Ricinus communis Carmencita
Half-hardy Annual
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 6 feet
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Special Features: Attractive foliage
- Ideal for: Bedding, Border
Description
Large, decorative, deep brown leaves, plus early bright red flower buds and spiny seed pods.
Additional Comments: These seeds are poisonous.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | February to March. |
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| Sowing depth: | ¼inch (6 mm) |
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Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 70-75F (20-25C).
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots.
Harden off and plant out when all risk of frost has passed 30cm (12in) apart in full sun.
Aftercare Instructions
Plant in ordinary garden soil.
Caution
These seeds are poisonous.
