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CROTONSCroton Plants (Codiaeum variegatum, Graptophyllum excelsum and other species)Also refered to as the caricature plant, Graptophyllum pictum is one common crotons found in sub tropical to tropical gardens. Crotons are a tropical foliage plant or tree originally from The Pacific Islands and Indonesia. In cooler areas Crotons are used widely as an indoor plant. Croton plants are so popular the even have their own society The Croton Society.
Codiaeum variegatum is perhaps the most popular of the genus. Cultivars include Croton Afrika, Congo, Thamara Ice, Zambesi, Rina, Petra, Mammy, Zanzibar, Thai Princess and Picasso's Paintbrush . Croton Care and growing informationCrotons require a reasonable amount of light to develop the color in the foliage that we all admire. Crotons do not like to dry out and prefer warm and humid rather than hot and dry conditions. Feed crotons throughout spring and summer for best results. Crotons may be grown from cuttings, however they are not the easiest plant to grow. In commercial nurseries tissue culture is widely used. |
Croton Plants are available for sale from the following nurseries
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BYRON BAY BAMBOO AUSTRALIA 221 Kennedys Lane, Byron Bay NSW 2481 - 02 66848047 Crotons, bamboo, gingers, heliconias, ornamental grasses, cordylines plus many more. Sourcing the best quality tropical plants from Northern Rivers NSW - Weekly deliveries to QLD/NSW or Barerooted by Parcel Post. www.byronbamboo.com.au |
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NATIONAL TROPICAL PLANTS Wide range of rare, unusual & general tropical plants, flowering & foliage plants, palms, coconuts, succulents, and many others. Super fast postage, affordable quality & personalised service! Australia wide except Tas & W.A. www.nationaltropicals.com.au |