Height

9"-12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Hanging / Trailing

Special Characteristic

Pet Safe, Slow Grower

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THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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3 years ago
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
It is in a 3.5" diameter pot.
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3 years ago
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
Hello there!

I am happy to report that these are safe for both dogs and cats! In fact, most, if not all, species of Peperomia are safe and many of these plants make lovely houseplants, including string of turtles.
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3 years ago
I want a long plant. See more »
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
The largest size of string of turtles we sell is in a 3.5" pot. The plants themselves are variable but get no more than 4 or 5 inches across. Sorry about that!
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3 years ago
Your description just says "large" what size is that? See more »
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
The pot is 3.5" in diameter. All of our [large] plants should have a pot size listed down in the Product Details.
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2 years ago
is the string of turtles a succulent or like the string of hearts? See more »
2 years ago  •  Staff Answer
The leaves of String of Turtles are a bit more succulent than those of String of Hearts. But all of these "String of..." succulents have such slender stems that they tend to need more frequent water than your average succulent.
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3 years ago
I love the string of turtles that I received from you, it's perfect! However, the leaves are a lime green with very little "veining" rather than the darker green leaf with lighter green pattern that gives them the turtle shell appearance that's so popular. Are there different types of string of turtles? Is the lime green leaf something I can change with more sunlight, less sunlight, a different watering schedule? See more »
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
The first two places my mind goes when I hear about succulents who's leaves have lightened in color are root rot and light issues. Fortunately though, I doubt root rot is the issue because the plant seems to be growing well! If its leaves start turning yellow and it starts losing leaves easily get back to me ASAP!

It could be an issue of needing more light. Lots of succulents darken their colors in response to increased light and, although string of turtles needs little light, an extra hour or two of light may help it get those classic string of turtles colors.

String of turtles actually likes a little bit more fertilizer than most succulents do and it could be fading due to a lack of nutrients. You'll want to use a lower nitrogen fertilizer (somewhere around a 5-10-10 NPK ratio) at a fairly low concentration. Just be safe, so as to not burn the leaves, only fertilize in the spring and summer months.
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2 years ago
2 years ago  •  Staff Answer
Keeping the temperature roughly around 70°F is best for string of turtles.
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2 years ago
I'm wondering for a friend who might like this in her office. Thank you. See more »
2 years ago  •  Staff Answer
This particular plant wouldn't do very well. It may survive but it won't develop its best colors and it probably won't thrive without a grow light. Your best bet for a low-light room are these Gasteria, but all the plants at the link below do very well in office settings.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/shad...
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1 year ago
1 year ago  •  Staff Answer
Yes. Peperomia prostrata is from Ecuador and, like many other Peperomia, it does appreciate humidity.
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3 years ago
3 years ago  •  Staff Answer
Click the link below to see all of our full sun trailing succulents. Please note that in the hottest conditions, you will have to water more than you would normally.
Source: https://mountaincrestgardens.com/hang...
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“Great buy”
August 13, 2024 by Ellen J. (Indiana, United States)
“The arrived very well packaged and in great health. I absolutely love my straight turtles!”
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Beautiful plant!
July 30, 2024 by Sharon (AZ, United States)
“My String of Turtles was carefully wrapped and arrived in perfect condition. Although the plant is young, the pot is abundant with new growth! I can’t wait to see it develop. Thank you!”
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May 22, 2024 by Sherry B. (United States)
“Love my string of turtles my plant is beautiful look just like the picture .. mountain crest Garden thank U.. shipping was fast, plants was in perfect condition”