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Houseplant ID: Croton & Schefflera arboricola Care

Two plants from photos: #1 Croton, #2 Schefflera arboricola.

Croton (Codiaeum variegatum)

Few hours direct sun for color.
Warm temps.
Soil dries slightly between waterings.

Schefflera arboricola

Bright light, no full sun.
Not a low-light plant.
Warm temps, soil dries slightly between waterings.

Both

Fertilize with soluble foliage fertilizer per label.

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