This species has naturalized in 34 states. As far north as Maine, it can overwinter as a self-sowing annual.
Where it is h...Read Moreardy, it's a suckering perennial shrub that can reach a height of 40'.
It's a heavy producer of light air-borne pollen which is highly allergenic. It's a common trigger for hayfever and asthma. In many people, it also causes a skin rash on contact. The seed pods are spiny.
In California, Florida, and Texas, it's on the official lists of species invasive of natural habitat.
Native to the eastern Mediterranean, east Africa, and India, it's now spread to most tropical areas around the world, where it's commonly considered invasive.
Easy to grow, among the first to bloom and produce
seeds; which are typically small and light gray.
While it should...Read More be mentioned Castor Bean plants are
poisonous, they are among many with toxic qualities
and thus growers must be responsible to ensure the
plant and / or seeds are not consumed.
When you notice seed pods forming, you may cut them
off and dispose of properly if you are concerned, as the
pods may very well dry and burst open, sending seeds
shooting far from the original plant.
A very beautiful shade of pink with deep tones in the
veins of the foliage. Very attractive! Grows best in full sun,
warm weather. Plants do not perform well in cold or wet
conditions.
This species has naturalized in 34 states. As far north as Maine, it can overwinter as a self-sowing annual.
Where it is h...Read More
Easy to grow, among the first to bloom and produce
seeds; which are typically small and light gray.
While it should...Read More