{"product_id":"mammy-croton-codiaeum-variegatum-mammy","title":"Mammy Croton - Codiaeum variegatum 'Mammy'","description":"\u003cp\u003eMammy Croton (\u003cem\u003eCodiaeum variegatum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mammy') is a rounded tropical shrub that carries black, red, yellow and green on the same slender, slightly rippled leaves. It grows up to 1m tall and wide, so it fits a pot, a feature spot or a low hedge, and its colour holds right through the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour on every leaf.\u003c\/strong\u003e Black, red, yellow, orange and green blend across the foliage, and the display lasts all year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA compact size.\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 1m tall and wide, it is easy to place in a small bed, a pot or a hedge line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLights up dark corners.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows in full sun to part shade, so it can bring a splash of colour to the dull areas of the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and coastal friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e A hardy shrub that suits most conditions and coastal plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEqually good in pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e It grows well in containers outdoors, and indoors as a feature plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature shrub.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a single plant as a colour focal point in a tropical bed or at an entry. The foliage does the work all year, so flowers are not needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow hedges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 60cm apart in a row for a colourful low hedge up to 1m high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePots, indoors and out.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot on a patio or beside a pool works well, and indoors it adds colour near a bright window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Mammy Croton in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade, and more light brings stronger colour. It is a tropical plant, so it is at its best in tropical and subtropical gardens and it is not frost hardy. In cooler southern gardens, grow it in a pot and move it under cover when the cold sets in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining soil rich in organic matter. In pots, a humus-rich potting mix is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water well. Established plants like regular water through the warm months, and a slow release fertiliser in spring keeps the colour strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after flowering to promote new growth. Crotons sometimes drop leaves as a shock response to a change of position, light or watering, and the plant grows them back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Mammy Croton as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, in 140mm pots in packs of 10, in 200mm pots in packs of 6 and in 300mm pots, sold singly. Tubes suit a low hedge on a budget, while the larger pots arrive with more leaf and colour for a feature spot. Expect a little leaf drop after delivery as the plant adjusts, with new growth following once it settles in warmth. Plants travel upright and settle quickly once watered in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eMore tropical plants for Australian gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-poolside-gardens\"\u003ePlants for poolside gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/indoor-plants\"\u003eIndoor plants for Australian homes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a tropical garden that looks lush year round\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Give it a bright position with plenty of light, because colour fades in low light, and keep it away from cold draughts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it dropping leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrotons often drop leaves after a change of light, watering or position. It is a shock response, and the plant grows them back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Crotons are toxic if eaten and the sap can irritate skin, so keep the plant away from cats, dogs and small children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67787204559167,"sku":"COD-VAR-MAMMY-tube","price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67787204591935,"sku":"COD-VAR-MAMMY-140MM-P10","price":220.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67787204624703,"sku":"COD-VAR-MAMMY-200MM-P6","price":313.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":67787204657471,"sku":"COD-VAR-MAMMY-300MM","price":158.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/mammy-croton-codiaeum-variegatum-mammy.jpg?v=1792151983","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/mammy-croton-codiaeum-variegatum-mammy","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}