Croton 'Picasso'

The Croton Picasso is a stunning statement plant featuring unique narrow elongated leaves with vibrant brushstroke-like variegation in red, yellow, orange, and green! This colorful beauty thrives in bright light and adds bold tropical color to any space - like having a living painting in your home.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Codiaeum variegatum 'Picasso's Paintbrush'
Common Names: Croton Picasso, Picasso's Paintbrush
Plant Family: Euphorbiaceae
Origin: Cultivar of tropical Croton
Special Feature: Unique narrow leaves with vibrant red, yellow, orange, and green variegation
Growth Habit: Upright bushy growth with colorful foliage

Care Instructions

💧 Water: When top 1-2 inches of soil are dry (every 5-7 days)
☀️ Light: Bright indirect to direct light (needs bright light for vibrant colors!)
🌡️ Temperature: 60-85°F
💨 Humidity: Moderate to high humidity (40-60%+) - mist regularly
🌱 Fertilizer: Feed every 4 weeks during growing season

Perfect Placement

Bright windows (south or west-facing), sunrooms, bright living rooms, or any spot with plenty of bright light to maintain vibrant colors.

💡 Pro Tip: Give your Croton Picasso the brightest light possible (even some direct morning sun) to maintain the most vibrant red, yellow, and orange colors. Mist regularly to keep humidity high and prevent leaf drop.