RED/GREEN MARANTA

Water generously but don’t allow soil to get waterlogged. Allow top inch or so of soil to dry out between watering. Normal to high room humidity.

• Color becomes more vivid as the plant matures.
• Exibits nyctinasty: term used to define the movement of the leaves that is associated with changes in light. 
• Wipe leaves with a damp cloth regularly to remove dust.
• Sensitive to fluoride. Water with filtered water.
• If light is too strong, leaves can fade. If light is too dim, plants won’t open entirely during the day.
• Fertilize only twice per year.
• Prefers 65-85º

This plant is not considered to be toxic. However, it is best to keep all plants out of reach of pets and children.