Croton vs ZZ Plant
Side-by-side comparison.
| Croton | ZZ Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Intermediate | Beginner |
| Light | Bright indirect light; tolerates some direct morning sun | Low to bright indirect light; tolerates low light |
| Water | When top 1 inch of soil is dry, about once a week | Allow soil to dry completely between waterings, about every 2-3 weeks |
| Humidity | 60-80% | 30-50% (average household) |
| Mature size | 3-6 ft (0.9-1.8 m) indoors | 2-4 ft (60-120 cm) indoors |
| Pet-safe? | Toxic to cats and dogs | Toxic to cats and dogs |