Croton Petra (2)
Product details
| Management number | 214753369 | Release Date | 2026/04/12 | List Price | $20.00 | Model Number | 214753369 | ||
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The Croton Petra is a stunning tropical evergreen that brings vibrant color to any space with its spectacular variegated foliage. Each leaf emerges in rich green and transforms into a brilliant display of yellow, orange, and red hues, creating a living work of art that captivates the eye. With its upright growth habit, this striking plant typically matures to an impressive 5-7 feet tall and 2-5 feet wide, making it an ideal choice as an accent plant, container specimen, or colorful hedge. These starter plants arrive at less than 12 inches tall, ready to grow into magnificent mature specimens. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, the Croton Petra requires regular watering without overdoing it, and prefers well-drained soil conditions. Hardy in zones 9-11, this tropical beauty performs best when fertilized weekly with a 3-1-2 liquid fertilizer. Perfect for adding bold color and tropical flair to your landscape or patio, the Croton Petra transforms ordinary spaces into extraordinary displays of natural beauty throughout the spring to fall growing season.
- VIBRANT FOLIAGE: Croton Petra features stunning variegated leaves in bold shades of green, yellow, orange, and red that add tropical color to any landscape or container garden
- MATURE SIZE: This upright tropical evergreen typically grows 5-7 feet tall and 2-5 feet wide, making it perfect as an accent plant, hedge, or focal point in your outdoor space
- GROWING CONDITIONS: Thrives in full sun to partial shade with regular watering in well-drained soil; hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and suitable for spring to fall planting
- STARTER PLANT: Ships as a young plant less than 12 inches tall in a black plastic container, ready to grow into a magnificent mature specimen with proper care
- CARE REQUIREMENTS: Feed weekly with 3-1-2 liquid fertilizer or use slow-release formula; avoid overwatering to maintain vibrant leaf colors and healthy growth
| Color | Green, Yellow, Orange, Red |
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| Soil Type | Well-drained Soil |
| Brand Name | Generic |
| Style Name | Tropical Evergreen Shrub |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Item Weight | 3 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Carlo's Plant Farm |
| Planter Color | Black |
| Moisture Needs | Moderate Watering |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Material Features | Live Plant, Tropical Evergreen, Variegated Foliage |
| Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Container Material | Plastic |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9–11 |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Expected Plant Height | 72 Inches |
| Seed Treatment Method | Live Plant (Not Seed) |
| Expected Planting Period | Year-round (warm climates) |
| Product Care Instructions | Water regularly but do not overwater. Fertilize about once per week with a 3-1-2 liquid fertilizer or use a slow-release fertilizer less frequently. If growth appears stunted, increase fertilizer gradually. Excess fertilizer may dull leaf coloration. |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Ideal for Accent, Container, or Hedge Planting, Tropical Evergreen, Upright Growth Habit, Variegated Foliage |
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