I have to go with the Ben Alexander. Is that a hard one to get a hold of? And how easy is that one to grow?
The others are "knock outs" as well.
Actually the pics were just for color, but from the exposure that you have had already Dean, do you have a fav yet?
On second thought, I know how this will play out. What ever is the most rare, hardest to obtain croton, that will end up being my favorite.
Looks like Compte de Germiny there Lee. Don't shoot the messenger, that's only what Mr. Alonzo told me.
Lee,
From the way it looks, I've only seen less than 10% of what's available. So i'll have to reserve judgement.
But I did notice a smail very unusual one in town yesterday. I may have to pay it a visit with the clippers. Only problem is it may be too small to give it a hair cut without feeling guilty. But very long colorful leaves for such a small plant. I'll keep you posted.
Lee,
Is the last one Dr. Gilbert Cutler?
Jeff
I meant the Dayspring. I wear a vest at all times.
Dean,
When I get out there, we ARE going to see, talk, eat, sleep, drink, smoke and party with the crotons you know. It's not just about palms with me. Croton class 101.........
Jeff
After seeing one for the first time this weekend, I'd say Mary Haywood is atop the list. The huge Sybil-Griffin-esque oak leaf is all olive green but is has a leather like texture. I never thought an all green croton could impress that much. How about a photo Lee?
Queen Emma is another great looking plant. Picture a green and yellow marbled Majesticum but the leaves are fatter and longer.
Lee,
I was up at Dr. Brown's house several weeks ago along with Bob Alonzo for the entire day doing some "drive-bys" and going over many crotons in the yard. I also went home with many croton cuttings that day from Mary Hayward's garden that Bob and Frank were nice enough to share. And this big green leaf croton was one of them. We all decided to call it "Celebrity". It's kind of a long story, but the name came about from that weekend's visit.
My one cutting has now rooted, so I look forward to potting it up soon to grow it on.
Jeff
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