Calathea 'Makoyana'

Calathea 'Makoyana'Calathea makoyana, commonly known as the Peacock Plant or Cathedral Windows, is a stunning tropical perennial prized for its striking foliage that mimics the vibrant, eye catching patterns of a peacocks feathers. Native to the shaded, humid rainforests of Brazil, this clump forming evergreen grows upright with broad oval leaves up to 12 inches long, supported on reddish stems emerging from a rhizome. The leaves feature a beautiful juxtaposition of

Thin fruit in early summer for larger fruit and better flavor

Hardy in USDA zones 9–11

wiry stems

and ability to enhance fruit quality

making it perfect for trellises

making it ideal for home orchards

fertile soil with good organic content

Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength

A light mid-summer shear can rejuvenate the plant and maintain a dense

Remove any crisp or yellow leaves to keep the plant looking fresh

maintaining its crunch and tang for months

Jonagold ripens in mid- to late fall and is prized for its ability to store well under cool conditions