Grow Your Own Calathea Peacock Plant at Home

Keep the air moist for your Calathea to mimic its tropical home. Happy humidity equals happy leaves!

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Treat your plant to a watering routine with tepid water.

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Pair your Calathea with plant pals to create a little ecosystem of humidity—they'll boost each other's spirits!

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Mist your Calathea regularly to keep its leaves dewy and fresh—think of it as a quick tropical shower.

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Bright but indirect light will make your Calathea's leaves dance without getting a sunburn.

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Feed your Calathea nitrogen-rich food for growth, and watch those leaves spread out in gratitude.

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Steer clear of fluoride—use filtered or rainwater to keep your Calathea's leaves from browning.

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Opt for a pot that breathes and drains well, just like the Calathea's natural, airy environment.

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Propagate your Calathea to share its beauty. It's like sending out pieces of your garden to friends and family.

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