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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    January 11, 2022
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    You can plant them together, but I would go with an 8 or 10 inch pot. Those are beauties.

    They need well draining potting soil so you can add some sand to help. They like bright, indirect light and high humidity. Let the soil dry out between waterings. They are supposed to be an easy plant and are pet friendly. Fertilize monthly when actively growing but not in winter.

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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    January 16, 2022
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    Here are some things you can try: Make sure you are watering enough; they like moist soil. Also, change to distilled water. Tap water contains additives like chlorine, fluoride, salts, and minerals that your plant may be sensitive to. Also increase the humidity by misting the leaves or adding a pebble tray beneath. You also can tidy up the plant by removing any dead, damaged or brown leaves.

    Here is more:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/calathea-plants/peacock-plant-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    August 31, 2022
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    This is likely to due improper watering, and inadequate root space. I would put that into a larger pot, and make sure to allow the soil to dry out down to about 1/3 of the way down into the container between waterings.

    This article is for its close cousin, but it has the exact same care:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/calathea-plants/calathea-zebra-houseplant.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    September 1, 2022
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  • Answered by
    GKH_Susan on
    March 20, 2024
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    I see a key piece of information... Repotting... Once you repot your plant, that soil will not be colonized by roots. This will mean that it takes longer to dry out, and will cause disease faster. Until the roots colonize that portion of the soil, I would water less than usual. You might even wait until the leaves droop, slightly, to water. Unfortunately, your photos did not come through, so I am unable to see the damage in question. I do suspect damage from overly wet soils, deeper in the container. Be sure to use a fungicide, just in case, as it can help prevent issues, as well.

    his collection of articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/calathea-plants

    This will help you with fungicide use:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm

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