calathea

This gorgeous tropical foliage houseplant is a relative of the prayer plant but with larger, oblong to oval, showier leaves variegated in several hues of green, white, silver, pink and purple with deep purple undersides. Makes an excellent table top plant. Shop Calathea varieties available now.

Grow in medium, indirect lighting 6-8’ from a sunny window, middle of a bright room, or in 12-14 hours of fluorescent lighting. Prefers cool to average household temperatures, 60°-70°F. Keep soil evenly moist to slightly dry. Supply extra humidity by setting on a shallow tray of moistened pebbles. Feed with Osmocote or Miracle-Gro April-September.