Gold Dust Croton

Description

• Gold Dust Croton (Codiaeum variegatum) is a vibrant tropical plant known for its colorful foliage. It features glossy leaves with variegated patterns of yellow, orange, and red, resembling gold dust.

Features & Benefits 

• Adds a bold and tropical touch to indoor or outdoor spaces, perfect for gardens, patios, or as a houseplant.
• Resilient and adaptable, tolerating a range of temperatures and soil conditions.
• Can be pruned to shape or maintain desired size, allowing for customization in landscape design.
• May produce small inconspicuous flowers, but primarily grown for its vibrant foliage.
• Features striking, colorful leaves with splashes of yellow, orange, and red against a green backdrop, resembling gold dust.
• Grows as a shrub or small tree, typically reaching about 3 to 6 feet in height.

Care Guide

• Light: Requires bright, indirect light indoors. Outdoors, prefers partial shade to full sun with protection from intense afternoon sun.
• Watering: Water once a week, keeping soil consistently moist during the growing season. Allow the top inch to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter.
• Humidity: Prefers high humidity. Mist foliage regularly or use a humidity tray.
• Fertilization: Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. Avoid fertilizing in winter.
• Pruning: Trim to maintain desired size and shape, removing leggy or damaged growth.
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