Castor Bean Impala Seed

Ricinus comunis

Item #1181

Tender perennial in USDA zones 8-10; otherwise grown as an annual. Beautiful, large, bronze-red leaves and scarlet seed heads create a dramatic, tropical effect in the garden. Deer resistant.

CAUTION: All plant parts are poisonous, especially seeds which are extremely toxic to children and animals. If ingested, seek medical attention immediately.

Tender Perennial

Full sun

Blooms summer

4' – 5' tall

Days to Emerge:
15 – 20 days

Seed Depth:
1"

Seed Spacing:
2 seeds
every 4'

Thinning:
When 3" tall,
thin to 1
every 4'

When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost.

When to start inside: 6 to 8 weeks before average last frost, but because it grows so fast, we recommend sowing outside as described above.

Special germination instructions: To hasten germination, soak seed for 12-24 hours prior to planting.

Artist: Carolyn Crawford