Croton Petra 4 Inch - Potted
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Croton, the botanical celebrity craving attention, spotlight, and tropical humidity. As one of the Best Indoor Plants, it's a living statement piece purifying your air. Propagate if generous, styling it in a pot signaling "high-society foliage." Get ready for the botanical spectacle – Croton, the diva transforming your home into a horticultural theater!
Default Nursery Pot or Upgrade to a Chic Chive Pot
Our plants come in the standard nursery pot unless you opt for one of our snazzy Chive pots. Keep in mind, each plant is a unique snowflake—size, shape, and quirks may vary. We do our best to deliver a plant that resembles the online glam shot and will thrive in your home, but perfection is a tall order.
Pot Size vs. Plant Size: It’s Not You, It’s the Container
We like to keep things almost simple—plants are measured by the size of the pot they’re in, not how tall or fabulous they currently are. When someone says a plant is “in a 6-inches,” they’re talking about the diameter of the container, not the plant itself. That gorgeous fiddle leaf fig might be towering over your sofa while technically still being “in a 10-inch pot.” Height? Totally subjective. It depends on the plant species, its mood that day, and how mature it feels like being. So next time you’re plant shopping and wondering why your “small” monstera could double as a room divider—blame the pot. Not the plant.
Pick Up for Free or Get it Delivered Same-Day
For fourteen bucks, we'll deliver your new leafy friend across Toronto—cheaper than therapy, pricier than a TTC fare. Or schlep to our Queen West shop, where the air is thick with oxygen and the quiet desperation of millennials seeking purpose through plant parenthood.
For those with botanical FOMO, our same-day delivery hotline awaits (437-777-5021). Just ring up our sleep-deprived plant pushers, ready to enable your chlorophyll addiction at a moment's notice.
All Our Online Plants Are Hanging Out at Our Downtown Toronto Store For Pickup Too
If next day delivery is to long of a wait to get your botanical fix. Drag your carbon-based form to our Queen St. West sanctuary of sap and soil. Here, nestled between overpriced coffee shops and vintage stores selling someone's grandfather's suits, we dispense plants and leafy wisdom like modern-day Druids. We're not just plant peddlers; we're chlorophyll cognoscenti, the Mensa of mulch, if you will. Come, let us dazzle you with our botanical brilliance. We're smarter than Google, if Google had roots.
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How to take care of your Croton
If you like your houseplants as bold and sassy as your wardrobe, the Croton plant (Codiaeum variegatum) might just be your perfect match. With its dazzling technicolor leaves that scream “look at me,” the Croton makes a vibrant statement in any indoor jungle. But don’t be fooled by its show-stopping good looks—this plant has a bit of a diva reputation. Treat it right, and it’ll thrive. Ignore its needs, and it’ll throw a leafy tantrum.
Care Level
Medium: Needs some attention
Croton care isn't rocket science, but this isn’t a “set-it-and-forget-it” succulent either. Consider it a medium-level plant: it needs attention but won’t punish you for missing a watering once in a while.
Think of the Croton like a drama-loving friend. Give it the right lighting, warmth, and a little humidity, and it’ll thrive. Take away the spotlight (aka sunlight), and it’ll sulk—usually in the form of dropping leaves.
Light Requirements
This is a sun-worshipper through and through. Croton plants need bright, indirect light to keep those famous leaves as colorful as a 90s windbreaker. Inadequate light equals dull foliage, and trust us, nobody wants a faded Croton.
Ideal placement? Right by a sunny window where it gets plenty of filtered light. East or west-facing windows are perfect. Just keep it out of direct afternoon sun, or those gorgeous leaves might crisp up.
Watering
Crotons like their soil consistently moist—but not soaked. Overwatering leads to root rot. Underwatering? You guessed it—leaf drop. The key is to water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
During spring and summer (a.k.a. growing season), water a bit more often. In the cooler months, cut back and let the soil dry out a little more between waterings.
Humidity and Temperature
Crotons love humidity. If you’re in a dry climate or blasting your heat in the winter, consider placing a humidifier nearby or giving the plant occasional mistings. They thrive in temperatures between 60°F and 85°F—so no cold drafts, please. A chilly breeze will have your Croton shedding leaves faster than a dog in summer.
Soil
Use a well-draining potting mix—something rich in organic matter but with good drainage. A mix designed for tropical plants or a standard houseplant mix with some perlite works great.
Fertilize your Croton plant once a month during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer (diluted to half strength). Don’t fertilize in the winter—give your plant a break, it’s earned it.
Interaction with Pets
Here’s the bad news: Crotons are not pet-friendly. Their sap contains compounds that can cause stomach upset, vomiting, or worse if ingested by dogs, cats, or curious toddlers. Keep them out of reach—or skip the Croton if your pets have a taste for foliage.
Croton Family
The Croton plant is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It’s part of the Euphorbiaceae family, which is just a fancy way of saying, “this plant is related to poinsettias and also mildly toxic.” The Croton is known for its leathery leaves splashed with vibrant shades of yellow, orange, red, green, and even purple. There are dozens of varieties, each one a unique burst of color and leaf shape.
In short: it’s basically the peacock of houseplants.
The Self-Watering Pot Who’s More Responsible Than Most Roommates
Remembering to water your plants is a noble goal, but life happens (and sometimes Netflix just won’t pause itself). Stylish, smart, and suspiciously more nurturing than your last situationship. Ryan the self-watering pot has a built-in reservoir that keeps your green buddy hydrated without you having to lift a finger—Making sure your plant stays alive even when you forget it exists. Finally, a Ryan you can actually trust.
Feed Your Plants Like You Actually Know What You’re Doing
Your plants called—they're tired of your "just water and hope" approach. Give themVerteRx, the premium plant food packed with vitamins and growth boosters. Stronger roots, lusher leaves, and fewer judgmental stares from your fiddle-leaf fig. Because even plants deserve proper nutrition (unlike your diet).
14-Day Chive Guarantee
If your plant’s having a mid-life crisis, reach out within 14 days of purchase and we’ll try to fix it. We can’t promise plant miracles, but we’ll do our best to help babies look happy and green again. Love your plant but not vibing with your pot or accessories? Return them within 30 days, or swap them for ones that are more your vibe.
Lifetime Support
Plants acting weird? Or not looking like it's usually happy self? Our "experts" (they talk to plants, we don't judge) are standing by to decipher your green buddy's mood swings or temper tantrums. Drop us a line and let’s sort out your green buddy’s issues. We’re here to guide you and your plant through its drama.
Same-Day GTA Delivery
Can't leave your couch? No problem! We'll deliver plants across Toronto, Mississauga, Scarborough, Richmondmill, Markham and Vaughan starting at $14 for our standard next-day delivery. For quick same-day just give us a call when ordering. We're like Uber Eats for plants - minus the chance of your ficus arriving half-eaten.
