-
Peperomia Golden Gate, or Peperomia Obtusifoliaone or Baby Rubber plant, is a wonderful houseplant for beginners, as it is resilient and very easy to care for. Golden Gate is a bushy plant with thick red stems and waxy leaves in emerald green and golden yellow.
Native to Florida, Mexico, and the Caribbean, this is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 12 inches. Despite its small size, Peperomia Golden Gate scores a spot on the top list of air-purifying houseplants, as it is very effective in cleaning indoor air.
Its compact, upright-spreading nature and low light demand make it perfect for indoor and shady spots. Peperomia obtusifolia is a perfect adornment for any decor style.
Golden Gate blooms spikes of white flowers during the growing season (Spring/Summer).
-
Peperomias prefer moderate light conditions, can grow in shady places, and do well under fluorescent lights. Avoid scorching direct sunlight.
This plant is mildly drought-tolerant and needs watering once a week in the summer. Water less in the winter (once every 10-14 days). Do not water the foliage.
This plant loves well-drained, porous potting soil that can retain some moisture.
Ideal temperature: 60 to 75 °F( 16 to 24 °C). Save the plant from cold winds, drifts, and temperatures below 50 °F(10 °C). Peperomia enjoys raised humidity levels but most of the time it does just fine in normal household conditions.
Fertilize once a month with diluted general houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer.
This plant is non-toxic.
-
USDA Zone 10-12
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
All of our product images on our website and social media visuals are proudly and originally produced by our team. We pour a lot of care and creativity into capturing the beauty of our plants, and these images are a true reflection of our passion for greenery. We’ve noticed several websites and online marketplace sellers using our original images without permission. This is image theft. If you see our images elsewhere, please know they’re being used without our consent. For the best quality and authenticity, always shop with us directly.