Croton

Common name

Croton

Botanical name

Codiaeum variegatum

Variety

Petra

Zone

USDA Zone 10 (30°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°F).

Light

Sun

Height

36-48" (91-122 cm)

Habit

Upright

Feed

Use all-purpose

Water

Weekly during dry spells

Bloom Color

Brown

Bloom Time

No Bloom

Maintenance

Prune back in spring

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About

Beautiful, colorful foliage plant is excellent for brightening the interior or exterior landscape. Attractive featured alone as a floor plant, in a container on the porch or deck, or group several together for a vivid display. Higher humidity will help prevent leaf drop. Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil.

Companion Plants

Common Boxwood

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