Question. The tops of our crotons were frozen, but much of the plants appear healthy. I know they should be pruned but how much? Answer. Total decline of some plants due to cold may take weeks or even ...

Crotons are tropical plants known for their eye-catching multicolored leaves. Crotons prefer high humidity and bright sunlight to maintain their colorful foliage. A well-draining potting mix can help ...

DEAR RICKI: For hard, rejuvenative pruning, your Euonymus bushes should be cut back in late winter/early spring, before new growth begins. But if you just want to clean up their shape or reduce their ...

Many gardeners are doing needed pruning after the devastating winter. Crotons are dead at least to the ground, Gold Mound Duranta are frozen way back and some ixora are about dead too. These are just ...

Crotons are not difficult plants to grow, although there are a few widely held misconceptions about the best approach. Many people believe crotons do best in full sun. In fact, crotons thrive in ...

As the warm weather of late spring arrives and we look around our landscapes, the mildness of last winter becomes apparent. Tropical plants on the south shore were barely touched by winter cold, and ...

Crotons need bright, indirect sunlight to maintain their colours. Place them near a window with plenty of light. Avoid direct sun Crotons thrive in humid environments. Keep indoor humidity levels ...