Croton Plant Losing Color and Leaves: Light, Pot, Water Fixes

Marsha's 2-year-old memorial croton turned all green, drops leaves, regrows. Repotted this year (possibly oversized pot). Waters moderately every 2 weeks.

Croton Requirements

• Lots of direct sun – color fades without it.
• Small pots – oversized pots cause root rot.
• Consistently moist soil – not wet, not dry.

What Went Wrong

1. Repotting was a mistake. Now must water carefully: wait until center of rootball feels almost dry, then add small amount.
2. Insufficient light = green new growth, leaf drop.
3. Overwatering risk in large pot.

Move to sunniest window, monitor soil moisture closely, accept some leaf loss during adjustment.