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title: "Hi there! New plant owner here and have been doing research AFTER…"
description: "Hi there! New plant owner here and have been doing research AFTER buying this guy only to find out they are drama queens and many say they are hard to keep…"
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author: "Kendra"
published: "2025-07-17T03:02:14.394207Z"
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# Hi there! New plant owner here and have been doing research AFTER…

_Posted by Kendra on 2025-07-17_

Hi there! New plant owner here and have been doing research AFTER buying this guy only to find out they are drama queens and many say they are hard to keep alive. However, it has continued producing 2 leaves the past week so I think I’m doing something right!  
I’ve watered it with like 7 days between almost completely dry.  
I mist probably every day but it’s near an air vent so it dries out a little quicker.  
On a rock bed with water for extra humidity.  
East window with a lot of light but not direct light, the window has a frost on it.  
Any other problems to look out for or tips for this guy?  
Recommendations for new plant buys?  
What are your favorites?  
Thanks for your time love 💕🪴

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## 3 comments

### Mads commented on 2025-07-17

It’s recommended to use distilled or purified water for Calathea to avoid the tips of the leaves browning.

Love the pot!

### Deedee🪴 commented on 2025-07-17

VERY temperamental! But in my experience, once they settle into the space it’s easy to care for lol. 7 days is fine and the indirect light is perf! The leaves are delicate so I keep mine shade-ish. Otherwise it looks great, I wouldn’t change your routine! Good luck! 😊

### Nancy 🪴 commented on 2025-07-17

I got a room humidifier, I think that helps me overwatering the babes…

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