Add dramatic foliage and tropical charm to your garden with Castor Flowers, an heirloom variety known for its large, striking leaves and bold flower spikes. This non-GMO plant is perfect for borders, containers, and ornamental garden beds. With its low-maintenance growth and vibrant display, Castor Flower brings structure, texture, and color to any home garden.
Features & Specifications
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Plant Type: Annual or perennial flowering plant (depending on climate)
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Flower Color: Red, purple, or greenish spikes
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Foliage: Large, glossy, and tropical-looking leaves
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy form
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Height: 4 – 10 feet
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Bloom Season: Summer to fall
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Uses: Borders, containers, ornamental beds, tropical garden accents
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Seed Quality: Heirloom, Non-GMO, high germination rate
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Sowing Time: Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost passes.
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Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
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Light Needs: Full sun for best growth and flowering.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds ½ inch deep; soak seeds overnight before sowing to improve germination.
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Spacing: 3 – 5 feet apart for healthy growth.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination; moderate watering once established.
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Care Tips: Protect young plants from strong winds; remove spent flower spikes to maintain appearance.