Peacock Plant
Calathea makoyana
Pronunciation: ka-luh-THEE-uh
SKU #45279
| Description | An excellent indoor plant for low-light situations. The beautiful pattern on the leaves looks as though it was carefully painted. Happy with indirect bright light, but will also thrive with fluorescent lighting, making it a great choice for the office. This non-toxic plant is safe for pets. |
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| Light | Bright Indirect Light |
| Watering | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Prized for foliage |
| Mature Size | Can reach 2 ft. tall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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| Special Features | Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Houseplant |
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| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Care | Provide well-draining soil- regular potting mix or potting mix with sand. Does well with bright, indirect light. Do not expose to direct sun. Can also thrive with fluorescent lighting. Keep soil moist; water when top of soil is dry to the touch. Prefers humidity. Feed with a standard houseplant fertilizer during periods of growth. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: ALL
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Grow Indoors in All Zones
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.