Baby Codiaeum 'Petra'

This vivid Croton plant brings an explosion of colour and a tropical feel to the room. It boasts stiff leathery green leaves that are variegated in shades of red, pink, orange and yellow.

Croton plants are generally easy to care for. They thrive in a warm, bright spot and can tolerate some direct sunlight (but avoid too much as it can scorch the leaves). The brighter the spot you choose for your new plant, the more vibrant the leaf colour will be. Croton prefers lightly moist soil but doesn’t enjoy being waterlogged so let the soil drain well and let the top 2cm dry out before watering again.

Codiaeum is often referred to as ‘Joseph’s Coat’ because of the array of rich, vibrant colours it comes in. This variety features a rainbow of colours that create an eye-catching focal point.

Growing your Croton from its baby stage and watching it mature over time, from a tiny leafy stem to a healthy, fully grown plant is a delight to witness.

It’s not unusual to give your plant a name… so don’t hesitate to choose one that you think suits the plant! Try naming your plant with the first name or word that you think of when you look at it - that’s how we ended up with an orchid named Clover and spider plant called Joseph.