{"product_id":"julia-peacock-plant-calathea-sanderiana-julia","title":"Julia Peacock Plant - Calathea sanderiana 'Julia'","description":"\u003cp\u003eJulia Peacock Plant (\u003cem\u003eCalathea sanderiana\u003c\/em\u003e 'Julia') is a rose painted calathea with strongly patterned leaves. Broad, dark green leaves carry a silvery band around the edge, a bright pink central stripe and a deep maroon underside, and the plant grows 50cm to 60cm tall. It is a shade lover for rooms, sheltered patios and frost free tropical gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePainted leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e A broad silvery band follows the edge of each dark green leaf, with a bright pink stripe down the middle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA maroon underside.\u003c\/strong\u003e The back of the leaf is deep maroon, so the colour shows when the leaves lift and move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves that move.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature leaves fold up at night, and new ones unfurl from the centre of the plant, so it changes through the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA good size for a floor pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 50cm to 60cm tall it suits a side table, or a pot on the floor beside a sofa.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Calatheas are not considered toxic to cats and dogs.\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 Place it in a bright room out of direct sun, away from heaters and cold draughts. A saucer of pebbles and water beneath the pot adds a little humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded patios in warm climates.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot in bright shade makes a rich foliage feature, provided nights stay above 15C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropical accent planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e In a frost free garden, plant 45cm apart in shaded beds as an accent among ferns and other foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Julia Peacock Plant in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A shady spot with indirect sunlight. It needs temperatures over 15C and enjoys humidity, so it lives outdoors in tropical and subtropical gardens and indoors or on a sheltered patio elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It prefers moisture retaining soil or a good quality potting mix. Make sure excess water can drain away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during the first 12 weeks and regularly once established. Mist when the air is dry, and wipe the leaves gently with a damp cloth to free them of dust. A nitrogen rich slow release fertiliser every three months keeps the foliage vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e No pruning is required. Trim off the odd tired or damaged leaf at the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Julia Peacock Plant as tube stock only: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives small, with young leaves, and grows toward its 50cm to 60cm height over a season of warm weather. Keep it warm and sheltered while it settles, and pot it up in a moisture retaining mix soon after it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur tube stock is supplied by our grower, so it is not always in stock. If the tube option reads sold out, the grower has none ready, and the notify button on this page sends you an email the day it returns.\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\"\u003eMore calatheas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/calathea-care-guide-australia\"\u003eCalathea care guide for Australian homes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/indoor-plant-tips-for-beginners\"\u003eIndoor plant tips for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do the leaves fold up at night?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is normal behaviour for a mature plant. The leaves close at night and open again in the morning, which is why calatheas are often called prayer plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do new leaves appear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey unfurl from a central growing point, so you will see a tight roll emerge and slowly open into a full leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a fussy plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has clear needs: warmth above 15C, humidity, indirect light and regular water. Meet them and it is dependable. Dry air and cold draughts are what cause brown edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790191690047,"sku":"CAL-SAN-JULIA-tube","price":20.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/julia-peacock-plant-calathea-sanderiana-julia.jpg?v=1792195835","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/julia-peacock-plant-calathea-sanderiana-julia","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}