Castor Oil Plant

🌿 Castor Oil Plant – Red-Leaved (Ricinus communis)

A bold, exotic ornamental with large purple leaves and striking spiky fruits — perfect as a dramatic focal point in the garden 🌱✨

🌱 Growing Information

• Sow seeds under cover in March–April
• Sow at a depth of 2–3 cm
• Transplant outdoors in May after frost risk
• Space plants about 100 cm apart
• Prefers warm, sunny, sheltered locations
• Water regularly to support vigorous growth

🌿 Plant Details

✔ Type: Annual ornamental plant
✔ Height: 2–3 m
✔ Growth: Tall, vigorous, architectural
✔ Spacing: ~100 cm
✔ Position: Full sun ☀️
✔ Soil: Fertile, well-drained, nutrient-rich
✔ Sowing Period: March – April (under cover)
✔ Planting Outdoors: May (V)
✔ Flowering Period: July – October (VII–X)
✔ Perfect for: Focal planting, backgrounds & garden screens

🌼 Special Features

✔ Large, hand-shaped purple leaves 🌿
✔ Exotic, tropical appearance
✔ Decorative red, spiky seed pods
✔ Fast-growing and impressive height
✔ Ideal as a statement plant or backdrop

⚠️ Good to Know

✔ Seeds are toxic if ingested ⚠️
✔ Keep away from children and pets
✔ Prefers sheltered spots (protect from strong wind)

📦 Pack Size

3 g