{"product_id":"calathea-white-star","title":"Calathea White Star","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Calathea White Star is a variety of Calathea known for its leaves with distinctive patterns and attractive colors. Here are some tips for caring for this houseplant:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Calatheas, including the Calathea White Star, prefer bright indirect light to dim light. Avoid direct sun exposure, as this can scorch the leaves. Place the plant near a bright window, but out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maintain the plant in a temperature range between 18°C and 24°C (65°F and 75°F). Avoid cold temperatures below 15°C (59°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep the Calathea White Star's soil slightly moist, but not waterlogged. Water when the top layer of soil begins to dry. Use non-calcareous water to avoid mineral deposits. Avoid leaving the pot in standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Calatheas love a humid atmosphere. You can increase the humidity around the plant by placing a tray of water filled with pebbles near the pot or by using a humidifier. Also, mist the leaves with water from time to time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fertilize your Calathea White Star with a diluted balanced fertilizer approximately once a month during the growing season (spring to summer). Reduce fertilization in autumn and winter when the plant enters dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Remove yellow or damaged leaves as they appear to encourage the growth of new leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon problems\u003c\/strong\u003e: Calatheas are susceptible to pests such as mealybugs and spider mites. Regularly inspect the plant and promptly treat any infestation problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"3.5 inches","offer_id":45566616535344,"sku":"92320456535344","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4\"","offer_id":47130944078128,"sku":"","price":22.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/FleurExcel-7.jpg?v=1702243315","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/calathea-white-star","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}