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Goeppertia roseopicta 'Rosy' PP08836

Also Known As

  • Calathea roseopicta 'Rosy'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 10b-12

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Goeppertia roseopicta 'Rosy' PP08836 plant details

Goeppertia roseopicta 'Rosy' PP08836 is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Goeppertia roseopicta 'Rosy' PP08836

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: marantaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Goeppertia roseopicta 'Rosy' PP08836

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Calathea roseopicta ‘Rosy’ is a showy tropical displaying oval, rose pink leaves with dark green margins. The rosy tones are most pronounced when the plant is exposed to bright, indirect light. Grows with an upright, clumping habit. An interesting accent for shady containers. Calatheas grow best in an evenly moist, well-drained soil. Feed with a slow-release fertilizer at planting. Beautiful accent for borders, containers or as houseplants. Protect from frost!

Gardening facts about Goeppertia roseopicta 'Rosy' PP08836 plant

How to Grow Goeppertia roseopicta 'Rosy' PP08836

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • pink
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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