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Should i cut back my Croton?

Discussion in 'Other Plants' started by Billi, May 4, 2022.

  1. Billi

    Billi Gardener

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    Ive had this Croton almost a year now, last year it put out a few bushed leaves which are now a lovely red. This year its sent out these huge leaves (which will turn red in the sun) and is branching out.
    My problem is now it looks top heavy, im hesitant to prune it right back as i do love this plant, would it grow back a better shape?
    Should i leave it be for now? It will eventually get too big and need to be cut back anyway
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  2. pete

    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    I'd leave it alone, it looks good to me.
    Its a plant i have always struggled with.:smile:
     
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