Croton Captain Kidd

Croton Captain Kidd prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Croton Captain Kidd Water Frequency →

Croton Captain Kidd Root Rot →

Croton Captain Kidd requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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Croton Captain Kidd Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Croton Captain Kidd Toxicity to Cats →

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Croton Captain Kidd doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Croton Captain Kidd Humidity Needs →

Croton Captain Kidd does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Croton Captain Kidd →

When and How to Successfully Repot Croton Captain Kidd →

Croton Captain Kidd should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Croton Captain Kidd →

It’s common for Croton Captain Kidd to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Croton Captain Kidd is native to Southeast Asia, Northern Australia and the Pacific Islands.

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Croton Captain Kidd →
• Drooping Croton Captain Kidd Leaves →
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• Black Spots on Croton Captain Kidd →
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• Croton Captain Kidd Leaves Falling Over →
• Croton Captain Kidd Leaves Curling →
• Croton Captain Kidd Yellow Leaves →
• Croton Captain Kidd Root Rot →