{"product_id":"croton-kaptain-kidd-copy-6-pot","title":"Croton (Gold Dust Thin Leaves) - 6\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eCodiaeum variegatum, the garden croton, is a vibrant tropical shrub famous for its bold, leathery leaves splashed with red, orange, yellow, and green. The colours intensify in bright light, making it one of the most striking foliage plants for Indian gardens, balconies, and bright interiors. Native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific, it loves warmth and humidity and grows happily outdoors across much of India. Indoors it needs the brightest spot available to keep its colours vivid. With good light, steady moisture, and warmth, croton stays compact, colourful, and dramatic throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEuphorbiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoutheast Asia and the western Pacific\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5-2 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5-1.5 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, leathery multicolour leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsignificant creamy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSummer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright light, including some direct sun, for best colour.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep evenly moist; water when top 2 cm dries.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, well-draining potting mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-32 C; protect from cold below 12 C.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh; mist regularly indoors.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced feed every 2-4 weeks in growing season.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrune to shape; pinch tips for bushiness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years in spring.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem cuttings.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpider mites, mealybugs, scale.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToxic to pets and humans; sap irritates skin.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;A bold colour accent for gardens, balconies, borders, and bright interiors. Often used in mass plantings and containers for tropical, vibrant displays.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Croton loves India\u0026amp;#039;s heat; grow it in bright light or morning sun for the most intense colours. Keep humidity high and watering steady, and shield it from cold winter drafts that cause leaf drop.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water a croton?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, watering when the top 2 cm dries. Avoid both drought and waterlogging, which cause leaf drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs bright light, including some direct sun, for vivid colours. In low light the leaves fade and turn greener.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs croton safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is toxic to cats and dogs, and the milky sap can irritate skin and the mouth if chewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my croton dropping leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaf drop is usually from cold, drafts, or sudden changes in light or watering. Keep it warm and consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate croton?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake stem-tip cuttings, let the sap dry, and root them in moist soil in a warm, humid spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, but only in the brightest spot available; otherwise the colours fade and growth becomes leggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every one to two years in spring into a slightly larger pot with rich, well-draining mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the colours fading?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFading usually means too little light. Move it somewhere brighter to restore the vivid tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it toxic to humans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the sap can irritate skin and is harmful if ingested. Wear gloves when pruning and keep it from children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed a balanced fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season and reduce in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51048175042806,"sku":"PLT-CROTONKAPTAI-P06-NA","price":70.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-g-croton-plant-codiaeum-variegatum-gold-dust-thin-leaves-plant_600x600_593e4d2e-81d1-4397-9b90-5fd7b1da8abd.jpg?v=1782711143","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/croton-kaptain-kidd-copy-6-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}