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Shae.132

Could this plant be grown in a terrarium with magic potion isopods I have no clue what it is it’s very small I’m making a terrarium in a couple weeks with isopod soil and magic potions

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  1. Adrian

    It’s a pilea peperomia. I’m not sure about being in a terrarium with isopods, but they make great houseplants. I think a terrarium might be a bit too much humidity for it. Would you like some tips for caring for it? It might be small now, but with proper care they can really grow 😊

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    • Shae.132

      Yes please that would be amazing

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    • Adrian

      Well here’s some basics: 1. Peperomia are from the rainforests of southern Mexico and Central and South America, but they’re very hardy. Keep it away from drafty windows or vents. They do well in low light, but a south window (or very bright window that gets 7+ hours of light) is too bright for it, and will lighten or burn the leaves. A windowsill that gets at least 4 hours of sunlight is great for it. 2. Their biggest killers are root rot and edema, which often has to do with watering and temperature changes. Don’t leave it where it could get cold while the soil is wet, and don’t overwater it. Let the soil completely dry out between waterings, and if plants suggests to water it while the soil is still wet, use the snooze button or adjust the watering schedule in the plant’s custom settings.

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    • Adrian

      3. All of my peperomia are potted in a mix of 70% All-Purpose Mix with extra perlite and 30% cactus and succulent mix. I used Espoma exclusively with all my plants, but FoxFarm is a great brand for a base. Avoid using Miracle Grow soil for any of this as even their succulent soil isn’t well draining enough for this plant. I would recommend repotting it if the soil takes longer than Planta says it takes for it to dry out, or the roots show signs of rot (are dark and mushy, not light and firm) 4. They like being snug in their pots and getting root-bound, so its current pot size is good for it. If you’re gonna repot, just clean the pot, dry it, and reuse it. When roots start wrapping around the sides of the soil or poking out of the drainage holes, it’s likely becoming root-bound, which the plant enjoys, but make sure the roots are at least lightly covered with soil in the pot, especially at the bottom of the pot.

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    • Adrian

      5. The pilea in particular loves to create baby plants around it when it gets big enough, which you can gently separate by reducing the plant to its roots during repotting once they appear and giving their own pot or propagating in water or sphagnum moss. The little leaf I’m seeing in your photo looks to be a “mystery plant” that found its way into the soil. That’s very common with nursery plants, so don’t worry if it dies. It doesn’t mean your plant is sick. 6. They’re pretty low maintenance plants. I love anything in their obtusifolia variety in particular, as they’re as easy for me to care for as a cactus or jade plant. The biggest thing is to make sure the soil is completely dry before watering, getting enough sunlight, and not gonna get cold. As it’s getting colder in the coming months, try to prepare a spot for it that’ll keep it from a drafty windowsill or cold spot, but don’t put them over a heating vent either. Essentially, make sure it’s still getting some light (from a grow light, if you have to) in the winter, but not anywhere where it’ll get cold. 7. Don’t mist them. I know Planta says to, but don’t. Their leaves don’t like getting wet, and they usually don’t need to be cleaned like other houseplants. Insecticidal soap sprays and neem oil are safe to use on them, but avoid getting the leaves wet, and gently dry them with a paper towel if you ever do. 8. The last thing is to try to bottom water them, and use filtered water, not tap water. I’ve been told pilea can be sensitive to tap water, and if you’re new to bottom watering, look up “how to bottom water a plant” on YouTube. It’s very easy and will help the plant develop a stronger root system, as well as prevent overwatering and attracting pests to the top soil. That’s about it! You’ve got yourself a great new houseplant! Feel free to come back if you need any help with it later on. Good luck!

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    • Shae.132

      Thank you so much

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