Blog: Wicker Home & Patio Furniture

Ideas to create the perfect retreat indoors or out using wicker

  • Home
  • Features
    • Industry Terms
    • Patio and Yard
    • Sunrooms
    • Wicker Furnishings
  • Commentary
  • News
  • Shop Now
Croton Leaves Are Fading – Why Is My Croton Losing Its Color

Croton Leaves Are Fading – Why Is My Croton Losing Its Color

Last Modified April 11, 2018 By Staff Writer

Even though the Garden Croton is normally grown outdoors in zones 9-11, it can be a beautiful indoor plant in any zone. And although very colorful with tones of red, orange, yellow and even purple in its leaves, growing conditions indoors and lead to loss of color. Crotons are native to tropical climates giving them bright light year round. However, during winter, or while growing indoors, lower light conditions can lead to the fading of the normally bright colors. If growing indoors, be sure to place the plant near the sunniest window, or provide a grow light. In addition, a balanced, slow release fertilizer will help keep the Croton in full color.

Key Takeaways:

  • When croton leaves lose their color, it is generally because they are not getting enough light.
  • In the winter, croton plants should be kept indoors within five feet of a sunny window.
  • Croton plants should be fertilized two to three times a year, preferable with a slow-release fertilizer.

“Their striking red, orange and yellow-striped leaves make the extra work worthwhile.”

Read more: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/croton/croton-losing-its-color.htm

(abstract 3DW3BNF1GH6KT1QQUTRVPXULF9WV8Q 3R2PKQ87NXXXE46OFP7X3A1A70XMIS A1VWT23HZSYSH3)(authorquote 3AC6MFV69K6UVWWTYUA4NG0G630ZHH 3R2PKQ87NXXXE46OFP7X3A1A702IMT A2WS4XVBKNLMCO)(keypoints 3N2YPY1GI6M1220H7WDVH7Q7RUIEVX 3HFNH7HEMI3A3SYLHUEBZ78Z3LEGQO A13ZQSOMIZAN4Y)

Related posts:

  1. What Is Brahmi: Learn About Brahmi Plant Care And Garden Uses
  2. 10 Herbs that Grow Indoors all Year Long
  3. Care Of Outdoor Croton Plants: How To Grow A Croton Outdoors
  4. Potato Plants Under Leaves: How To Grow Potatoes In Leaves
  5. Black Pitcher Plant Leaves – Why Nepenthes Leaves Are Turning Black

Filed Under: Commentary

  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

MOST POPULAR

Painter General Contractor

Selecting a General Contractor

Home with green grass

Home Improvement Projects That Add Value

Add Ambiance with Wicker

Bar Harbor Indoor Wicker Furniture in Coffee Finish

Finding Wicker’s Place In Colonial American Decor

About · Contact Us · Privacy Policy · Terms of Use · Shop Now
Copyright © 2023 · Wicker Home & Patio Furniture