Additional information
| Weight | 6 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | .125 × 3.25 × 4.5 in |
Castor Bean Tall Green Leaf – Item #74
$2.89
Forms a large plant with huge fleshy leaves in a single growing season. This fast-growing plant lends a tropical appearance to any hedge or border.
Caution: We can NOT sell or ship this variety to Texas. Please do not order if your shipping address is in any of these states.
Planting & Harvesting
Seed Depth: 1/2″ (13mm)
Spacing: 3″ (8cm)
Sprouts In: 7-10 days
Thinning: 12-18″ (30-45cm)
Select a location with full sun and average soil. Plant in late spring when tomatoes are transplanted. May be started indoors about six weeks before last frost date. Plant two to three seeds per hole and thin to the strongest plant after they have germinated.
Castor beans are extremely poisonous. Do not handle seeds or plants without gloves. Do not plant where children or pets may be present. DO NOT INGEST SEED OR ANY PART OF THIS PLANT.
Additional Information
Botanical Name: Ricinus communis
Height: 4-8′ (1-3m)
Bloom Period: fall-winter
Type: annual
