Croton Petra
Detailed Comparison
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Price | $7.99 – $44.99 |
| Categories | Plants |
| Best For | Color Accent |
| Container Sizes | 3-Gallon (10-12"), 7-Gallon (16-20") |
| Foliage Color | Multi-color |
| Installation | No Installation, Include Installation |
| Mature Height | 3–6 ft |
| Appearance | Large, oval, leathery leaves with dramatic vein-following color that shifts from yellow-green in new growth to deep orange and red as leaves mature. |
| Climate Tolerance | USDA zones 10–11 outdoors. |
| Growth Rate | Moderate. |
| Landscape Use | Foundation plantings, color hedges, accent groupings against green backdrops, entry beds, and large containers. |
| Maintenance | Low. |
| Size | Typically 3–6 feet tall and 2–4 feet wide outdoors in South Florida; easily maintained smaller. |
| Soil Preferences | Well-draining, organically enriched soil; mulch in sandy beds. |
| Sun Exposure | Bright light drives the color. |
| Water Needs | Moderate. |
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