Petra
Croton — Codiaeum variegatum
Petra is a tropical foliage selection grown for its broad, leathery leaves patterned in vivid shades of green, yellow, orange, and red.
This plant is also called: Croton (French), 洒金榕 (Chinese), ヘンヨウボク (Japanese), Кодиеум пестрый (Russian), كوديم متباين (Arabic), โกสน (Thai), Puring (Indonesian), Kroton (Turkish). Names from public plant databases.
| Size / pot | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Gallon | 16.00 USD | In stock |
Stock checked 35 minutes ago.
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Plant facts
- Cultivar
- Petra
- Plant type
- Tropical foliage shrub
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Hardiness zones
- 11-12 (in Florida grown outdoors in zones 10b-11 with cold protection)
- Chill hours
- None
- Pollination
- Not applicable (not grown for fruit)
- Mature size
- 2-8 ft tall, 2-6 ft wide
- Sun exposure
- full sun to partial shade; bright light gives best leaf color
- Harvest season
- Ornamental foliage; not grown for harvest
Growing results vary with your climate, site, care and weather. The information shown here is general guidance and does not guarantee how a plant will perform once planted at your property. For performance related issues, please reference our care guides.
Petra Croton performs best in bright light and rich, well-drained soil with moderate moisture and humidity. It is sensitive to cold and should be protected from frost and sudden temperature changes.
Florida hardiness zones
This plant is rated for zones 10 to 12. Zones it suits are outlined in the key.
- 8b
- 9a
- 9b
- 10a (suits this plant)
- 10b (suits this plant)
- 11a (suits this plant)
- 11b (suits this plant)
Delivery and installation
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