Freddie Calathea

Freddie is easy to grow once you get the hang of things. The Calathea Freddie is also known as a Calathea Concinna or a Prayer Plant. The broad leaves come to a point and feature alternating light- and dark-green stripes. The foliage folds up during the night and lays flat during the day,Best Locations For Growing Freddie CalatheaFreddie Calathea needs increased moisture to look its best. This plant will do best in a bathroom, kitchen, or any area with increased moisture in the air. You can still welcome Freddie into an area with limited moisture, but use a pebble tray with water or a humidifier to make this plant feel at home.Freddie Calathea Sunlight RequirementsMedium indirect light is best for Calathea Freddie. Direct sunlight will dry out and burn the delicate foliage, while limited light may reduce growth. Freddie Calathea CareWater is an essential part of Freddie Calathea care. Consistently moist soil and high humidity are a must for this stunner. A naturally humid environment is a good fit for this plant, but Freddie can live in drier climates with increased care and attention.Watering Freddie CalatheaWater the Calathea Freddie when the top layer of soil is just slightly moist. This beauty does not like to dry out completely but also does not tolerate water-logged soil. Feel the soil to determine the ideal time to water.Feeding Freddie CalatheaFeeding your Calathea Freddie helps it push out lovely leaves. Fertilize using a balanced, water-soluble plant food every two weeks. Only fertilize Calathea during spring and summer when the plant is actively growing.

Freddie Calathea InformationLight Exposure: Bright Indirect LightCare Requirements: MediumWatering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out.

Pet Friendly: YesKid Friendly: YesAir Purifier: LowHabit: UprightGrowth Rate: Moderate to FastMature Height: 2-3 feetMature Spread: 6 inchesFlowering: YesFlower Color(s): WhiteFlower Shade/Description: WhiteFragrant: Foliage Type: VariegatedFoliage Color(s): GreenFoliage Description: Green, VariegatedTemperature: 60 - 77F (16 - 25C)Humidity: 75% Or AboveCommon Name: Freddie CalatheaOther Name(s): Peacock Plant, Zebra PlantScientific Name: Calathea concinna 'Freddie'Plant Type: House Plant