Peperomia Chocolat 12cm

🌿 Peperomia ‘Chocolat’ Care Guide

The Peperomia ‘Chocolat’ is a small but striking plant with deep bronze-green, textured leaves that shimmer with a chocolatey hue. Compact and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for desks, shelves, or small spaces — adding a touch of moody elegance to your plant family.

☀️ Light

• Thrives in bright, indirect light for rich colour and compact growth

• Can handle medium light but may lose some depth of tone

• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch or fade the leaves

💧 Water

• Water when the top inch of soil feels dry

• Peperomias like to stay slightly dry between waterings

• Use a well-draining mix and never let it sit in water

🌫️ Humidity

• Prefers average household humidity

• Tolerates drier air well but enjoys the occasional mist

🍽️ Feeding

• Balanced liquid fertilizer every 6–8 weeks in spring and summer

• Skip feeding in autumn and winter

🌱 Quick Tips

• Great for smaller pots and decorative planters

• Wipe leaves gently to enhance their glossy texture

• Pet-safe — non-toxic to cats and dogs 🐾

💡 Big Plant Lad Wisdom

The Chocolat Peperomia is as delicious-looking as its name suggests — dark, velvety leaves with rippling texture that catch the light beautifully. It’s a tiny plant with big, luxurious energy.