Calathea picturata Argentea / Silver Variegated Calathea / Prayer Plant
Large paddle shaped silver leaves edged with dark green and beautifully contrasting purple stems and leaf backs. Striking plant that is safe for your pets and small people.
Pot diameter: 17cm | Height: 50cm
£18.00
Out of stock
How to care for your Calathea
LIGHT: Medium to bright indirect light, some early morning and/or evening sun is fine but avoid strong direct sun.
WATERING: Likes to be slightly moist at all times. Avoid waterlogging but also do not allow to dry out completely.
HUMIDITY: Enjoys humidity but will tolerate average home environments, avoid drying heat or cold draughts. Humidity can be increased by pebble trays, grouping with other plants or a humidifier.
TEMPERATURE: Enjoys warmth of 15-28°C. Avoid draughts.
FEEDING: Liquid houseplant feed as instructions on bottle during spring and summer. In autumn and winter feed less and only if plants continue to actively grow.
GROWTH: Upright. Average growth rate. Can reach up to 60cm in height.
TOXICITY: Safe for pets and people.
OTHER: Use a soft damp cloth to clean leaves or give plant an occasional gentle tepid spray down to remove dust.
