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Calathea Helen Kennedy

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The Calathea ‘Helen Kennedy’ is a rare and exquisite variety of the Calathea family, known for its lush, patterned foliage and striking color contrast. With its vibrant green leaves adorned with intricate vein patterns and deep purple undersides, this stunning houseplant adds a tropical touch to any home or office.

Like other Calatheas, ‘Helen Kennedy’ is a prayer plant, meaning its leaves gently move throughout the day, folding up in the evening and unfurling in the morning. It’s also pet-friendly and non-toxic, making it a great choice for households with pets.

Prefers our Dirtier Bag All Purpose Soil Blend

  • Pet Friendly: Yes
  • Humidity: High
  • Difficulty: Hard

Please Note: We try to photograph a good representation of the style, size and overall look of the plant category. Should there be specific variants (such as our Imperfect Plants) they will be marked as such. Each plant is unique in it's own way, so we cannot guarantee the exact number of leaf or stem counts.

Calathea Helen Kennedy
Calathea Helen Kennedy
Calathea Helen Kennedy
Calathea Helen Kennedy
  • Lighting

    Prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate low light. Avoid direct sunlight, as it can cause leaf burn and fading of colors.

  • Watering

    Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Use filtered, distilled, or rainwater to avoid chlorine and fluoride, which can cause leaf browning.

  • Toxicity

    Non-toxic to pets and humans, making it a great choice for homes with cats and dogs.

  • Fertilization

    Feed with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks in spring and summer. Avoid over-fertilizing, as it can lead to salt buildup. No need to fertilize in fall and winter.

YOUR PLANTS SOIL MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE!

Our hand-made blend is made in small batches and includes high quality components that create well-draining soil to combat root rot while giving your plants the moisture they need. What's more, each bag is enhanced with essential oils to deter pests and add a delightful, subtle fragrance when potting your beloved plants!