Croton Petra

About this product

Croton Petra brings bold, tropical foliage to summer programs with striking multicolor leaves in shades of green, yellow, orange, and red. Grown in a P10 pot and sold per piece, it's a reliable high-impact seller for patio containers and mixed displays. Its upright, bushy habit adds instant color and texture wherever bright light is available.

Care & growing

Light

Bright, indirect to direct light; more light intensifies leaf color.

Watering

Keep soil evenly moist; allow the top inch to dry between waterings.

Soil

Rich, well-draining potting mix.

Temperature

65–85°F; protect from temperatures below 50°F.

Bloom time

Grown for foliage; blooms are insignificant.

Common uses

Patio containers, mixed tropical plantings, and high-color retail displays.