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
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.