Croton Petra - Piccolo

SKU:
BD20231

Starting at: $12.00

[ Pot Size: 4'' | Height: 10" - 14" ]
With its radiant, colorful foliage, Croton Petra is a stunning addition to any window that receives a few hours of direct sunlight.

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PLANT SIZE 4" $12.00

Container: 5'' Gray Ceramic + Saucer $20.00

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    Croton Petra - Piccolo

    Codiaeum variegatum

    [ Pot Size: 4'' | Height: 10" - 14" ]
    The Croton Petra has large, thick, leathery leaves in a wide range of brilliant colors. As a member of the Euphorbia family, this plant loves bright sunlight and can grow over 6 feet tall in its natural habitat. Grown as a houseplant, however, the Croton Petra will usually max out at 3 to 4 feet. Croton Petra is especially beloved by the people of Jamaica, as it can be found growing outdoors along many garden paths.

    Plants make great gifts for any occasion. Send some green with PlantShed, hand-delivered to NYC + NJ, 7 days a week.

    Geographic Origin Southeast Asia & the West Indies
    Features Colorful foliage
    Growth Rate Slow
    Great For Bright light; Tight spaces

    Care Guide

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    Water

    Allow soil to mostly dry out. Water less often in winter.
    S (pot 4"-5") : Once a week
    M (pot 6"- 8"): Once every 10-14 days
    L (pot 10"-14"): Once every 15-20 days
    XL (pot 16" & up): Once every month

    Light / Temperature

    Requires bright, indirect sunlight to maintain bright colors. A few hours of direct light is okay—but too much will sunburn the leaves.

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    Pruning

    Prune branches and leaves just above a node or leaf set, but do not remove more than a third of the stem at a time. To propagate, take a 4-inch stem cutting with at least 3 leaves, and dip stem in rooting hormone before planting in soil.

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    Level of Care

    Easy! Just make sure it has enough sunlight and warm temperatures.

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    Soil

    Use a well-draining, All-Purpose potting soil.

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    Pet Friendly

    Sorry! Will cause indigestion if any part of the plant is consumed and the sap can cause skin irritation.

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    Air Purifying

    Crotons remove toxins that can build up in indoor spaces. A general rule of thumb is 1 medium houseplant per 100 square feet of space effectively cleans the air we breathe.

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    Fertilizer

    Feed with slow-release pellets or a liquid, indoor plant fertilizer about 1-2 times a month during the growing season. Do not fertilize in winter.

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    Temperature

    Requires warm conditions above 60°F. Keep away from drafty windows and air conditioners.

    Croton Petra - Piccolo