The distinctive, large, leathery leaves of this popular small bush display a myriad of colors like green, yellow, pink, and red. The colorful foliage may twist and curl as it grows. An evergreen shrub that slowly grows to about 3 ft. tall and wide when used as an indoor house plant. in warm tropical climates, the plant can become 8 ft. tall when grown year-round outdoors. Thrives in a brightly lit, indirect sunny location with high humidity and is protected from harsh direct sunlight. Outdoor hardy only in USDA plant zones 10 to 12, it is not recommended to grow this plant outdoors in cooler climates, the ideal home or garden temperature is between 65°F to 80°F with 40% to 80% air humidity. This tropical plant is not frosted tolerant and cannot survive in temperatures below 60°F. Accommodate mature size or when planting in groups, space 3 ft. to 5 ft. away from other plants or structures. Thrives in most nutrient-rich, well-draining soils. Grown indoors as a house plant, the Croton needs lots of bright indirect light, when grown outdoors in warm climates, sites with morning sun and afternoon shade.
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