{"product_id":"croton-paintbrush-4","title":"Croton Paintbrush 4”","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eCodiaeum variegatum ‘Paintbrush’, commonly called Paintbrush Croton, is a tropical shrub grown for its narrow, colorful foliage. Native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, crotons grow in warm, bright environments with high humidity and strong light exposure. What makes this plant special is the thin, elongated leaves splashed with yellow, orange, red, and green, resembling strokes from a paintbrush. The foliage is narrow and slightly twisted at times, giving the plant a textured, energetic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eLight requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"564\"\u003ePlace Paintbrush Croton in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"593\" data-end=\"617\"\u003esouth or west window\u003c\/strong\u003e for the best color and growth, positioned at the window or within 1 to 2 feet depending on intensity. An east window can work with enough brightness, while a north window will reduce coloration and cause leggier growth. Under grow lights, use 5000K to 6500K and keep the light 8 to 12 inches above the canopy. It performs best around \u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"981\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e500 to 1,000 foot-candles\u003c\/strong\u003e. Strong light is required to maintain vibrant color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eAllow the soil to dry about halfway down before watering, and always check the root zone with a chopstick or meter before watering. Crotons prefer a well-draining mix, moderate to higher humidity, warm temperatures, and stable conditions. Sudden changes in temperature, drafts, or lighting can trigger leaf drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1652\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eWhat your plant is telling you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1413\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eIf leaves droop slightly or feel thinner, it is ready for water. If leaves yellow and fall rapidly, the soil is staying too wet or the environment changed too quickly. If colors fade and growth stretches, it needs more consistent light.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Rooted Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42924229623906,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/1269\/8722\/files\/B4B022B4-B46F-417D-865E-E24899B2EBD1.jpg?v=1778718029","url":"https:\/\/therootedplantshop.com\/products\/croton-paintbrush-4","provider":"The Rooted Plant Shop ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}