Author name: oliviajones

garden

What soil do Christmas trees need?

What soil do Christmas trees need? Christmas trees, like all conifers, prefer well-drained, slightly acidic soil. John Innes No. Planting should be done during the dormant season, with planting dates varying with geographic area. While fall planting can be successful, most Christmas trees are planted in early spring (Table 1). Soils are cooler and retain […]

What soil do Christmas trees need? Read Post »

garden

Is Calathea medallion toxic?

Is Calathea medallion toxic? Calatheas are pet-friendly! They are considered non-toxic, making them safe to keep around cats and dogs. However, the best practice is to keep houseplants out of reach of small children and curious pets just in case. Calatheas have beautiful, colourful leaves that can brighten up your space and give it a

Is Calathea medallion toxic? Read Post »

garden

Is Calathea a good indoor plant?

Is Calathea a good indoor plant? About the Calathea Calathea (Marantaceae) are known for their very diverse, colorful, and beautifully patterned leaves. Combined with their ability to grow in lower light conditions, these make very popular house and office plants (bonus as they are pet and child friendly). As we have discussed, Calatheas enjoy medium

Is Calathea a good indoor plant? Read Post »

garden

Do calatheas need sunlight?

Do calatheas need sunlight? Indirect light – calathea plants need bright, but not direct, sunlight to grow. This is because they grow on the floor of jungles and forests where they get limited light through the tops of the trees. In fact, direct sunlight will burn the leaves of a calathea plant and cause it

Do calatheas need sunlight? Read Post »

Scroll to Top