9 Tall Croton Varieties for Statement Indoors and Outdoors
31.08.2024 - 05:45
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Everybody knows that Crotons are woody, broadleaf shrubs that make perfect indoor plants. However, they can also be grown outdoors, especially in frost-free Southern climates. Even though you live in a colder region, you can keep them outside in warmer months.
The colorful foliage and low-maintenance nature make them one of the most sought-after tropical plants, but there is one problem—they are often overlooked, literally!
Yes, most Crotons are very compact, reaching only 3 feet in height. This is why they are not grown for their stature, but these varieties are different as they have a much larger frame. You’ll find the best ones below.
Botanical Name: Codiaeum variegatum ‘Petra’
Petra might be one of the most common Croton varieties, but there is nothing common about its height. If provided the right conditions, it can easily grow 3-4 feet tall in your home, but it is said that in a favorable location in your garden, the size may be even larger, 7-8 feet.
You won’t regret adding one to your plant collection as its large, leathery leaves show off the perfect blend of green, yellow, and red, making it mother nature’s modern art.
Once established, it will not need much babysitting. And that’s not all: It also has health benefits, as its broad leavespurify the air.
Botanical Name: Codiaeum variegatum ‘Eleanor Roosevelt’
Eleanor Roosevelt is anothertall croton with beautiful foliage. It can grow up to 6 feet tall, possessing long, narrow green leaves with yellowish spots on them (however, they mature to reddish color). It is the perfect choice for those who prefer simplistic and minimalistic beauty.
This plant originates from the tropical climates of Indonesia and the Eastern Pacific regions. Therefore, mimicking its natural