SHOESTRING Tropical Croton Live Plant Thin Leaves Vivid Color Golden Yellow Indoor or Outdoor 4 Inch Pot Starter Size Emeralds R

Codiaeum variegatum or Crotons are a big species of tropical shrubs with variegated colored leaves native to Malaysia and Eastern Pacific Rim. There are thousands of different varieties, and are the perfect choice to brighten up a shady garden spot, or sprinkle around in pots anywhere that a dash of brilliant color and or texture is wanted.

They work great in pots and dish gardens can be successfully wintered over with full spectrum light in colder climates or is often grown as an annual.

The Shoestring Croton is an old heirloom Croton with very narrow strapped leaves that grow close and tight to the stem.

It is a moderately quick growing, small statured croton that will reach a mature height of only about 3 feet, and is easily maintained smaller, if desired. It lends contrast and texture to lightly shaded gardens, can be adapted grow indoors, or incorporate in garden pots and dish gardens. The variegation will vary with the age of the growth, available light, temperature, and nutrition.