COMPREHENSIVE PEPEROMIA POLYBOTRYA CARE GUIDE

Open me up for some time stamps! 👇
Characteristics & natural habitat: 01:26
Lighting: 03:44
Temperatures: 04:47
Watering (underwatering & its consequences): 05:29
Soil & repotting: 07:34
Maintenance: 08:36
Growth: 09:48
Propagation: 10:42
Pests: 11:32
Die back & Humidity: 12:52
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[@jessypotplants]

Hey guys! So good to see you again - hope your week has gotten off to a good start! I'm finding these daily uploads are challenging me but its a good challenge! its definitely kept me disciplined and also made me prioritise and organise things better. I hope you guys are enjoying the videos - let me know if the houseplant tips are getting boring - happy to take in suggestions for next videos as well! Please let me know!

[@annouymess]

Can totally appreciate that daily videos would be super challenging! And not that I would want to add pressure, in fact I only say this to share my appreciation, but I was at the shops today when I remembered that I'd have another video of yours to look forward to later tonight! I'm going through some awful stuff with one of my roommates at the moment and it is really taking a toll on my mental health, so I must let you know how helpful and therapeutic I am finding your videos at the moment. So very much appreciated. I know I have mentioned this before, but I really do love listening to you talk! So calming and gentle, not too loud and in your face like so many other content creators seem to get to stuck in! Just, Ahh, so appreciative right now :)

[@jessypotplants]

Oh mate I'm so sorry you're going through something terrible and I'm super sorry that it's taken a week for me to respond to your message :( I hope you've had a better week this week and if you're in Sydney - I hope you had some time out to do something you enjoy. Sending you lots of love and hoping you're able to find a solution to your roommate situation. I really appreciate you taking the time and sharing this - not to mention just watching my videos regularly! It really means a lot - I'm feeling so appreciative right now! I'm sorry I haven't uploaded for the past 2 days :( will make it up with a double upload this week!!! please take care of yourself and let me know if there's anything i can do!

[@annouymess]

@@jessypotplants Oh thank you so much for your kindness. And please don't apologise for not uploading or replying straight away, totally get how life gets in the way of the things we love! Things haven't resolved yet but should do within the next day or so. Thanks again for your kind words and support!

[@NerdyKathi]

So glad to find another Aussie, just not enough Australian plant content on KZbin. 🙂 This was an excellent video on caring for the polybotrya. I have one as well, which I keep indoors. Initially I was a little meh about it, but it has definitely grown on me, and it grows like crazy, though it's leaves haven't reached the size of yours. The only thing I can add is another way of knowing if the plant is thirsty is she droops, or her leaves become soft, not as firm. Oh and she loves, loves Seasol.

[@jessypotplants]

Hey Kathi! Sorry for the late reply but thank you so much for your lovely comment - I really appreciate it! Same feelings I had with my polybotra until one day when I looked over and she had grown so much! Oh thanks so much for the seasol tip! Good to know that they enjoy it!

[@leroylewis1115]

i guess Im pretty off topic but do anybody know a good site to stream new movies online?

[@dannybishop872]

@Leroy Lewis I would suggest Flixzone. You can find it on google =)

[@ameerjack1329]

@Danny Bishop Definitely, been using FlixZone for since march myself :)

[@leroylewis1115]

@Danny Bishop Thanks, I signed up and it seems like a nice service :D I really appreciate it !

[@judylee3288]

This is one of my favorite Peperomia! I have her in my bathroom and it’s thriving in winter. Peperomia sp. is the best

[@jessypotplants]

Bathroom would be a great place to keep one of these!! I was actually thinking of getting a second one!

[@DaveCordova]

I just got my Polybotrya today and I am so excited! Thank you for this video.

[@jessypotplants]

youre welcome David! Enjoy your new polybotrya!!

[@lyzelaimee5711]

You have such a nice voice to listen to

[@temptationwins]

So nice listening to you! I like to turn these videos on and get some things done around my house. It keeps me going since my work has recalled me to work at 3am everyday (ouch). Great job committing to these daily uploads!

[@jessypotplants]

Aw! so pleased you enjoy my videos! I really apreciate it! Oh man 3am! I hope you get some good rest during the day and hopefully you're not working through the long weekend! Thank you! I did fall off the bandwagon for the past 2 days but it was a good lesson in understanding what I was prioritising instead of the videos!

[@theplantypants2461]

You have the most BEAUTIFUL smile. It’s so genuinely bright. ♥️♥️

[@Dollsanity]

Excellent video. I got one yesterday and needed care info.

[@janetshepherd9062]

Thanks so much. I needed this information!

[@marygrew4341]

My polybotra is pretty leggy too! I don’t know if it’s due to watering issues or lack of light but it sure is a forgiving plant! 🌱

[@jessypotplants]

it is isnt it! the leaves on mine started to get super big but it toppled over in the wind and damaged some of them 😭😭

[@twistysunshine]

Ooo, I'll have to save this video for when I get my hands on this guy. It's a lovely plant!

[@jessypotplants]

Let me know when you do get one Twisty!!

[@karenhedrick1]

Hello! Jessy! I just subscribed to your channel. I enjoyed reading your fan’s comments and your replies. I loved your video and the content. I am from USA, near Atlanta. Keep up good work🙂🥰

[@rand66666]

Thanks for the details!

[@jessypotplants]

most welcome! :)

[@plantsandpiggies7758]

Thanks Jess for your hard work. I'm actually loving your in-depth help with individual plants, and a tour of your Dad's backyard garden would be great or update on the plants you keep outside (under your balcony) I was so mad at myself because last week I accidentally overwatered my polybotrya. It's in a cover pot and a little bit of water left at the bottom! I'll check it more carefully next time.

[@jessypotplants]

Aw thanks so much for the feedback love! I'm hoping it stops raining the next couple of days to film it (hopefully I can convince my dad to come on camera as well!) Aww I'm sure the little guy is ok! i feel like you're super attentive with your plants so it would be in super safe hands!

[@AbiBloomUK]

This is really helpful thank you. I found a variegated version which I’ve never seen before so I’m hoping I can keep him happy. His leaves are currently very soft and not succulent like, so I think I’ve left it too long to water it but I’m sure it’ll bounce back now I’ve watered it. It was only watered about 5 days ago so it’s clearly a very thirsty plant. 🙃

[@jessypotplants]

Hey Abi! Pleased you found this helpful! Wow I've never come across a variegated one before!! what an amazing find. I appreciate how the leaves curl to let you know it needs watering (good visual cue!)

[@penniemclaughlin3461]

Why do some of my peperomia leaves have bumps on them?

[@aperez0167]

I just got mine in the mail from Etsy about a week ago and it arrived pretty good but now I did notice the bumps on some of the leaves coming out. What is it and what can I do to fix it?

[@chanidadhooghe6965]

great video :)

[@kokobean240]

Very thorough,thanks for sharing. New subbie

[@laurenward973]

Subscribing because you're from Sydney!!! Wohoo same

[@davidczar2978]

So I've made a stupid mistake of overwintering one of my plants, got 3 PEPEROMIA POLYBOTRYA, all doing well, with one of them losing two leaves due to yellowing, didn't realize there was a water build up in plant container, realized what a mistake i've made, removed excess water and plant should do well, all 3 of them have flowered and I keep them in my northern window I am keeping them on a window ledge now ,as it is late September and direct sunlight won't hurt them, but will move them indoors in late October. BTW my plants are growing fast, new branches and new leaves popping out fast.

[@verityc88]

Mine is a slow grower and not leggy. The leaves are actually really cramped in the center and couldn't spread out because they have short petioles. I tried stem propagation and it also did not grow any roots. :( But it is still one of my favorites.

[@jessypotplants]

Aw! Maybe next time more roots will grow! Your polybotrya sounds super cute!

[@heavenlysent4487]

Mine keeps dropping leaves why. Plz help

[@matzinca]

Just got mine and now repotting.. Hope it won't die as it was 5 days in the mail

[@jessypotplants]

Heya! Sorry for the late reply! How is your polybotrya?

[@matzinca]

@@jessypotplants some leaves are in pretty bad shape and got some powdery mildew. How do you water it? Does this need direct sun or not?

[@jessypotplants]

@@matzinca hmm - to get rid of the mildew spray it with some soapy water and neem oil if you have some consistently for the next couple of days. I water it by completely saturating the pot. No direct sunlight - just some bright indirect light for about 4-5 hrs of day is good

[@carolyndobson9264]

I know about the water Jess ! I killed mine with overwatering ☹️

[@jessypotplants]

Hi Carolyn! sorry for the late reply! oh no! but no worries! a good learning for your next polybotrya!

[@carolyndobson9264]

jessypotplants all good Jess 😊

[@e-k8698]

Hi, I love your videos! they are very informative and I really enjoyed watching and learning. I've always wanted this plant and finally got one a week ago, at 6:53 it was mentioned about leaves folded up, I've noticed my leaves have started curling down (or backward), what can I do to fix it? I'm having trouble finding solutions for it😥.

[@jessypotplants]

Hey E-K! Sorry for the late reply but thanks so much for the lovely comment - I really appreciate it! How is your watering schedule for the plant? I find that unless you've got a good watering schedule (i don't have the best) the leaves dont come out all nice and flat but a bit curled

[@wayoo1090]

Thank you so much😍.

[@GonjaGrowinGirl]

How do you tell the difference between a pelea peperomiodes and the Teardrop Peperomia? They look identical to me!!??

[@hhuang2620]

Mine has grown to be about 2ft tall but I find that it’s too heavy and cannot stand upright. I have orchid sticks clipped on to each main stem to keep it upright. Any suggestions?

[@premnathdivakaran6567]

Hi Jessy I have got the plant and its been indoors but now the leaves are droopy and i dont know what to do. I have watered it. I am in sydney and its cold in the mornings . do i put it put a couple of hours when the sun is out. Thanks ,Sheena

[@shuhaidahnoh]

hello, hv you ever prpagate this plant bfore? bcs mine was kinda like grow well but i want to propagate but dunno how. either it can propagate from leaves or the stem and nods.

[@jessypotplants]

Heya! no not yet - but you can propagate by taking a stem with a leaf on it and sticking it in a propagation vessel with water. I think the roots start to form in 5-7 weeks. Hope this helps!

[@karokaro7902]

Hi, what is the reason for the brown spots on the leaves? I can see your plant has some and mine is actually getting more of them

[@jessypotplants]

Hey Karo, I find mine gets in when the conditions are too wet!

[@Myu007]

My Poly gone a bit limpy, bottom leaves are bit soft, not succulent.. do you think under watering? I don't want to drown it either.. thanks

[@jessypotplants]

heya! suggest checking the roots to see if there is rot but there also may be a chance that it hasn't been watered for a while? My leaves droop when it hasn't been watered

[@Myu007]

@@jessypotplants Thanks for the reply, It was a bit too dry, after given it a good drink, took a day or two to bounce back.

[@shalycocozinho6752]

why do some leaves grow deformed? it seems like for no reason

[@zhafarina6571]

mine keep struggling to stay healthy, idk why are the leaves starting to curl and feel soft? Please help me 😭

[@jessypotplants]

aw im sorry to hear! do you have a regular watering schedule? the curling leaves sound like they dont get enough water

[@zhafarina6571]

@@jessypotplants I've tried the bottom watering method and thank god it works!! the leaves become hard again but the curling still happening.