Castor Bean 'Red'

The Gibson's (or red) Castor Bean features dark red-bronze foliage and small, somewhat insignificant, ivory-coloured flowers that turn into rounded, scarlet-red, spiky seed balls. It is a large annual that can reach 3'-5' tall.

Castor Bean is a fast-growing tropical annual with huge, deeply lobed leaves that give it a bold, dramatic appearance. Its impressive height and architectural foliage make it an excellent choice for adding privacy, structure, or a tropical feel to large planters and garden beds.

Castor Bean grows best in full sun with rich, well-drained soil and regular watering. It thrives in heat and can grow very quickly through the summer.

All parts of the plant, especially the seeds, are highly toxic if ingested.