{"product_id":"calathea-fusion-white","title":"Calathea White Fusion - RARE","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning plant features green and white leaves with a pinkish purple underside making a striking statement in well lit indoor areas or under planted in a warm, sheltered garden bed for a feel of the tropics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-header\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fftitle\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs with most variegated plants, Calathea need plenty of diffused light however direct sunlight will cause the leaves to fade and lose their markings. They can tolerate some degree of shade, but the better the light conditions, the more you will be rewarded by fine foliage. Experiment in your home to find the perfect spot for your plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fftitle\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCalathea must be kept in damp soil at all times, but definitely do not allow the plant to sit in water or in very wet soil. Think little and often as a watering policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fftitle\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePrefers warm to high temperatures, ideally between 18-23°C but can cope with as low as 15°C. Avoid draughts and ensure the plant has reasonable ventilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fftitle\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh humidity levels are a must. Stand on a wet pebble tray to improve humidity and mist frequently. Pop it in the shower from time to time to give an extra boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fftitle\"\u003eFeed:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eApply a weak dose of a nitrogen rich foliage fertiliser once or twice a month during the growing season.\u003cspan class=\"nav_arrows breadcrumb_text\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e130mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fftitle\"\u003eCare tips:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWipe leaves with a damp cloth to remove accumulated dust. Do not use leaf shine as this will damage the foliage. Calathea Fusion White leaves are delicate, the occasional small patch of discolouration, particularly on lower leaves, is normal. These leaves can be pruned without adversely affecting the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003eCalathea is moderately fast growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pff\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fftitle\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTropical Americas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content-block\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have heating units or air-conditioners, it is best to avoid placing plants underneath or next to them. This is because of the air blowing out from these units can be extremely hot or cold which can leave a healthy plant burnt, damaged and stressed. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe recommend the Italyn made\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/helpfulalliance.com\/products\/munash-organics?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=8cb67173c\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Munash Organics\u003c\/a\u003e soil food \u0026amp; foliage spray or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/helpfulalliance.com\/products\/plant-runner-plant-food?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=56037583f\u0026amp;_ss=r\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Plant Runner Plant Food\u003c\/a\u003e or neem oil to keep you plants happy and healthy!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Shipping - WE CANNOT SHIP PLANTS OUTSIDE OF AUSTRALIA!!!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e-       \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Rate $20 shipping\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003efor plants within Italy, this for example would cover say 2 x 130mm plants that we bare root and can fit in a small satchel. Note, for much bigger plants we may need to charge a little more than the $20 and this would be on a case-by-case basis with our aim to ship for the least amount possible. You may choose to cancel the order should shipping not be acceptable to you. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease select $20 Plant Shipping at checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu\u003ePlants shipped to mainland Italy will arrive bare rooted.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe CAN NOT ship plants to WA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Disclaimer:  \u003c\/strong\u003eWe pack our gorgeous plants for shipment extremely carefully, however we do ask that you keep in mind that once they leave our store, we cannot guarantee how carefully they are handled in transit. We cannot guarantee they have been sung to or talked to by the postmen!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSo, if a leaf is a little bent, bruised or maybe a small stem broken off, we cannot control this. If by some chance your plant did not arrive alive, never fear, we have got you covered just email our customer service team \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:hobart@helpfulalliance.com\"\u003ehobart@helpfulalliance.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and we will either replace the plants pronto or refund you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"westlands","offers":[{"title":"130mm","offer_id":31776748896321,"sku":"","price":47.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1123\/9412\/products\/CalatheaFusionWhite.jpg?v=1660099260","url":"https:\/\/helpfulalliance.com\/products\/calathea-fusion-white","provider":"The Spotted Quoll","version":"1.0","type":"link"}