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Variegated peperomia plants are beloved among New Zealand indoor gardeners for their eye-catching foliage and unfussy nature. Whether you’re a seasoned houseplant enthusiast or just starting your greening journey, these unique peperomias are a satisfying choice. Their distinctive variegated leaves, often splashed with cream, white, yellow, or pale green, make them ideal for brightening up desks, bookshelves, or windowsills. In this guide, we’ll explore some of the most popular variegated peperomia varieties, how to care for them, and where you can find them in New Zealand.

Coprosma kirkii 'Variegata' plants in pots.

Coprosma kirkii 'variegata'

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Coprosma kirkii 'Variegata' is a hardy NZ native groundcover shrub admired for its trailing habit and attractive variegated foliage of green edged with cream. This evergreen plant provides year round colour and texture while suppressing weeds and covering bare ground.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 25 cm
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native, Rock
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Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Variegata'

Pittosporum tenuifolium 'Variegata' is an attractive evergreen shrub renowned for its beautifully variegated foliage and elegant growth habit. The grey green leaves edged with creamy white provide year round colour and brightness, making this variety a standout feature in gardens and landscapes.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 3.50 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
Pittosporum 'Marjorie Channon' variegated foliage.
Pittosporum 'Marjorie Channon' (Kohuhu)

Pittosporum 'Marjorie Channon' is a popular evergreen shrub admired for its striking variegated foliage. Its green leaves are edged with creamy...

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Dianella 'Margaret Pringle' plant in a pot.
Dianella 'Margaret Pringle'

Dianella 'Margaret Pringle' bears spikes carrying delicate, blue flowers in spring, which are followed by small, blue berries in summer. These are...

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Viburnum tinus 'Variegatum'

Viburnum tinus 'Variegatum' is an attractive evergreen shrub prized for its cream and green variegated foliage that provides year round colour and...

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Acorus gramineus variegata plants growing in pots with green and cream foliage.
Acorus gramineus variegatus

Acorus gramineus variegatus, commonly known as Variegated Sweet Flag, is an attractive ornamental grass-like plant prized for its elegant green and...

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Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven' plant in a garden with variegated leaves and blue flowers.
Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven'

Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven' is a stunning perennial admired for its finely divided variegated foliage and clusters of soft lavender blue bell...

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Pittosporum eugenioides variegatum lush foliage.
Pittosporum eugenioides 'variegatum' (Variegated Tarata)

Pittosporum eugenioides 'variegatum', commonly known as Variegated Tarata, features slender, dark coloured stems which bear dark green leaves with a...

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Trachelospermum jasminoides variegatum white flowers and variegated leaves.
Trachelospermum jasminoides variegatum (Variegated Star Jasmine)

Trachelospermum jasminoides variegatum is a striking evergreen climber featuring glossy green leaves edged with creamy-white margins. In summer, it...

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Griselinia Variegata growing in a garden.
Griselinia littoralis variegata (Variegated Griselinia)

Griselinia littoralis variegata carries dark green leaves with a heavy cream edge. This fast-growing evergreen typically reaches 2 m in height and...

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Hemerocallis 'Golden Zebra' plant with yellow flowers.
Hemerocallis 'Golden Zebra'

Hemerocallis 'Golden Zebra' is a striking daylily admired for its golden yellow flowers and attractive variegated arching foliage. Flowering through...

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Acer palmatum 'Ukigumo'

Acer palmatum 'Ukigumo' is a rare and highly ornamental Japanese Maple treasured for its striking white and pink variegated foliage. Often called the...

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Acer 'Esk Sunset'

Acer 'Esk Sunset' is a stunning deciduous maple prized for its richly variegated foliage with green leaves flushed in pink, cream, and purple...

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Cornus controversa variegata (Wedding Cake Tree) specimen in a large garden.
Cornus controversa variegata

Cornus controversa variegata, commonly referred to as the Wedding Cake Tree, features tiered branches that bear leaves that are variegated cream and...

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Ophiopogon japonicus Silver Mist grass in a garden.
Ophiopogon 'Silver Mist' (Silver Mondo Grass)

Ophiopogon 'Silver Mist' is a dwarf silver Mondo Grass, and features fine, grass-like foliage that is variegated dark green and white. It typically...

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Buxus sempervirens variegata (Variegated Box) shrub with lush and colourful foliage.
Buxus sempervirens 'variegata'

Buxus sempervirens 'variegata' features small, mid-green leaves with cream-white edges on new growth, which age to become a darker green. It grows to...

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Acer palmatum 'Shirazz'

Acer palmatum 'Shirazz' is a stunning variegated Japanese Maple admired for its rich purple red foliage edged with soft pink. The colourful leaves...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

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Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow' plant with pink flowers and foliage variegated green and yellow.
Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow'

Beschorneria 'Flamingo Glow' is an architectural evergreen prized for its variegated sword like leaves washed with soft gold and green tones. In...

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Cordyline australis albertii plants with variegated foliage.
Cordyline albertii

Cordyline albertii (Variegated Cabbage Tree) is a striking evergreen tree admired for its bold green leaves edged with creamy white variegation. This...

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Variegated Monstera plant in a pot with cream and green foliage.
Monstera albo 'variegata'

The Albo Variegata Monstera, also known as the Variegated Monstera, is a striking indoor plant prized for its large, split leaves splashed with...

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Hedera 'Silver Variegata' dark green and cream variegated foliage.
Hedera 'Silver Variegated'

Hedera 'Silver Variegated' is a striking evergreen ivy with silvery-green leaves edged in creamy white. Its elegant variegation brightens shaded...

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Peperomia scandens 'Variegata'

Peperomia scandens 'Variegata' is an attractive trailing houseplant valued for its heart shaped green leaves edged with creamy white variegation. Its...

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Peperomia albo-marginata

Peperomia albo-marginata is an attractive compact houseplant valued for its glossy variegated foliage and easy care nature. The fleshy green leaves...

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Peperomia magnoliifolia variegata

Peperomia magnoliifolia variegata is a compact and attractive indoor plant valued for its thick, glossy leaves patterned with green and creamy white...

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Peperomia 'Watermelon'

Peperomia 'Watermelon' is a popular indoor plant known for its striking foliage that resembles the pattern of a watermelon rind. Its rounded leaves...

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Peperomia optipan bicolor plant.
Peperomia 'Obtipan Bicolor'

Peperomia 'Obtipan Bicolor' is a compact and attractive indoor plant valued for its glossy foliage with contrasting green and cream tones. Its neat...

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Peperomia clusiifolia plants with colourful foliage for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Peperomia clusiifolia

Peperomia clusiifolia is a compact and attractive indoor plant valued for its thick, glossy green leaves and tidy growth habit. Its fresh foliage and...

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Peperomia 'Tricolor'

Peperomia 'Tricolor' is a compact and colourful indoor plant prized for its attractive foliage combining shades of green, cream, and pink. Its fresh...

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Peperomia prostrata plant with creeping stems and colourful leaves.
Peperomia prostrata

Peperomia prostrata (String of Turtles) is a charming trailing houseplant admired for its small rounded leaves marked with intricate patterns that...

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Peperomia Burgundy indoor plant.
Peperomia 'Burgundy'

Peperomia 'Burgundy' is a compact and attractive indoor plant valued for its rich burgundy toned foliage and tidy growth habit. Its deep colouring...

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Peperomia 'Jade' (Trailing Jade Peperomia)

Peperomia 'Jade' is an attractive compact houseplant valued for its glossy green foliage, tidy habit, and easy care nature. The thick, fleshy leaves...

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Coprosma kirkii 'variegata'

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What is Variegated Peperomia?

Variegated peperomia refers to any Peperomia species that features leaves with multicoloured patterns, typically alongside green. This special coloration is due to a natural lack of chlorophyll in certain parts of the leaf. Popular choices like Peperomia scandens variegata (Cupid Peperomia), Peperomia magnoliifolia variegata (Peperomia Plant), and Peperomia albo-marginata (Peperomia Albo Marginata) all share these striking features. Their compact growth forms are a natural fit for small spaces, and their patterned leaves add character wherever they’re placed.

Popular Varieties of Variegated Peperomia

One of the most sought-after is Peperomia scandens variegata (Cupid Peperomia), loved for its heart-shaped, trailing leaves edged in creamy white. Another favourite, Peperomia magnoliifolia variegata (Peperomia Plant), offers chunky, waxy foliage marbled with yellow and green for a fresh look. The Peperomia albo-marginata (Peperomia Albo Marginata) stands out with its bold, white-edged leaves, perfect for modern living spaces.

There’s also Peperomia clusiifolia, featuring pinkish-red variegation, and the beautiful Peperomia tricolor, which displays a kaleidoscope of colours on each leaf. Each has its own light requirements and growth habit, giving you plenty of options to match your home or office.

How to Care for Variegated Peperomia

Variegated peperomia are known for being easy to grow, making them a top choice for busy plant lovers. They thrive in bright, indirect light, which keeps their variegation vibrant, but can tolerate lower light too. Overwatering is their main nemesis, so allow their soil to dry out between waterings—a well-draining mix is key.

Humidity in most New Zealand homes is usually enough, but they’ll appreciate a regular misting if things get especially dry. Feed with a houseplant fertiliser in spring and summer to keep them thriving. Most varieties are slow-growing and stay compact, needing only occasional repotting.

Where to Find Variegated Peperomia in New Zealand

At our plant nursery, you’ll find a curated range of variegated peperomia, including Peperomia scandens variegata (Cupid Peperomia), Peperomia magnoliifolia variegata (Peperomia Plant), Peperomia albo-marginata (Peperomia Albo Marginata), Peperomia clusiifolia, and Peperomia tricolor. Each variety is selected for quality and uniqueness, with expert advice to help you select the perfect plant for your space.

Add a Variegated Peperomia to Your Collection

Bring living art into your home with a variegated peperomia. Their unique leaves and easy-care nature are perfect for indoor plant lovers looking to add subtle, low-maintenance colour. Browse our selection and discover

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