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Croton

Beautiful, colorful foliage plant excellent for brightening a room. Attractive featured alone or group several together for a vivid display. Prefers warm home temperatures of 75-80°F (24-27°C). Higher humidity will help avoid leaf drop.

Companion Plants

Coleus

Cross Vine

Purple Fountain Grass

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Croton

  • Botanical name

    Codiaeum variegatum

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

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

  • Light

    Part sun

  • Height

    12-24" (31-61 cm)

  • Habit

    Upright

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    Red, Brown

  • Bloom Time

    No Bloom

  • Maintenance

    Apply mulch