Bold, Multi-Colored Foliage for High-Impact 

The Croton Petra (Codiaeum variegatum ‘Petra’) is one of the most striking landscape plants for tropical and warm-climate gardens. Known for its brilliant mix of green, yellow, orange, and red-veined leaves, this vibrant shrub delivers instant visual impact wherever it’s planted. Its glossy, colorful foliage makes it a standout choice for entryways, borders, foundation beds, poolside areas, and decorative landscape accents.

Thriving in full sun to partial shade. Croton Petra performs best in warm, humid environments where its colors intensify with sunlight. This plant brings structure and bold contrast to garden designs, pairing beautifully with palms, hedges, and flowering shrubs. It’s also low-maintenance, needing only occasional watering and routine care to maintain its full, lush form.

Whether used as a standalone feature or planted in masses for a dramatic display, Croton Petra adds personality and year-round color to both residential and commercial landscapes.

✨ Key Features:

• Stunning multi-colored foliage in green, yellow, orange & red

• Excellent for borders, foundation plants & tropical accents

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade

• Heat-tolerant and low-maintenance

• Provides year-round color in warm climates

• Ideal for residential homes, resorts & commercial landscapes

🌱 Why Choose Croton Petra?

With its unmatched color and dependable performance, Croton Petra is a top choice for creating high-impact, tropical-inspired landscapes. Its bold, multi-colored foliage brings depth and vibrancy to any outdoor setting, making it one of the best decorative shrubs for warm-weather garden designs. Perfect for West Palm Beach residents seeking a low-effort yet high-impact tropical plant, Croton ‘Petra’ delivers striking texture, rich contrast, and long-lasting color, enhancing any greenery lineup with ease.

Pot Diameter: 10"
Pot Volume: 3 gallons

The plant comes in a standard plastic grower’s pot. Decorative pots are sold separately—please visit our pottery section to purchase pottery.