{"product_id":"croton-king-of-siam-codiaeum-variegatum","title":"Croton ‘King of Siam’ (Codiaeum variegatum)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"50\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"50\"\u003eCroton ‘King of Siam’ (Codiaeum variegatum)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"409\"\u003eCroton ‘King of Siam’ is a premium, high-color croton prized for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"146\"\u003ebold tropical foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e and rich tones that can include \u003cstrong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"228\"\u003edeep green, yellow, orange, red, and burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e (color varies by light and season). It’s an instant statement plant for bright interiors, patios, and warm-climate landscapes—bringing “wow” color and texture wherever it’s placed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indoor spaces, sunny patios, entryways, tropical landscape accents, and anyone who wants intense foliage color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"575\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"575\"\u003e🌿 Plant Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"624\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eCodiaeum variegatum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"684\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Croton ‘King of Siam’, Garden Croton\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"739\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"704\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical evergreen foliage shrub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"837\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, leathery leaves with bold multicolor variegation (each plant is unique)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"909\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, bushy form; can be shaped with pruning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"930\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eIndoors\/containers:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~2–5 ft tall (varies by pot size and light)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eOutdoors (warm climates):\u003c\/strong\u003e ~4–8+ ft tall in ideal conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1092\"\u003eVisual Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-color tropical statement plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12 outdoors (grown as a houseplant elsewhere)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e🪴 Care \u0026amp; Maintenance Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e🌞 Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eBest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very bright, indirect light indoors, or several hours of gentle sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eOutdoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade (morning sun is ideal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e More light = stronger reds\/oranges\/yellows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep shade (faded color, leaf drop) and harsh afternoon sun in extreme heat (possible scorch)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eWater when the top \u003cstrong data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e1–2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e of soil begin to dry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist but \u003cstrong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003enever soggy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crotons dislike drying out completely—steady moisture helps prevent leaf drop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003e🪨 Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eRich, well-draining potting mix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1842\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eAdd perlite for extra drainage if needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003eDrainage holes required\u003c\/strong\u003e for container-grown plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eIdeal temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65–85°F (18–29°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2025\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003emoderate to high humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e (helps prevent crispy edges and leaf drop)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003eAvoid cold drafts and temperatures below \u003cstrong data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e60°F (16°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e🌿 Fertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eFeed every \u003cstrong data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003e4–6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e during spring and summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003eUse a balanced houseplant fertilizer (follow label directions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003eReduce feeding in fall\/winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e✂️ Pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003ePinch or trim to encourage a fuller, bushier shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eRemove damaged leaves as needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eRotate the pot occasionally for even growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e⚠️ Common Issues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2617\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eLeaf drop:\u003c\/strong\u003e sudden changes in light\/temperature, drafts, or inconsistent watering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2620\" data-end=\"2636\"\u003eFaded color:\u003c\/strong\u003e not enough light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2658\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003eBrown edges:\u003c\/strong\u003e low humidity or underwatering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003ePests:\u003c\/strong\u003e spider mites\/scale\/mealybugs—treat early if detected\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2777\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"2808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2808\"\u003e📦 What You’ll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"3036\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2889\"\u003eOne healthy \u003cstrong data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003eCroton ‘King of Siam’ (Codiaeum variegatum)\u003c\/strong\u003e in a nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2969\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2892\" data-end=\"2969\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2892\" data-end=\"2918\"\u003eEvery plant is unique:\u003c\/strong\u003e leaf color patterns and intensity vary naturally\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3036\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"3036\"\u003eMinor cosmetic leaf marks may occur from normal growing\/handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3046\" data-end=\"3067\"\u003e✅ Acclimation Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3068\" data-end=\"3284\"\u003eAfter delivery, place your croton in a warm, stable spot with \u003cstrong data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3151\"\u003every bright light\u003c\/strong\u003e and avoid moving it repeatedly. Allow \u003cstrong data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3202\"\u003e2–4 days\u003c\/strong\u003e to adjust before repotting. Water only if the top of the soil has started to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3289\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3294\" data-end=\"3312\"\u003e⚠️ Safety Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3489\"\u003eCroton sap can be \u003cstrong data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003eirritating to skin\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the plant is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3372\" data-end=\"3393\"\u003etoxic if ingested\u003c\/strong\u003e (pets and children). 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