{"product_id":"croton-mango-standard-codiaeum-variegatum","title":"Croton ‘Mango’ Standard (Codiaeum variegatum)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"52\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"52\"\u003eCroton ‘Mango’ Standard (Codiaeum variegatum)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eCroton ‘Mango’ Standard is a vibrant tropical showpiece known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"149\"\u003ebold mango-like tones\u003c\/strong\u003e—a rich mix of \u003cstrong data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"204\"\u003egreen, yellow, gold, orange, and red\u003c\/strong\u003e—and its elegant \u003cstrong data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"251\"\u003etree-form “standard” shape\u003c\/strong\u003e (a clear trunk with a rounded canopy). It’s perfect for making a polished, high-end statement in entryways, patios, and bright interiors. In very bright light, the colors become richer and the canopy stays fuller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indoor spaces, sunny patios, entryways, tropical landscape accents, and anyone who wants a colorful croton in a tree form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"616\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"642\"\u003e🌿 Plant Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"685\"\u003eCodiaeum variegatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Croton ‘Mango’ Standard, Mango Croton Tree\u003cbr data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"750\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"765\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical evergreen foliage shrub (trained standard\/tree form)\u003cbr data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, leathery leaves with warm multicolor variegation (each plant is unique)\u003cbr data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"941\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright shrub trained as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"981\"\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e (single trunk + rounded canopy)\u003cbr data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003eIndoors\/containers:\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly ~3–6 ft tall (varies by training, pot size, and light)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eOutdoors (warm climates):\u003c\/strong\u003e can grow larger over time\u003cbr data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eVisual Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-color tropical statement “tree” plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12 outdoors (grown as a houseplant elsewhere)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e🪴 Care \u0026amp; Maintenance Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e🌞 Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1385\"\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=\"1455\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003eOutdoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade (morning sun is ideal)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e More light = stronger orange\/red\/yellow tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1593\"\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=\"1689\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003eWater when the top \u003cstrong data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e1–2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e of soil begin to dry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003eKeep soil evenly moist but never soggy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eTip: Crotons dislike drying out completely—consistent moisture helps prevent leaf drop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003e🪨 Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003eRich, well-draining potting mix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eAdd perlite for extra drainage if needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eDrainage holes required for container-grown plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eIdeal temperature: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003e65–85°F (18–29°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2171\"\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=\"2217\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003eAvoid drafts and temperatures below \u003cstrong data-start=\"2255\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e60°F (16°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003e🌿 Fertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003eFeed every \u003cstrong data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2323\"\u003e4–6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e during spring and summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003eUse a balanced houseplant fertilizer at label rate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eReduce feeding in fall\/winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e✂️ Pruning \u0026amp; Shape (Standard Form)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003eLightly trim the canopy to maintain a rounded shape and encourage fullness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003eRemove damaged leaves as needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003eTip: Rotate the pot occasionally to keep the “tree” canopy balanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2672\" data-end=\"2692\"\u003e⚠️ Common Issues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2777\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2777\"\u003eLeaf drop: sudden changes in light\/temperature, drafts, or inconsistent watering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2811\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2811\"\u003eFaded color: not enough light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2858\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2814\" data-end=\"2858\"\u003eBrown edges: low humidity or underwatering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2859\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003ePests: spider mites\/scale\/mealybugs—treat early if detected\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2927\" data-end=\"2956\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2956\"\u003e📦 What You’ll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"3238\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"3039\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"3039\"\u003eOne healthy \u003cstrong data-start=\"2971\" data-end=\"3020\"\u003eCroton ‘Mango’ Standard (Codiaeum variegatum)\u003c\/strong\u003e in a nursery pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3096\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3096\"\u003eTrained in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3055\" data-end=\"3077\"\u003estandard\/tree form\u003c\/strong\u003e (trunk + canopy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3097\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3171\"\u003eNatural variations in leaf color, pattern, and canopy shape are normal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3238\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3174\" data-end=\"3238\"\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=\"3240\" data-end=\"3243\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3248\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003e✅ Acclimation Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3459\"\u003eAfter delivery, place in a warm, stable spot with very bright light and avoid moving it repeatedly. 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