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Gold Dust Croton (Codiaeum variegatum 'Gold Dust') growing in South Florida
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Gold Dust Croton — South Florida Plant Guide

Codiaeum variegatum 'Gold Dust'

Family: Euphorbiaceae · Shrub

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos no Paisagismo

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Tags de Estilo

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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Água

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Gold Dust Croton is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water once established. 2x per week in dry season. Good drainage required.

Solo e Fertilização

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Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release with micronutrients.

Schedule: February, May, September slow-release. Iron/manganese in limestone soils.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
36 ft
Largura Madura
24 ft
Taxa de Crescimento
moderate
Demanda de Água
3/10
Grau Florida
Florida #1
Custo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Status FLEPPC
None
Classificação Iguana
5/10

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does Gold Dust Croton grow in South Florida?

Gold Dust Croton has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Gold Dust Croton safe for pets?

Gold Dust Croton is not safe for pets. Euphorbiaceae — mildly toxic. Low landscape risk.

How much water does Gold Dust Croton need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Gold Dust Croton is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Gold Dust Croton tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Gold Dust Croton has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Gold Dust Croton available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Gold Dust Croton is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Non-restricted.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Non-restricted.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Cold sensitivity limits exposed sites.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed..

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Protected sites.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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