{"product_id":"croton-sunny-star","title":"Croton 'Sunny Star'","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-size:1.15em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunshine in plant form — the Croton 'Sunny Star' brings a burst of radiant yellow-green energy to any bright space.\u003c\/strong\u003e With its boldly variegated leaves splashed in vivid shades of lime, gold, and deep green, this compact Croton variety is one of the most cheerful tropical plants you can grow indoors. Native to Southeast Asia, it thrives in bright light and rewards attentive care with increasingly vivid foliage color. Place it near a sunny window and watch it absolutely glow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLove bold, statement tropicals? Explore our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shop-houseplants\" style=\"color:#2d6a4f; font-weight:bold;\"\u003ehouseplant collection\u003c\/a\u003e or shop our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/best-easy-care-plants\" style=\"color:#2d6a4f; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eeasy-care plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#1a3d2b;\"\u003e🌟 Why You'll Love Croton 'Sunny Star'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVivid Variegated Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e — Lime green, gold, and deep green patterns make every leaf a work of art.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor Intensifies with Light\u003c\/strong\u003e — The more bright indirect light it receives, the more saturated and stunning the colors become.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Versatile\u003c\/strong\u003e — Stays manageable in size, perfect for windowsills, shelves, or as a desk statement plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir-Purifying\u003c\/strong\u003e — Filters common indoor air pollutants naturally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested; keep out of reach of pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#1a3d2b;\"\u003e🌱 Plant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Codiaeum variegatum 'Sunny Star'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunny Star Croton, Variegated Croton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–24\" indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegated lime, gold, and deep green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"color:#1a3d2b;\"\u003e☀️ Care at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright indirect to direct light. Best color in 4–6 hours of bright light daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moderate to high humidity. Mist occasionally or use a pebble tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–85°F. Keep away from cold drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0f7f4; border-left:4px solid #2d6a4f; padding:12px 16px; border-radius:4px; margin:16px 0;\"\u003e\n🌿 \u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crotons dislike being moved once settled. Find its ideal bright spot and let it adjust — the new growth will emerge with the most brilliant coloration.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shop-houseplants\" style=\"background-color:#2d6a4f; color:#ffffff; padding:14px 28px; border-radius:8px; text-decoration:none; font-size:1.05em; font-weight:bold;\"\u003eShop More Tropical Houseplants →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rooted Treasures Farms","offers":[{"title":"4\" Pot","offer_id":47732021330091,"sku":"4_CROTON_SUNNY.STAR","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/0142\/7371\/files\/image_6d5e8cf2-58c8-4290-8f83-12b8350f0f20.png?v=1788526519","url":"https:\/\/walnutcreekpet.com\/products\/croton-sunny-star","provider":"Walnut Creek Pets LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}