Oak Leaf Croton

Light Needs

Bright Direct Light to Bright Indirect Light

Mature Height

2 Feet

Mature Spread

1 Foot

Feature

Low Maintenance

Oak Leaf Croton has showy, colorful foliage that resembles oak leaves in autumn, offering dramatic splashes of color. Each leaf's color patterns are unique – ranging in color from yellow, red, orange, and green. The colors can change as the plant ages, and the most vibrant colors happen when Oak Leaf Crotons are placed in bright light. 

Best Locations For Growing Oak Leaf Croton

Crotons are sensitive to cold temperatures, chilly drafts, and insufficient humidity. By controlling these aspects of its environment, as well as providing nutrient-rich soil and plenty of bright light, you will have a healthy, happy plant. Place Oak Leaf in an area of your home that receives 6-8 hours daily of direct sunlight, in temperatures between 60 - 80 degrees F, and humidity levels above 50%. Croton is toxic particularly if ingested by cats, so place it in a spot that is difficult for your pets to access. 

Oak Leaf Croton Sunlight Requirements

Provide bright direct light for 6-8 hours daily. The best placement is in front of a south-facing window. These plants can be moved outdoors in the summer for even more robust growth. Make sure you acclimate them slowly to the brighter sunlight outdoors.

Oak Leaf Croton Care

Oak Leaf Crotons prefer well-draining soil with plenty of organic material added. They respond well to pruning, whether it’s to remove unhealthy portions of the plant, or you want to maintain a specific shape. Prune in the spring, trim above a leaf node, and only trim about 1/3 of the plant’s volume. Wipe the plant leaves off occasionally with a damp clean cloth if dust accumulates. 

Watering Oak Leaf Croton

Oak Leaf Croton likes moist soil but does not tolerate soggy conditions, so only water when you feel the top inch of soil is dry. Give them a good soak, allowing excess water to drain from the bottom of the container. Mist the plant leaves frequently. 

Feeding Oak Leaf Croton

Oak Leaf Croton will do best with the less-is-more fertilizing approach. Every other month, apply a liquid fertilizer with higher nitrogen and potassium levels – select one with a lower middle number such as NPK 3-1-2 or NPK 8-2-10. You may even find yourself switching between two different fertilizers throughout the spring and summer months. We recommend diluting the fertilizer to 1/2 the strength specified on the label to avoid any potential chemical burn to the root system.

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