What keeps a croton from growing? I have had one for about 2 years, it still hasn't filled out.?

The pot I planted it in was only about 2 times bigger than the pot it came in, I fertilize with all-purpose houseplant food about once every other month. I have it in a room that gets indirect sunlight. I don't know anything else I could do for it.


Thanks for any help on this!

What keeps a croton from growing? I have had one for about 2 years, it still hasn't filled out.?
Croton plants are known for their bright tropical foliage, which is multi-colored and exotic in appearance. The foliage contains stiff leaves pointing upward and has a wax-like feel to them. The Croton plant requires moderate to bright light, so keep the plant within 3 - 5 feet of a window receiving sunlight.





Croton plant varieties require heavy watering as well as high humidity. Misting the plant once or twice a week appears to be sufficient for accommodating the Croton's humidity needs if you live in an area with low humidity levels. Keep the plants soil moist at all times.


If leaves begin to fall off or slope downward, you are probably not providing the plant with enough water. If the leaves edges become wilted, this may be an indication that you are over watering the plant. Try cutting down on how often you water and see if that improves the leaves appearance. The Croton also prefers warm temperatures up to 80 degrees F.





Overall, I have found that Croton's are a medium to high maintenance house plant. They are extremely touchy in terms of how much water they are given or not given.





Crotons are one of the many poisonous houseplants. Please keep these houseplants up and away from pets and children.
Reply:They will wilt if the soil completely dries out. Crisp crunchy leaf ends indicate soil is staying too moist. Cut off the top of the stem, back to the joining leaf or axil. This keeps them bushy.





This site has tips on growing these plants. Maybe it can help.





http://www.crotons.org/
Reply:Any plant that's put in a pot that much bigger won't produce for you because the roots are taking over in the available space.





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