String of Turtles

🐢 STRING OF TURTLES (Peperomia prostrata)

Tiny turtles, trailing vines, maximum cuteness. String of Turtles is a charming trailing plant known for its small, round leaves covered in intricate patterns that look like tiny turtle shells. Compact and slow-growing, it’s perfect for shelves, hanging planters, and small spaces that need a little extra personality.

Why you'll love it:
• Adorable turtle shell-patterned leaves 🐢
• Beautiful trailing growth habit
• Compact and perfect for small spaces
• Pet-friendly 🌿
• Unique foliage that looks good from every angle

Care Instructions:

☀️ Light: Bright indirect light. Can tolerate medium light, but brighter indirect light encourages fuller growth and more defined leaf patterns.

💧 Water: Water when the top 1-2" of soil feels dry. Avoid keeping the soil constantly wet, as String of Turtles is sensitive to overwatering.

💦 Humidity: Average household humidity is usually fine, but moderate humidity encourages happy, healthy growth.

🏡 Indoor/Outdoor: Best grown indoors. Can be grown outdoors in warm, humid climates in a protected location with bright, filtered light.

🐾 Pet Safe: Yes. Non-toxic to cats and dogs.

🌱 Fertilizing: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced houseplant fertilizer diluted to half strength. Reduce feeding during fall and winter.

Plant Parent Pro Tip:
Those tiny leaves can hold a surprising amount of moisture, so don't treat your String of Turtles like a moisture-loving tropical plant. Check the soil before watering and give it plenty of bright indirect light to keep the vines full and happy. 🐢🌿✨