Light
Very bright, indirect light; some gentle sun supports strong colour.
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Croton: leaf colour, light and stable conditions
Codiaeum variegatum. Abrupt moves, cold and draughts can trigger sudden leaf drop.
Watering
Water after the surface has lightly dried, without drying the whole root ball.
Soil
A fertile, free-draining mix that holds moderate moisture.
More useful detail
Care over time
Rhythm through the year
Protect it from cold glass in autumn and winter. Do not add more water simply because the room air is dry.
Growth and repotting
Pruning during active growth can encourage branching. The milky sap may irritate skin.
Plant
A simple care routine for Croton
- 1
Provide a stable, warm position.
- 2
Check the mix before every watering.
- 3
Inspect both sides of the colourful leaves.
Observation
Changes worth checking
- Healthy-looking leaves dropping suddenly
- New growth losing colour
- Fine webbing or scale insects
Important
Croton sap may irritate, and eating the plant is unsafe. Keep it away from children and pets, and wear gloves when pruning.
Sources and further reading: NC State Extension: Codiaeum variegatum
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