Codiaeum variegatum. Crotons are the most popular of South Florida's colorful foliage plants, with brilliantly-colored leaves shot with gold, red, orange, green and even pink. This easy-care shrub features color and low-maintenance for any size yard. They feature many leaf types and sizes - swirly, narrow ribbons to wide, flat leaves.
Best Answer: I live in West Central Florida where we experience very high humidities. Its not uncommon to have above 90% relative humidity readings. I find it uncomfortable once the humidity is over 70%, but I'm really not a 'good' test subject as I have lived in Florida all my life and have gotten use to high humidities. I can tell you one thing with certainity, the insects love the high readings!
1. Re: How Miserable is the Heat and Humidity? August is the hottest and most humid month of the year. It's the lowest of the low season for a reason. There usually is a breeze, which helps, but if heat and humidity are big issues for you, you might consider coming to the Keys at a different time of the year. Still, it is a nice quiet time, and if you have a lodging with a pool, that helps, especially during the hottest times of the day.