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Calathea

Calathea ornata, Marantaceae

Zones
10a–13b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

High

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Illinois TicktrefoilDesmodium illinoense
Nitrogen Fixation
White Ginger LilyHedychium coronarium
Shade ProvisionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Hanging Lobster ClawHeliconia rostrata

Large heliconia can dominate space and light needed by smaller calathea plants

Boston FernNephrolepis exaltata

Boston fern's spreading habit can overwhelm and shade calathea plants

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Calathea grow in?

Calathea grows in USDA hardiness zones 10a through 13b.

What are good companion plants for Calathea?

Good companions for Calathea include Illinois Ticktrefoil, White Ginger Lily.

Design guilds with Calathea and see companion relationships visually.

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