Crotons require a large amount of sunlight to develop the pronounced coloring that is characteristic of this plant's foliage. In the shade or semi-shade they tend to develop a large amount of green color and consequently they should be relocated to a sunny location in order to obtain maximum foliage color. This is a moderately fast growing Croton with long, narrow, pointed leaves. The color palette is pink, peach, deep black purple, and dark bronze green. Crotons like warm weather, and they tend to grow best in an environment that is around 70° Fahrenheit. Temperatures below 60° Fahrenheit or chilly drafts of air can cause the plant to lose its leaves, and it is possible that it may even die. Crotons have some of the boldest and brightest foliage around. Often vividly marked with bright yellow, orange, and red, these exotic plants have a reputation for being high-maintenance due to their tropical nature, but once they acclimate to their new home, they're quite low-care. These gorgeous shrubs can jazz up an all-green landscape or work well with flowering shrubs or other plants prized for their bright foliage like the Ti plant.