Calatheas (recently reclassified as Goeppertia) are gorgeous but can be fussy. If you are up for trying them, some will have more patience with your mishaps. Others might be the challenge you want. They grow large, sensitive leaves from horizontal stems called rhizomes. The challenge with this group is mimicking their native tropical rainforest habitat. The more…
The Calathea White Star (Geoppertia Majestica) is arguably one of the most beautiful Calathea varieties. It has intricate, elongated leaves and white striped variegation that occasionally gets a blush of pink. The appearance of the Calathea White Star may be intimidating, but they are not too difficult to care for. They will flourish as long…
Calathea Freddie (also known as Calathea Mirabilis, Goeppertia Mirabilis, or Calathea Concinna) is unique among other Calatheas in appearance and care needs. While Calatheas are not typically beginner-friendly plants, the Calathea Freddie is a great choice for people looking to try caring for Calatheas as it tends to be hardier than other Calathea varieties. All About Calathea Freddie…
If you have been wondering which pot is best for Calatheas, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll go through common types of houseplant pots and whether or not they are suitable for Calatheas. We’ll also highlight what you should look for when choosing a pot for your Calathea from sizing to depth. Calatheas are…
Calathea Dottie (also known as Calathea Roseopicta “Dottie” or Goeppertia Roseopicta “Dottie”) is a beautiful and unique Calathea variety characterized by its rounded, dark green leaves and bright pink variegation. While their appearance may contribute to the belief that Calathea Dottie is tough to care for, they have very similar needs to all broad-leaved Calathea varieties….
One of the most common complaints from Calathea owners is that even if the plant is otherwise surviving just fine, there may be some brown patches on the very tip of the leaf or along the outer edges of the leaf. While brown edges & tips can be a symptom of a more significant, urgent…
If your Calathea is unhappy, it will curl its leaves subtly or completely fold over into a loop. This is often a warning sign before the problem worsens and may develop yellow or brown leaves. Your Calathea’s leaves are most likely curling because it is dehydrated, either due to being underwatered, receiving too much light,…
Setting your Calathea up for success with the right soil mix will save you a lot of frustration and crispy tips in the long run. Calatheas are known to be difficult houseplants, but many common problems people struggle with stem from choosing the incorrect Calathea soil type. Calatheas prefer to live in moist soil, so…
Calatheas are known for their lush foliage with stunning and ornate patterns, so it can be disappointing and concerning if their leaves turn yellow. The most likely reason your Calathea’s leaves turn yellow is underwatering or overwatering. Still, there could be other reasons that your Calathea may develop yellow leaves, from humidity issues, fungal infections,…
Spider mites are the most common pest you can find on your Calathea and can be the most destructive. Discovering a spider mite outbreak may leave you feeling helpless or overwhelmed, especially if your Calathea is already showing signs of going downhill. If you want to save your Calathea and prevent them from spreading to…