White Fusion
Calathea spp.
Calathea
Light Details
Keep in a bright room with lots of ambient light. Best placement is near an east window or a few feet back from a south/west window behind a sheer curtain. Rotate every 1 to 2 weeks for even growth and avoid harsh midday sun unless the plant is known to take more light.
Watering Details
Keep the mix lightly moist and do not let it dry hard. Water when the surface just begins to dry. Check the potting mix before watering. In most homes this means watering when the top 1 to 2 inches feel dry, then watering thoroughly until excess drains out. Empty cachepots and saucers so roots are not left sitting in water.
Humidity Details
Aim for 60%+ humidity if possible. A humidifier, cabinet, or grouping with other plants helps more than occasional misting. Keep the plant away from heater vents and cold drafts.
Soil Details
Use a moisture-retentive but airy mix built around coco coir or peat with added perlite. The goal is even moisture without turning dense or muddy.
Temperature
Keep warm, stable, and draft-free—ideally 65 to 80°F.
Feeding Details
Feed monthly in spring and summer and keep humidity elevated for best leaf quality.
Grooming / Training
Trim off crisp leaves at the base and keep leaves clean. Distilled, rain, or filtered water can reduce edge burn in sensitive varieties.
Repotting
Repot every 1 to 2 years into fresh airy mix.
Common Issues
Brown edges usually mean dry air, hard water, or inconsistent watering. Curling leaves often mean the plant is thirsty or stressed by low humidity.
Seasonal Notes
In winter, growth slows but humidity still matters.
What Not To Do
Do not place near vents, radiators, or cold glass.
Safety Details
Pet Friendly. This entry is marked pet safe in your source file.
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