How to grow Croton in winter and what to do if leaves fall off

1. How to grow Croton in winter

1. Insulation treatment: The temperature in winter is relatively low and it is not cold-resistant. In order to avoid being attacked by cold winds, they should be moved indoors after the temperature drops, and the indoor temperature should be kept at around 15 degrees, which is more suitable and can help them survive the winter.

2. Adequate light: It is a tropical plant and likes light. The light in winter is very soft, so it is recommended to place it in a place with good light and let it get more sun. This can increase the temperature of the plant itself, help it accumulate nutrients, and survive the winter.

3. Control water appropriately: Although it likes a humid environment, its growth rate is very slow in winter and water consumption is also slow, so water must be controlled. If the indoor climate is relatively dry, you can spray water frequently to keep it moist, and ventilate more often when the temperature rises at noon.

2. What to do if Croton rotundus loses its leaves

There are three possible reasons why it drops its leaves. One is frostbite caused by low temperature. It is not cold-resistant. If the temperature is not controlled in winter, it will be frostbitten and the leaves will turn yellow. Be sure to pay attention to temperature control. The second is the lack of light. No matter what season it is, it must be given sufficient light. The leaves cannot carry out photosynthesis well due to lack of light and will turn yellow. The third is too much watering. Too much water can easily cause the roots to rot, causing the leaves to fall off. The amount of watering should be reduced, and the plant should be removed from the pot and the rotten roots should be cut off.