{"product_id":"peperomia-albovittata-piccolo-banda","title":"Peperomia albovittata ‘Piccolo Banda’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis compact cultivar features silvery green, heart shaped leaves accented by deep green to burgundy veins and reddish stems. Its textured foliage forms a neat mound, making it a charming choice for shelves and smaller spaces. The species is native to Ecuador and belongs to the pepper family. Slender flower spikes occasionally rise above the foliage, adding another quirky detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide bright, indirect light. Avoid intense direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow the top half of the soil to dry before watering thoroughly. Drain excess water completely, as the fleshy stems and delicate roots are sensitive to overwatering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🪴 Soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a loose, airy potting mix amended with perlite or pumice and fine orchid bark. Good drainage is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Fertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed monthly during active growth with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Reduce feeding when growth slows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🔄 Repotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepot when roots fill the container, usually every two to three years. Choose a pot only slightly larger with drainage holes, and avoid burying the crown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐾 Toxicity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-Toxic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amaranto Growers","offers":[{"title":"4 inch","offer_id":67750105415853,"sku":"peppiccbv004","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0060\/3565\/files\/65AF3249-B986-41BA-84B6-0D9C636D8A9D_1_201_a.jpg?v=1793291342","url":"https:\/\/sarahcottaplants.com\/products\/peperomia-albovittata-piccolo-banda","provider":"SarahCotta Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}