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The spiraling hedges are planted with gold dust croton, a leafy green plant dotted with yellow.

The hardiest of these plants, she said, are the palms, crotons, philodendrons and alocasias.

Another popular fall plant, according to Carlson, is the variegated croton.

After I potted my croton and calathea — and a handful of other botanical beauties — I expected instant relaxation.

“Jomo takes care of the compound. He comes in three times a week. Funny man, I’ve seen him talking to the croton plant.”