Croton

Codiaeum variegatum

Croton are most commonly kept as houseplants, but you can also utilize them as a shaded annual outdoors! Their foliage is a smörgåsbord of color and texture. They are sure to brighten up whatever room or potted arrangement you use them in!

Care

• Light Needs: Bright unfiltered light, provide some shade in summer.
• Water Needs: Avoid overwatering. Let the soil dry out a bit before watering. When the top 1-2 inches of soil is dry, water thoroughly. 
• Bloom Season: N/A
• Height: 1 - 3 feet
• Growth Habit: Upright
• Feed once a month in the summer months with an all-purpose houseplant food (May through September).