Your Croton Petra will do best in a bright spot, as it needs lots of light (if possible 4-6 hrs, per day) to produce all those colorful leaves! If your croton does not get enough light, you might find the plant grows tall and lanky with spare leaves lacking the rich, dark hues.

When the soil begins to dry out, water the plant thoroughly until the water flows out the bottom of the container. They are not as thirsty as other indoor plants but will drop leaves if kept too dry. Please take note that any wilting for a Croton means there is too much water.

Crotons appreciate a generous amount of humidity. You can boost the humidity around it by misting the leaves once a week or placing it in a well-lit often steamy bathroom.

This plant prefers temperatures between 60-70 degrees. Keep your Croton Petra away from drafts and cold areas like a window or door in the winter.

Use a general houseplant fertilizer once in early spring, once in early summer, and again in mid-summer. Do not feed in the fall or winter.

Don’t panic if your plant drops a few leaves upon arrival. Generally, the Croton Petra does not like to be moved, so a few falling leaves within a week doesn’t mean you are doing anything wrong.  

Moderately toxic to pets and humans. Typically, ingestion will cause mouth and stomach irritation and possible vomiting.