Pinstripe Calathea
Calathea ornata 'Pinstripe'
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| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Pinstripe Calathea highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Growing Zones
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Sun ExposureFull Shade
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
Growing Zones all zones indoors
Dressy Striped Foliage Pinstripe Calathea
- Lovely Green and Light Pink Patterned Leaves
- Incredible Dark, Rolled New Growth
- Loves High Humidity
- Bright Indirect Light
You’ll love the wildly good looking Pinstripe Calathea (Calathea ornata). With impeccable precision, a series of stripes decorate each side of the midrib on every leaf.
Young leaves are striped in pink, which deepens into a pale green as it ages. The color contrast against the bold dark green background is outstanding. The leaves are further accented with a deep, purple-red underside.
Take time every day to notice what is happening with your beautiful Pinstripe Calathea. You’ll watch in amazement as new, tightly rolled red leaves emerge from the center and then unfold in a glorious, slow dance.
This tropical rain forest native loves high humidity, bright filtered light and regular, even amounts of moisture. This jungle native will require a moderate amount of care, and it is so worth it!
This is a perfect plant to grow in a humid terrarium. Or, you can run a diffuser, place it on a pebble tray, or keep it in a sunny bathroom to boost the humidity. Misting the leaves daily is another way to help these sophisticated plants thrive.
It’s an understory plant, so will not tolerate direct sunlight. Keep the light filtered for best results.
It’s hard to stop at a single Calathea. They look so incredible in a long row. Use a series of multiple plants in the same type of container for a sleek, modern look. A Pinstripe collection also looks wonderful in a curated collection of mixed containers.
Order soon, as we will sell out of this variety. Enjoy!
