Calathea White Fusion care guide and plant profile
This brightly colored tropical plant creates a stunning lush focal point wherever it sits in your home
Our mix for this plant is 30 % potting mix, 30% succulent soil or coir and 30% perlite or pumas
Calatheas enjoy a light well draining soil
Use a well drained ceramic or plastic pot with a good drainage system
If you want to encourage faster growth choose a pot about 2 inches wider in diameter than the current pot
Calatheas enjoysindirect light for best leaf variegation and optimal growth
Shield the plant from strong direct light in summer south and west sunny windows
These plants love low mineral, soft acid water between 5.5 and 6 Ph
Hard water high in minerals and salts will burn the leaves
Water your Calathea when the soil is dry down an inch or so
Calatheas enjoy even moisture in the soil
These tropical plants enjoy humidity of 50 to 70%
Use a hygrometer next to your calathea to make sure you have enough humidity for them
They are very sensitive to watering troubles, be sure to learn how to properly water you Calathea
Calatheas require a regular fertilizing schedule
Apply a good quality fertilizer monthly through spring and summer at half dose
They are susceptible to fertilizer burn
For the best care your Calathea leaves enjoy occasional washing
This helps keep the stomata (leaf pores) open for plant respiration
Neem oil leaf shine and water is a good choice for leaf washing
Keep the leaves dust free
Calatheas are especially susceptible to spider mites
Be sure to care properly for your plant, inspect it regularly, and treat immediately if you see signs of pest activity
All calatheas are non toxic to humans and pets
Propagation is best done through root division
If the roots are heavily intertwined cut them as necessary with sharp sterile scissors or small pruners
Pot the two plant sections in separate pots
In 2 to 4 weeks the divisions should be settled and growing