{"product_id":"calathea-calathea-fasciata","title":"Calathea - Calathea fasciata","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalathea fasciata\u003c\/em\u003e is a compact tropical foliage plant with large, rounded, very glossy leaves striped in light and dark green, and deep maroon beneath. It grows about 40cm tall and 50cm wide, which suits a bright room, a shaded patio or a frost free tropical border. Like all calatheas, it wants warmth, humidity and shade rather than sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold stripes on a glossy leaf.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light and dark green stripes run across each rounded leaf, and the polished surface catches the light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA maroon reverse.\u003c\/strong\u003e The underside is deep maroon, so the plant shows two colours as the leaves move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and tidy.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 40cm by 50cm it fits a shelf, a side table or the edge of a shaded bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHappy in shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an understorey plant, so it brightens the shady spots where flowering plants struggle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle on pets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Calatheas are not considered toxic to cats and dogs, so it suits homes with animals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoors.\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright room away from direct sun, heaters and draughts is ideal. Choose a pot with drainage holes and stand it where you can reach it for regular misting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded patios and balconies.\u003c\/strong\u003e In warm climates, a pot in bright shade gives a lush foliage feature, as long as temperatures stay above 15C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical understorey beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e In frost free gardens, plant 40cm apart under trees or beside a shaded wall to build a glossy ground layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Calathea fasciata in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade or bright indirect light. It needs temperatures over 15C and enjoys humidity, so outdoors it suits tropical and subtropical gardens only. Everywhere else, grow it indoors, or on a sheltered patio through the warm months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Moisture retaining soil or a good quality potting mix. A mix that holds water but still drains keeps the roots from drying out or sitting wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly through the first 12 weeks, and regularly once established. Mist when the air is dry, and wipe the leaves gently with a damp cloth to remove dust. Apply a nitrogen rich slow release fertiliser every three months for vibrant, healthy foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e No pruning is needed. Simply remove tired or damaged leaves at the base to keep the plant looking fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Calathea fasciata as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, in 140mm pots in packs of 10, in 200mm pots in packs of 6 and in 300mm pots singly. Tubes are the economical choice for a shaded bed, while the larger pots give a fuller plant straight away for a room or a patio. Keep the plant warm and out of cold draughts when it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTube stock comes from our grower and is not always available. When the tube shows as sold out, the grower has none ready at the moment, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/calathea\"\u003eBrowse the full calathea range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/house-indoor-plants\"\u003eHouse and indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pet-friendly-indoor-plants\"\u003ePet friendly indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/calathea-care-guide-australia\"\u003eCalathea care guide for brown edges and curling\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does Calathea fasciata grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 40cm tall and 50cm wide, so it stays small enough for a shelf or a side table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf edges going brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost always dry air or irregular watering. Mist regularly, keep the plant away from heaters and draughts, and water on a steady routine once it is established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need direct sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It prefers a shady spot with indirect light, and strong direct sun can bleach or scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790191231295,"sku":"CAL-FAS-tube","price":20.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790191296831,"sku":"CAL-FAS-140MM-P10","price":259.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67790191329599,"sku":"CAL-FAS-200MM-P6","price":382.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":67790191362367,"sku":"CAL-FAS-300MM","price":115.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/calathea-calathea-fasciata.jpg?v=1792195826","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/calathea-calathea-fasciata","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}