{"product_id":"calathea-bluegrass-17cm-65cm","title":"Calathea Bluegrass (Peacock Plant) - H65 cm | Pot Ø17 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"calathea-bluegrass\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Blue-green foliage with silver reflections • 💜 Purple undersides • ☀️ Partial shade to indirect light • 💧 Regular watering • 📏 H65 cm | Pot Ø17 cm • 🌬️ Air-purifying • 🐾 Non-toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Bluegrass\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tropical plant native to the humid understory of South America. Its large elongated blue-green leaves decorated with delicate silver veins and purple undersides give it a calming and sophisticated character — one of the rarest palettes among Calatheas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eLike all Marantaceae, it exhibits nyctinasty — its leaves fold up in the evening and unfold in the morning. Completely non-toxic to pets. Discover it in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/calathea\"\u003eCalathea collection\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-pet-friendly-interieur\"\u003epet-friendly selection\u003c\/a\u003e. Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/comment-bien-accueillir-une-nouvelle-plante\"\u003enew plant care guide\u003c\/a\u003e to get started right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE CALATHEA CHOISIR ? --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-calathea\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Calathea variety to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Calathea genus offers a wide variety of patterns and colors. Here are the most distinctive profiles from our catalog:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Bluegrass\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — blue-green foliage with silvery highlights, purple undersides, H65 cm | Pot Ø17 cm. The most soothing and unique in color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-stripestar-17cm-65cm\"\u003eCalathea Stripestar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — very contrasting white stripes on green, same size H65 cm | Pot Ø17 cm. The most graphic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-majestica-princeps-d14cm-45cm\"\u003eCalathea Majestica 'Princeps'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark green foliage with elegant white stripes. The most regal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-ornata-plante-tropicale-au-feuillage-raye-rose-o14cm-50cm\"\u003eCalathea Ornata\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine pale pink stripes on a dark green background. The most delicate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-crocata-14cm-40cm\"\u003eCalathea Crocata\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark green foliage with spectacular orange blooms. The only truly flowering one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eOther varieties are available in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/calathea\"\u003efull collection\u003c\/a\u003e — Fusion White, Lancifolia, Fasciata, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026 location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Bluegrass\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally grows under tropical forest canopy — it prefers diffused light and constant humidity, and does not tolerate direct sun or dry air well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to soft indirect light — a few meters from a window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e direct sunlight that burns leaves and fades silvery reflections, very dark corners that stop growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–25 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80% essential — bright bathroom or humidifier nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e light and well-drained — universal potting soil with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eA bright bathroom is the ideal location — natural humidity after showers replicates the tropical conditions it needs without extra effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular — keep the substrate slightly moist without ever soaking it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 times a week in spring-summer, reduced in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-lime water is essential — filtered or rainwater. Lime causes characteristic brown edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e mist the foliage 2 to 3 times a week in dry environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e pot must have drainage holes, saucer emptied after watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid green plant fertilizer diluted by half, once a month from April to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eBrown edges are almost always due to lime or dry air — not insufficient watering. Start by changing the water before adjusting the watering frequency. Check our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/arrosage-des-plantes-dinterieur-le-guide-complet-pour-ne-plus-jamais-sur-arroser\"\u003ecomplete watering guide\u003c\/a\u003e to adapt frequency according to the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blue-green tones of the \u003cstrong\u003eCalathea Bluegrass\u003c\/strong\u003e bring a rare note of freshness and serenity among tropical plants — a color that stands out without ever overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolo in a bedroom or zen living room:\u003c\/strong\u003e in a matte white or gray ceramic pot, its blue-green palette creates an immediate calming atmosphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn arrangements:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/calathea-maranta-1\"\u003eMaranta\u003c\/a\u003e or a dark green Philodendron for a harmonious cool\/warm color contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e matte white, gray, or pale blue ceramic — cool tones enhance its silvery reflections without competing with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIts silvery reflections beautifully capture the soft light of a dimly lit room — one of the few foliage types that gains presence in partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcareous water is its number one enemy\u003c\/strong\u003e — brown edges, white spots on leaves, and dull silver reflections are almost always caused by calcareous water. Switch to filtered water or water left to sit overnight before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity is essential\u003c\/strong\u003e — native to humid tropical understories, it quickly suffers from dry air in heated apartments during winter. Mist 2 to 3 times a week or place the pot on a bed of constantly moist clay pebbles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf movement is a health indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e — a plant that closes well at night and opens in the morning is a happy plant. If the movement stops, check light and humidity first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtect it from drafts\u003c\/strong\u003e — very sensitive to sudden temperature changes. Keep it away from poorly insulated windows in winter and air conditioners in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepot every 2 years in spring\u003c\/strong\u003e — in a light, well-draining substrate. Choose a slightly larger size — a pot that’s too big retains too much moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🐾 Non-toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e — Calathea is completely safe for dogs and cats. Check out our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/plantes-dinterieur-et-animaux-guide-complet-pour-une-cohabitation-reussie-et-securisee\"\u003eplants and pets guide\u003c\/a\u003e for more pet-friendly ideas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\n\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCalathea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bluegrass'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prayer plant, Calathea Bluegrass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marantaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e humid tropical forests of South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 70–80 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade to soft indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular — substrate slightly moist, non-calcareous water required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e high (60–80%) essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity for pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical \/ Zen \/ Soothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParticularity:\u003c\/strong\u003e unique blue-green foliage with silver reflections, purple underside, daily nyctinastic movement, non-toxic, air-purifying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the silver reflections and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on growing conditions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56715947802889,"sku":"12220","price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/calathea-bluegrass-o17-cm-h65-cm-verdeia-9730934.jpg?v=1772398486","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/calathea-bluegrass-17-cm-65-cm-3","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}