{"product_id":"calathea-velvet-glory","title":"Calathea 'Velvet Glory'","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalathea 'Velvet Glory' is a breathtaking foliage plant prized for its luxurious velvety leaves and rich, dramatic colouring. The elongated foliage features deep emerald green tones with a soft, almost suede-like texture that catches the light beautifully, while the undersides display striking burgundy-purple hues.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for adding a touch of elegance to shelves, sideboards or plant displays, this tropical beauty brings texture as well as colour to your indoor jungle. Like other Calatheas, its leaves gently move throughout the day, lifting in the evening and lowering again by morning—a fascinating trait that has earned these plants the nickname \"prayer plants.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough it appreciates a little extra humidity, Calathea 'Velvet Glory' is well worth the effort, rewarding good care with stunning foliage year-round.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLoves \u003cstrong\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e but handles lower light levels too. Keep out of direct sun — it’ll crisp those velvety leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the soil \u003cstrong\u003elightly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e, but not soggy. Avoid tap water if possible — filtered or rainwater is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHappiest between \u003cstrong\u003e18–26°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, and sensitive to cold. Keep above \u003cstrong\u003e16°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and away from draughts or radiators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLoves our \u003cstrong\u003eThirst Trap\u003c\/strong\u003e mix — moisture-retentive and breathable, it’s perfect for humidity lovers like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSkip the misting — it does more harm than good. Boost humidity with a pebble tray or by grouping plants together. Leaves may fold up at night — that’s just bedtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FV","offers":[{"title":"12cm","offer_id":62290852184451,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/9697\/7440\/files\/IMG_7309.heic?v=1785849375","url":"https:\/\/plant.studio\/products\/calathea-velvet-glory","provider":"Plant Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}