🌿 Croton 'Petra'
Codiaeum variegatum 'Petra'
A bold, iconic tropical shrub with broad leaves veined in vivid yellow, orange, and red — one of the most beloved and colorful Croton varieties for South Florida landscapes.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands
☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade
💧 Water: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred
📏 Size: Matures to 4-6 ft tall with an upright habit
🌸 Bloom Time: Grown for its bold foliage color, not blooms
🌱 Landscape Use: Excellent as a specimen, hedge, border, or container plant
🐾 Pet & Child Safety: Toxic to dogs, cats and children
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Plant in Coast of Maine Bar Harbor Blend and feed with Espoma Plant-Tone for lush, vivid foliage.