Calathea Rufibarba is an exotic indoor plant with striking dark olive leaves with purple backs. Its interesting fury brown stems and arching foliage with crinkled edges make it a stand out feature in any home. It will produce yellow flowers at the base of the plant and when matured will produce sprays of small mauve flowers. The perfect plant to decorate the home with, making it an ideal housewarming gift, or fitting for all other occasions too.
This Calathea Rufibarba comes with a stylish 18cm ELHO White plastic pot. Simply remove this lovely houseplant from its protective bag and place it inside the pot.
This potted plant comes in a gift box and includes a gift card personalised with your message.
Is a Calathea easy to care for?
Caltheas are considered moderate care plants. They aren't terribly difficult, but they do appreicate a bit more attention than other low maintenance varieties. With regular watering, suitable light, and a stable environment, they will reward their owners with striking foilage and even gentle lead moments throughout the day.How much light does a Calathea need?
Caltheas absolutely thrive in bright, but indirect sunlight. They naturally grow under forest canopies, so direct sunlight should be avoided as it can scorch or even fade the leaves. Caltheas will be fine in lower light conditions such as an indoor corner, but brighter indirect light helps maintain their vibrant leaf patterns.Is a Calathea safe for pets?
Yes! Caltheas are non-toxic to cats and dogs, making them ideal for pet friendly homes.Does a Calathea need warmth/humidity?
Caltheas love humidity. Higher humidity helps their leaves stay healthy and prevents curling or browned eges. This means they do well in bathrooms or kitchens. If the air is especially dry, you can try occasionally misting the plant to keep it vibrant.How often should I water a Calathea?
Caltheas prefer consistently moist soil, but they don't like swimming in water. Watering when the top few centimetres of soil feels slightly dry is best. It's also better to water often with small amounts rather than letting the soil dry out completely. Caletheas can be sensitive to minterals in tap water, so if your plant starts getting brown leaf edges, try using filtered or rainwater.| Planting & Care Advice | Keep moist in the summer however, good drainage is essential. Watering can be reduced in the winter and it prefers the warmth in filtered sun or shade. |
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| Box Size | 20cm(w) x 69cm(t) x 20cm(d) |
| Dispatch range (above pot) | 20-40 cm |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Frost Tolerance | Frost tender |
| Pot Friendly | Yes - pot included |
| Grows to | 1m x 0.5m |
| Fruits | No |
| Scented | No |
| Flowers | Yes |
NORTH ISLAND
We aim to deliver orders received by 10am (Monday to Thursday) to main North Island centres within 2 working days. Please note; if an order is placed after 10am on Thursday it will not be dispatched until Monday as we don't want plants sitting in the courier depots over the weekend. Add 2-3 days for rural deliveries and outlying towns, as the courier may not deliver daily.
SOUTH ISLAND
Deliveries to South Island main centres take 2-3 working days if received before 10am, plus 2-3 days for rural deliveries and outlying towns, as the courier may not deliver daily.
GENERAL
- We are also unable to arrange delivery on weekends.
- We will do our best to deliver on days specified, but unfortunately we cannot guarantee.
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