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Product ID: 1049
Carmencita Bright Red
(Ricinus communis)
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Fast-growing with iridescent wine-colored foliage, red stems, bright red pods. Iridescent wine-colored foliage, red stems, bright red pods.
Can be grown in large containers. Brilliantly colored seed pods make an exotic cut flower. Perennial in zones 8-10. Ht. 48-60". Avg. 55 seeds/oz. Packet: 10 seeds.
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Plant Cycle: (TP)
Days to Maturity or Bloom: 80-90
This product cannot be shipped to the following states: TX
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Magnificent size and tropical appearance.
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Ropes of deep red, trailing chenille-like blooms.
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Elegant old-fashioned flowers.
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Notes:
CAUTION: Castor bean seeds, along with all parts of this plant, are poisonous. Exercise caution around children and pets.
NOTE: Cannot be shipped to TX. |
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Additional Information:
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Diseases Explained:
No disease information found.
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Growing Information:
Germination: 10-14 days at 70°F. Presoak 48-72 hours. Culture: Indoors - 6-8 weeks before last frost. Plant 1" deep in individual containers. Harden off and transplant outdoors after danger of frost is past. Outdoors - 1 week after last frost. Light/Soil: Full sun; any soil, but prefers rich, moist, well-drained loam. Spacing: 36-48". Use: Back or highlight in beds, borders, mass plantings, large container. Harvest: After pods begin to show color. |
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Container
Variety does well when grown in a container. |
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Cut Flowers
Good variety to choose for fresh cut Flowers displays. |
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