Your Croton should be repotted with care and in this article we go over exactly how to do it. Coming from the Euphorbiaceae family of plants, it is a good idea to look at other types of Houseplant to make the best decision when repotting as all Houseplant plants can be repotted in similar ways.
Croton – How to repot for best results
Read on for a simple yet effective three step process for repotting and growing your Croton.
First of all, get prepared for repotting Croton
Plan out how and when you’ll get your Croton loose to repot it. Consider how much water your Croton needs before repotting and look at the bloom time which is in Spring, summer, fall, winter and soil ph which is Acidic to ensure the repotting process goes well.
Second of all, Take your Croton out of the original pot
Croton can be removed simply by loosening up with a few bangs on the side of the pot and the be turned upside down very carefully so as to not harm your Croton as it comes out.
Third and finally, repot Croton to a new pot
Achieving success in repotting Croton would be more likely if you used the ideal soil type of Moist, well-drained soil. Fill in any air pockets in the new pot of your Croton with this soil and give it a final water afterwards. Perhaps even get your hands on more similar plants like Cordyline so you can repot this and make use of any leftover soil afterwards.
What is the best way to take care of Croton?
Croton is not only relatively easy to repot but you should also be able to read on below for more information on it’s long term care to make sure it stays healthy for months to come.
What should you expect if you have repot Croton correctly?
To see your Croton reaching its full size of 3–8 ft. tall, 3–6 ft. wide requires your attention and care. Imagine it is a while after repotting and you have taken care of the plant in the right way. You’ll have the joy of seeing it burst into Yellow blooms precisely during Spring, summer, fall, winter time. This is achieved by taking care of your plant like you would any other similar plant like a Crocodile Fern. Using the right care and being patient after you repot is key.
After you have repot Croton, how should you take care of it?
Repotting your Croton requires a certain level of aftercare in order for it to reach its mature size of 3–8 ft. tall, 3–6 ft. wide. To repot in the best way, make sure you consider the hardiness zone of Croton if you live in the USA which is 11–12 (USDA) and compare your current climate to where the native area is (Asia). This ensures your Croton gets Full, partial exposure which is recommended.
Should you keep your repotted Croton inside or outside?
The reality is, there isn’t always one right answer for keeping Croton inside or out as temperatures change and you may be able to get away with both at different times of the year. Nonetheless, with some key pieces of information, you should be able to make an informed decision by looking at the hardiness zone that is recommended for the plant which is 11–12 (USDA). In addition to this, understanding the kind of climate that the plant is from and is used to which is Asia.
More information about Croton after repotting
Croton is from the family of Euphorbiaceae and you may have also known that it is a type of Houseplant which is toxic to people and toxic to pets once mature.
What is Croton called botanically?
Exploring the scientific and botanical names of Croton? Names such as Croton Codiaeum variegatum or Codiaeum variegatum might ring a bell. These names may be associated with repotting similar plants you could have heard of like Coral Cactus.