Plant Care Tips: Calathea "Purple Rose"

🌸 Care Tips for the Calathea “Purple Rose”

The Calathea Purple Rose is a tropical showstopper, loved for its deep green and magenta-pink leaves that fold up at night like praying hands. While stunning, it’s a bit of a diva — but with the right care, it will reward you with vibrant, healthy foliage all year long! Follow these care tips for a growing and flowing plant:

☀️ Light

Give your Calathea bright, indirect light — too little, and colors fade; too much sun, and the leaves may scorch. East or north-facing windows are ideal.

💧 Water

Keep the soil evenly moist but never soggy. Water with filtered or distilled water to avoid fluoride and chlorine, which can brown leaf tips. Let the top inch of soil dry before watering again.

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

This plant thrives in warm (65–80°F), humid conditions. Use a humidifier or pebble tray if indoor air is dry. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

🌱 Soil & Fertilizer

Use a light, well-draining mix rich in organic matter (like peat and perlite). Feed monthly in spring and summer with a diluted houseplant fertilizer, and skip feeding in winter.

🍃 Extra Care

Wipe leaves gently to remove dust and keep them glossy. Trim any brown or damaged edges, and repot every 2–3 years to refresh the soil.

With consistent moisture, warmth, and humidity, your Calathea Purple Rose will stay lush and dramatic — a true statement piece for your home or office!