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How to use the Calathea & Maranta Soil Mix

Using the mix is easy!  start with removing as much of the old soil as possible. Gently squeeze the pot while holding it sideways to loosen up the plant. Run the roots under lukewarm tap water to remove the last pieces and bits. 

Also, make sure to remove any dead foliage that may still be on the plant using scissors. Now your plant is ready for its fresh Calathea & Maranta soil. Add a small layer of Calathea & Maranta mix at the bottom of the pot.

Place the plant in the pot, and slowly add Calathea & Maranta soil to the sides to fill it up. Make sure that the point where the roots meet the plant is just buried under the Calathea & Maranta soil. 

Lightly pat the Calathea & Maranta mix down into the pot. Make sure to water the Calathea & Maranta mix thoroughly after repotting, as this helps settle the mix and roots down.

Why the Calathea & Maranta mix works

The Calathea & Maranta mix has both perlite and vermiculite, allowing ample drainage while still retaining some moisture in the vermiculite. This helps with keeping the soil evenly moist. The root system will grow healthier and larger, and it reduces the need of having to water the plant too often, leaving you with more time to admire your plants! 

    The original habitat of the Calathea & maranta plants

    Calathea & Maranta originate from the south-American jungles, they are used to survive under the canopy of leaves from larger plants & trees. They do well in little sunlight as they are used to this environment. The jungle floor has a moist & rich substrate full of nutrients from fallen leaves & other waste. The Calathea mix mimics this environment

    Tip! As Calathea & Maranta like to stay moist, use a plastic or ceramic pot. Clay & other types of pots are porous, meaning they breathe out moisture. Plastic & ceramic contain moisture better. 

    How to care for Calathea & Maranta plants

    Calathea & maranta can be fussy, they are similar in care to alocasia plants. Bright indirect light, constantly moist soil, and warm temperatures will ensure healthy and pretty foliage. They can become too wet, so make sure your plant has ample drainage as well. 

      How to use the Calathea & Maranta Soil Mix

      Using the mix is easy!  start with removing as much of the old soil as possible. Gently squeeze the pot while holding it sideways to loosen up the plant. Run the roots under lukewarm tap water to remove the last pieces and bits. 

      Also, make sure to remove any dead foliage that may still be on the plant using scissors. Now your plant is ready for its fresh Calathea & Maranta soil. Add a small layer of Calathea & Maranta mix at the bottom of the pot.

      Place the plant in the pot, and slowly add Calathea & Maranta soil to the sides to fill it up. Make sure that the point where the roots meet the plant is just buried under the Calathea & Maranta soil. 

      Lightly pat the Calathea & Maranta mix down into the pot. Make sure to water the Calathea & Maranta mix thoroughly after repotting, as this helps settle the mix and roots down.

      Why the Calathea & Maranta mix works

      The Calathea & Maranta mix has both perlite and vermiculite, allowing ample drainage while still retaining some moisture in the vermiculite. This helps with keeping the soil evenly moist. The root system will grow healthier and larger, and it reduces the need of having to water the plant too often, leaving you with more time to admire your plants! 

        The original habitat of the Calathea & maranta plants

        Calathea & Maranta originate from the south-American jungles, they are used to survive under the canopy of leaves from larger plants & trees. They do well in little sunlight as they are used to this environment. The jungle floor has a moist & rich substrate full of nutrients from fallen leaves & other waste. The Calathea mix mimics this environment

        Tip! As Calathea & Maranta like to stay moist, use a plastic or ceramic pot. Clay & other types of pots are porous, meaning they breathe out moisture. Plastic & ceramic contain moisture better. 

        How to care for Calathea & Maranta plants

        Calathea & maranta can be fussy, they are similar in care to alocasia plants. Bright indirect light, constantly moist soil, and warm temperatures will ensure healthy and pretty foliage. They can become too wet, so make sure your plant has ample drainage as well. 

          Not sure if the Calathea & Maranta mix is right for your plant?
          Ingrediënts

          Ingredients of SYBASoil Calathea & Maranta mix:

          Ingredients of SYBASoil Calathea & Maranta mix:

          Pot volume calculator

          Enter pot size to calculate soil volume

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          If the pot is differently shaped (Square, oval, e.t.c.), the calculations might not be accurate. You can also check out the plant pots product pages to check their total volume.

          If the pot is differently shaped (Square, oval, e.t.c.), the calculations might not be accurate. You can also check out the plant pots product pages to check their total volume.

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          Calathea & Maranta mix

          Calathea & Maranta mix

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          Calathea, Maranta, Lilies, Chlorophytum, Fittonia, Hypoestes, Musa, Begonia, Strelitzia

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          Reduces brown & crispy leaves

          Keeps Calathea & Maranta's Happy. Extra water retention reduces brown, crispy leaves, replicating their native habitat.

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          We have 55,000+ happy customers, with 99.6% reporting that their plants are thriving. That’s why we’re confident in offering this guarantee!
          The 99.6% satisfaction rate comes from a survey conducted by Sybotanica among 1,421 customers between March and October 2024.

          Conditions:
          1. Report any issues within 90 days of delivery via our guarantee form.
          2. Use the mix as received – do not mix with other soil or add any nutrients.
          3. Your purchase was made directly on our website
          4. You have the right mix according to the SYBASoil Guide / SYBAScan Plant ID

          If we can’t save your plant, you’ll get your money back and a new plant, up to €100 per order in new plant(s).

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          Calathea & Maranta mix Contains ±180 days of nutrients

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          Socially responsible production

          At Sybotanica we not only want to make plants happy, but people happy as well. In our production team we exclusively hire people with a distance from the workforce, and help them rehabilitate to the normal working life.


          Take Peter for example:

          Peter has been with Sybotanica since the 1st hour, and has now been promoted to head of production & a permanent contract! Where he was the first employee, he now manages a team of 3 production workers.

          What makes this achievement even more impressive is that Peter achieved all this with only 10% visibility! 🕶️ With a few minor adjustments to his working environment, Peter is able to perform his job 100%.

          Peter has now been through two moves and knows all the ins & outs of Sybotanica. He can even feel by the potting soil which variety it is. That's quite a challenge with 16 different mixes!

          We are confident that Peter will keep production running smoothly in the coming years too! 💪

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          Description

          How to use the Calathea & Maranta Soil Mix

          Using the mix is easy!  start with removing as much of the old soil as possible. Gently squeeze the pot while holding it sideways to loosen up the plant. Run the roots under lukewarm tap water to remove the last pieces and bits. 

          Also, make sure to remove any dead foliage that may still be on the plant using scissors. Now your plant is ready for its fresh Calathea & Maranta soil. Add a small layer of Calathea & Maranta mix at the bottom of the pot.

          Place the plant in the pot, and slowly add Calathea & Maranta soil to the sides to fill it up. Make sure that the point where the roots meet the plant is just buried under the Calathea & Maranta soil. 

          Lightly pat the Calathea & Maranta mix down into the pot. Make sure to water the Calathea & Maranta mix thoroughly after repotting, as this helps settle the mix and roots down.

          Why the Calathea & Maranta mix works

          The Calathea & Maranta mix has both perlite and vermiculite, allowing ample drainage while still retaining some moisture in the vermiculite. This helps with keeping the soil evenly moist. The root system will grow healthier and larger, and it reduces the need of having to water the plant too often, leaving you with more time to admire your plants! 

            The original habitat of the Calathea & maranta plants

            Calathea & Maranta originate from the south-American jungles, they are used to survive under the canopy of leaves from larger plants & trees. They do well in little sunlight as they are used to this environment. The jungle floor has a moist & rich substrate full of nutrients from fallen leaves & other waste. The Calathea mix mimics this environment

            Tip! As Calathea & Maranta like to stay moist, use a plastic or ceramic pot. Clay & other types of pots are porous, meaning they breathe out moisture. Plastic & ceramic contain moisture better. 

            How to care for Calathea & Maranta plants

            Calathea & maranta can be fussy, they are similar in care to alocasia plants. Bright indirect light, constantly moist soil, and warm temperatures will ensure healthy and pretty foliage. They can become too wet, so make sure your plant has ample drainage as well. 

              How to use the Calathea & Maranta Soil Mix

              Using the mix is easy!  start with removing as much of the old soil as possible. Gently squeeze the pot while holding it sideways to loosen up the plant. Run the roots under lukewarm tap water to remove the last pieces and bits. 

              Also, make sure to remove any dead foliage that may still be on the plant using scissors. Now your plant is ready for its fresh Calathea & Maranta soil. Add a small layer of Calathea & Maranta mix at the bottom of the pot.

              Place the plant in the pot, and slowly add Calathea & Maranta soil to the sides to fill it up. Make sure that the point where the roots meet the plant is just buried under the Calathea & Maranta soil. 

              Lightly pat the Calathea & Maranta mix down into the pot. Make sure to water the Calathea & Maranta mix thoroughly after repotting, as this helps settle the mix and roots down.

              Why the Calathea & Maranta mix works

              The Calathea & Maranta mix has both perlite and vermiculite, allowing ample drainage while still retaining some moisture in the vermiculite. This helps with keeping the soil evenly moist. The root system will grow healthier and larger, and it reduces the need of having to water the plant too often, leaving you with more time to admire your plants! 

                The original habitat of the Calathea & maranta plants

                Calathea & Maranta originate from the south-American jungles, they are used to survive under the canopy of leaves from larger plants & trees. They do well in little sunlight as they are used to this environment. The jungle floor has a moist & rich substrate full of nutrients from fallen leaves & other waste. The Calathea mix mimics this environment

                Tip! As Calathea & Maranta like to stay moist, use a plastic or ceramic pot. Clay & other types of pots are porous, meaning they breathe out moisture. Plastic & ceramic contain moisture better. 

                How to care for Calathea & Maranta plants

                Calathea & maranta can be fussy, they are similar in care to alocasia plants. Bright indirect light, constantly moist soil, and warm temperatures will ensure healthy and pretty foliage. They can become too wet, so make sure your plant has ample drainage as well. 

                  Not sure if the Calathea & Maranta mix is right for your plant?
                  Ingrediënts

                  Ingredients of SYBASoil Calathea & Maranta mix:

                  Ingredients of SYBASoil Calathea & Maranta mix:

                  Pot volume calculator

                  Enter pot size to calculate soil volume

                  25cm
                  15 cm
                  20 cm

                  If the pot is differently shaped (Square, oval, e.t.c.), the calculations might not be accurate. You can also check out the plant pots product pages to check their total volume.

                  If the pot is differently shaped (Square, oval, e.t.c.), the calculations might not be accurate. You can also check out the plant pots product pages to check their total volume.

                  25cm
                  15 cm
                  20 cm
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                  Soil Structure matters

                  Helps prevent mould & root-rot

                  Easier watering

                  Designed to make your plant-care easier

                  Full of microbial life

                  Soil to make your Calathea's & Maranta's happy!

                  Peat-free soil

                  Good for your plants & nature!

                  FAQ's

                  Not sure if the Calathea & Maranta mix is right for your plant?

                  Check out the SYBASoil Guide

                  How much Calathea & Maranta mix do I need?

                  Check out this pot volume calculator tool to calculate how much Calathea & Maranta mix you need.

                  When do I need to re-feed the soil?

                  The nutrients in SYBASoil will run out in ~6 months on average. We recommend refeeding by removing the top part of the soil and adding 10-20% of the volume with fresh worm castings.

                  How long does SYBASoil stay fresh?

                  You can store SYBASoil for about 2 years. Make sure to store it cool, dark and closed off. The effectiveness of the nutrients can degrade over the years. Simply add some fresh worm castings to give the soil new life.

                  When do I repot the plant?

                  We recommend repotting once any of these things happen:
                  - You see roots growing out of the bottom of the pot
                  - The soil dries very quickly between watering
                  - The plant is top-heavy and wants to fall over
                  - Roots are pushing the plant up and out of the container
                  - Every 1 to 2 years

                  How to recycle SYBASoil packaging

                  Our packaging can be recycled at your local plastic recycling facility.

                  You can also re-use it for storage, or leave a little soil and use it as a propagation box!

                  How to water plants grown on the Calathea & Maranta mix

                  Water only when the top 2-3cm of the soil is dried out. You can test this out by poking your finger in the soil to feel around.

                  Do not forget to keep the soil moist! If the soil dries out completely the plant will suffer

                  What if my plant is not doing well after using the soil?

                  We have 55,000+ happy customers, with 99.6% reporting that their plants are thriving. That’s why we’re confident in offering this guarantee!
                  The 99.6% satisfaction rate comes from a survey conducted by Sybotanica among 1,421 customers between March and October 2024.

                  Conditions:
                  1. Report any issues within 90 days of delivery via our guarantee form.
                  2. Use the mix as received – do not mix with other soil or add any nutrients.
                  3. Your purchase was made directly on our website
                  4. You have the right mix according to the SYBASoil Guide / SYBAScan Plant ID

                  If we can’t save your plant, you’ll get your money back and a new plant, up to €100 per order in new plant(s).

                  There’s no fine print.

                  Not convinced? Read what our customers say on Trustpilot.

                  Customer Reviews

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                  J
                  Julia G. (Ladenburg, DE)
                  Amount of houseplants: 11-25
                  Houseplant knowledge: Medium
                  Favorite plant species: Monstera, Calathea & Epipremnum
                  Calathea Wundermittel

                  Nach 3 Monaten kann ich ganz ehrlich sagen, dass ich wirklich absolut begeistert bin. Calatheas haben ja nicht grad den besten Ruf, aber mit dem Substrat geht es meinen besser als je zuvor. Damit ist die Pflege super easy geworden und ich muss kaum was machen, damit es ihnen gut geht.

                  T
                  T (Breda, NL)
                  Amount of houseplants: 11-25
                  Houseplant knowledge: Medium
                  Favorite plant species: Anthurium hookeri
                  Lepelplant revival

                  De grond ziet erg goed uit. Je ziet en voelt dat je kwaliteit in huis hebt gehaald. Mijn lepelplant is een beetje aan het sukkelen. Ik verwacht dat hij over een maand of twee een revival meemaakt.

                  C
                  Ces80 (Saint-Palais, FR)
                  Amount of houseplants: 26-50
                  Houseplant knowledge: Medium
                  Favorite plant species: Anthurium
                  Parfait

                  Après 1 mois d'utilisation avec le substrat de sybotanica pour maranta, anthurium et autres plantes mes plantes s'épanouissent.
                  Bien drainant, aéré et légers, chaques plantes évoluent très bien.
                  Je recommande vivement les différents substrats😊
                  Merci pour vos envois rapides et bien emballés

                  V
                  V.A. (Le Neubourg, FR)
                  Amount of houseplants: 11-25
                  Houseplant knowledge: Medium
                  Favorite plant species: Calathea
                  Parfait

                  Ma plante se porte super bien pour l'instant emballage parfait très rapide. Je recommande

                  N
                  N.S. (Brunsbüttel, DE)
                  Amount of houseplants: 26-50
                  Houseplant knowledge: Medium
                  Favorite plant species: Maranthen und Syngonien
                  Empfehlenswert!

                  Ich habe zwei Maranthen in diese Erde getopft und sie scheinen sich wohl zu fühlen in ihrem neuen Substrat - meine Maranta leuconeura tricolor hat sich sogar dazu entschlossen, noch ein paar Blüten auszubilden! 🙂

                  R
                  R.M. (Berlin, DE)
                  hochwertige Erde

                  Habe meine Calanthea vor einigen Tagen umgetopft. Bis jetzt ist noch kein Wachstum vonstatten gegangen. Ich muss abwarten.