Crotons are one of the most popular houseplants thanks to their vividly patterned, multicolored leaves. But these tropical plants can be a little finicky, responding to problems with their care or ...

When used in landscapes, plant 2 to 3 feet apart in fertile well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Combine crotons with annuals or mixed ornamentals that compliment or contrast the color ...

Croton Magnificent. Light: Full sun to part shade, very bright indoor light Height: 3-6 feet Spread: 3-4 feet USDA Hardiness Zone: 10 Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle ...

This week's Houseplants 101 shines a spotlight on a plant that's colorful (croton) and one that's all green but makes up for its appearance with its beneficial qualities (aloe vera).

Also known as the Jamaican croton, this full caricature plant looks like a pastel-colored croton. The texture, however, of latex-like leaves is very different from that of the Codiaeum variegatum ...

It has been called the world's most colorful shrub, which is certainly not an exaggeration, and I have been in love with it ever since I made my first visit to the Caribbean 30 years ago.