Calatheas

SUBMERGING

10 minutes every 2 weeks

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I like to be submerged ¾ of my moss ball in room temperature drinkable water every 2 weeks indoors. If outdoor consider once a week. If you collect water from rain occasionally, I'll thrive.

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While submerging splash or spray with water my leaves. 

Please leave me in the water for 5-10 minutes, put a timer so you don't forget about me. Then take me out, and let the water drain for about 20 minutes in an empty container or the sink.

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I might need water more often during summertime or less often during winter.

Always weigh me!

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Low to Medium

Never expose me to direct sunlight. 

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Don’t put me in a dark place all day long nor outside in the sun all day long.

HUMIDITY REQUIREMENTS

50% 

I thrive on humidity. If your humidity level indoor is less than 50%, then consider these options:

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1. Put pebbles on my plate with a little bit of water and spray water on me at least twice a week.

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2. Consider getting a humidifier to increase the level.

TEMPERATURE

60-90 degrees

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60-90 degrees If below or above, please put me inside. Do not place me under the A/C vent nor near a TV.

IDEAL PLACE

Inside or Outdoor shaded

Indoor or outdoor shaded. Put a plate under me, but it can’t be tight covering all the moss ball. My ecosystem needs ventilation. If I catch rain just once a week, I'm fine. Otherwise, I could be overwatered and be damaged.

COMMON PROBLEMS

Once a month.

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During the growing season (spring and summer), feed me once a month using 1/4 of liquid fertilizer. in the water while submerging. If you use too much fertilizer it'll hurt me.

RECOMMENDATION

Once a month.

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During the growing season (spring and summer), feed me once a month using 1/4 of liquid fertilizer. in the water while submerging. If you use too much fertilizer it'll hurt me.

PLANT FOOD

Once a month.

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Mix plant food once a month in the water while submerging.