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    The croton 'Petra' is an evergreen shrub native to southern Asia and the western Pacific islands that prefers hot, humid weather. It needs partial shade, well-draining soil, moderate watering, and fertilizer once a week to stay healthy. The plant is susceptible to diseases like crown gall and anthracnose, and pests like mealybugs and whiteflies that can be treated with pesticides following label directions.

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    The croton 'Petra' is an evergreen shrub native to southern Asia and the western Pacific islands that prefers hot, humid weather. It needs partial shade, well-draining soil, moderate watering, and fertilizer once a week to stay healthy. The plant is susceptible to diseases like crown gall and anthracnose, and pests like mealybugs and whiteflies that can be treated with pesticides following label directions.

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    The croton 'Petra' is an evergreen shrub native to southern Asia and the western Pacific islands that prefers hot, humid weather. It needs partial shade, well-draining soil, moderate watering, and fertilizer once a week to stay healthy. The plant is susceptible to diseases like crown gall and anthracnose, and pests like mealybugs and whiteflies that can be treated with pesticides following label directions.

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    The croton 'Petra' (Codiaeum variegatum 'Petra')

    is an evergreen shrub native to southern Asia and


    the western Pacific islands. It prefers hot, humid
    weather and grows only in U. S. Department of
    Agriculture zones 9b through 11. In other climates,
    croton can be grown in containers and kept
    indoors during cold weather. This distinctive,
    variegated plant needs special care to stay healthy
    in all climate zones.

    Soil Requirements

    Plant your croton outdoors in a location with well-drained, humus-rich soil. For
    indoor growing, use a large container with unobstructed holes in the bottom and a
    commercial potting soil designed to provide good drainage. Add a layer of gravel to the
    bottom of the pot to improve drainage even more.

    Lighting Needs

    Place your croton where it will receive six to eight hours of bright, unfiltered sunlight
    each day. Provide shade from direct summer sun during the hottest part of the day.

    Temperature Demands

    Maintain a consistent temperature between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Outdoors,


    avoid low spots that may become very cool on winter evenings. Move container-grown
    plants indoors when the temperature becomes too high or too low.

    Watering Frequency

    Irrigate moderately and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
    Water about once per week for outdoor plants. During the winter, water less often,
    keeping soil moist but not wet. Spray the leaves of indoor plants with lukewarm water
    once per day.

    Fertilizer Obligations

    Fertilize your croton about once per week with a 3-1-2 liquid fertilizer, or less
    frequently using a slow-release form. If the plant seems to be stunted or suffering from
    a nutritional deficiency, increase fertilizer quantities slowly, since too much can cause
    the leaf colors to become dull.

    Diseases to Watch For

    Croton petra plants are susceptible to the bacterial


    diseases crown gall and xanthomonas leaf spot, and the
    fungal diseases anthracnose and stem gall and canker.
    Both crown gall and stem gall and canker present with
    swelling on the plant's stems, leaf veins and roots and
    require the pruning of all infected parts in order to be
    controlled. Xanthomonas leaf spot is identified through
    the dark brown and black lesions that appear on the
    leaves. A copper containing bactericide can be used
    preventatively, but once the plant is infected, it will need
    to be eliminated. If your plant has anthracnose, you'll
    notice water spots that turn tan and sometimes have black dots in the center.
    Treatment involves applying a copper-based fungicide and then removing all infected
    plants if the fungicide isn't effective.

    Common Pests

    Gardeners are also going to need to keep an eye out for the following pests: fungus
    gnats, mealybugs, mites, scales, shore flies, thrips and whiteflies. Each of these insects
    is tiny and may require a magnifying glass to spot. Fortunately, pesticides, when
    applied using proper safety precautions and following the directions on the product
    label, are extremely effective against the insects.

    Tip

    Re-pot indoor crotons every two years to encourage healthy growth. Container-grown
    plants may require more fertilizer than landscape crotons.

    Warning

    The croton can cause stomach upset or skin irritation. Do not plant this species where
    pets or children can access it. Crotons are sensitive to salt spray and soil salinity and
    must be planted away from saline areas.

    Things Needed

     Water soluble fertilizer


     Large container with drainage holes (optional)
     Potting soil (optional)
     Gravel (optional)

    Warnings

     The croton can cause stomach upset or skin irritation. Do not plant this species where
    pets or children can access it.
     Crotons are sensitive to salt spray and soil salinity and must be planted away from saline
    areas.

    Tips

     Re-pot indoor crotons every two years to encourage healthy growth.


     Container-grown plants may require more fertilizer than landscape crotons.

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