Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Feature
It's as beautiful as it is bold! Green foliage with deep-burgundy undersides is complemented with bright-pink markings that are sure to liven up any space. The Dottie Calathea is a low-maintenance plant and does extremely well when planted in containers. It has a clumping growth habit that adds interest to the already unique appearance! During the summer and fall, it produces white blooms. Dottie is a non-toxic, pet friendly choice!
Best Locations For Growing Dottie Calathea
The Dottie Calathea thrives on indirect sunlight, as direct sunlight can burn its foliage. It is versatile in any space. A room that maintains a temperature of 65-75 degrees F is optimal for this plant. A family room or cubicle are good options as this plant requires humidity. Keep Dottie out of rooms that experience drafts or sudden temperature changes.
Dottie Calathea Sunlight Requirements
Place Dottie in an area with indirect sunlight. Near a window facing north, east, or west is optimal.
Dottie Calathea Plant Care
A peat moss soil mix is best to ensure proper drainage. Deadheading should take place as needed. Place Dottie in a pot that is 2-4 inches larger than its current container. Repot this plant every 2-4 years to keep it growing strong.
Watering Dottie Calathea
Keep the soil damp. The plant should not sit in soil that is overly wet. Mist the leaves regularly to maintain humidity.
Feeding Dottie Calathea
Fertilize Dottie monthly during spring and summer with a general-purpose houseplant fertilizer.
Dottie Calathea Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Care Requirements: Easy |
| Watering Requirements: Average - When the top 2 inches of the soil dries out. |
| Pet Friendly: Yes |
| Kid Friendly: Yes |
| Air Purifier: Moderate |
| Habit: Upright |
| Growth Rate: Moderate |
| Mature Height: 15 inches |
| Mature Spread: 12 inches |
| Flowering: Yes |
| Flower Color(s): Purple, White |
| Flower Shade/Description: White & Purple |
| Fragrant: |
| Foliage Type: |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Pink |
| Foliage Description: Green and Pink |
| Temperature: 65° - 95°F (18° - 35°C) |
| Humidity: Average (40% - 60%) |
| Common Name: Dottie Calathea |
| Other Name(s): Prayer Plant |
| Scientific Name: Calathea roseopicta 'Dottie' |
| Plant Type: House Plant |
- SKU:
- CLDTT-HP
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
2" Pot
Also Known As:
Mini pot
Plant Age:
~ 2-6 months
Plant Size:
~ 2"-4"
Pot Size:
~ 1.9"H x 2"W
Volume:
~ .012-0.15 quarts
3" Pot
Also Known As:
Small pot
Plant Age:
~ 3-6 months
Plant Size:
~ 2"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 2.5"H x 3"W
Volume:
~ 0.3 quarts
4" Pot
Also Known As:
Quart pot
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 5"-10"
Pot Size:
~ 3.5"H x 4"W
Volume:
~ 0.75 quarts
6" Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 6-12 months
Plant Size:
~ 8"-16"
Pot Size:
~ 5"H x 6"W
Volume:
1.5 quarts
8" Pot
Also Known As:
Large pot
Plant Age:
~ 1-2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-24"
Pot Size:
~ 6"H x 8"W
Volume:
~ 3 quarts
10" Pot
Also Known As:
'
Plant Age:
~ 2-3 years
Plant Size:
~ 16"-36"
Pot Size:
~ 7.25"H x 10”W
Volume:
~ 4.5-5 quarts
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Houseplant Shipping
All of our houseplants typically ship within 2-3 business days after your order is placed.
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