When grown as an ornamental, castor bean can be planted directly in the garden in late spring, or started indoors earlier (6-8 weeks before the average last frost) and transplanted outdoors when the weather warms. Nick or scarify the seeds or soak overnight for better germination. Sow the seeds 1-1½ inches deep.
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Sep 8, 2019 · I like to start them by soaking them first in water - this allows the seeds to plump up and swell, which gives them a great jump start on the ...
Apr 28, 2023 · Plant castor bean seeds in the late spring after all danger of frost has passed. In cooler climates, start the seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before ...
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Posted: Jan 11, 2019
Posted: Jan 11, 2019
You can cut the entire spikes from the plant. Remove the pods from the spikes and dry them in sunlight. Each pod contains four seeds as shown in the picture.
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Posted: Apr 8, 2021
Posted: Apr 8, 2021
Ensure your plant's soil is well-drained and rich in humus and nutrients. Young castor oil plants need plenty of water, but once a plant is established, it does ...
Nov 23, 2022 · Castor plants like full sun and humid conditions. Provide loamy, moist, but not soaking wet, soil for best results. Soak seeds overnight to aid ...