The Happy Bean
Peperomia ferreyrae features a bean shaped foliage from which it gets it’s name ‘Happy Bean’. Peperomia ferreyrae ‘Happy Bean’ peperomia is known to be a semi succulent plant which has a capacity to store little quantities of water in it that helps the plant survive during the dry season and makes them less demanding for water. Happy bean features numerous thick bean shaped leaves that are curved, pointed and apple green in color. Leaves of Peperomia ferreyrae carries a translucent window on the top through which light enters and the plant carries out photosynthesis. Happy bean plants are known to grow up to 1ft. tall and 30cm in diameter.
TruKisan’s Healthy Plant Guide
Sunlight
Expose the plant to morning sunlight for 3 to 6 hours. Make sure to protect the plant from direct harsh sunlight as it may damage its foliage.
Manure Application
During the main growing season feed the plant with organic manure once a month. Loosen the topsoil so it can uptake nutrients and moisture easily.
Re-potting
When a plant outgrows from its current pot, re-pot the plant late evening and keep it in a shady area for 2 to 3 days. Then you can move the plant to its suitable climatic condition.
Watering
Water when topsoil i.e., 1-3 inches, feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly during the summer season and moderately in the winter and rainy seasons.
Soil
Make sure to well drain the soil and ensure that it is fertile rich in organic content.
Temperature & Harvest
Maintain the temperature between 10 to 25 degrees Celsius. You can harvest its leaves when they grow well and look fleshy.
Plant Protection
Get rid of the dead, infected, or damaged plant parts and dispose of them away from the planting area.
Plant Safety
Keep it away from small children, pets, extremely cold and hot areas. Avoid over-watering the plant especially when the pot does not have any drainage holes.
General Info
| Common Name | Peperomia ferreyrae, happy bean, |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 1ft. |
| Bloom Time | Rare |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
| Sunlight | Natural sunlight is recomended |
| Soil | Soil that is rich in nutrients and well drained is recommended. |
| Temperature | 10 to 25 degree Celsius. |
| Fertilizer | Any organic fertilizer. We recommend using TruKisan’s organic fertilizers for best results. |
Initial Plant Care After Unboxing
Follow these steps for at least 1-2 weeks after receiving the plant at your location:
- Keep the plant in natural or indirect bright light.
- Poke your finger or a small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
- Water when topsoil i.e., 1 to 3 inches feels dry to touch.
- Do not re-pot the plant for a minimum of 2 weeks after receiving it.
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