About New Zealand Purple

Giant dark bronze-purple leaves with a metallic sheen. Cream-colored flowers develop into prickly purple seed pods that match the foliage.

About Castor Bean

Spectacular tropical foliage. The entire plant is very poisonous, particularly the seeds, which should be removed before they ripen. Grow in fertile, well-drained soil. It really can get as tall as noted in one summer: it's a great way to have a "tree" without the expense or the commitment.

Pot Size & Price
4-in. pot
$6.00
Height
72"–96"
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Plant Traits
Interesting Foliage
Poisonous
Stock Notes
Restocks On Saturday

Other varieties of Castor Bean

Ricinus 'Carmensita', huge, pointed red-purple leaves
Photo from Green Earth Growers

Carmencita

Ricinus 'Zanzibar', giant plant with green pointed leaves
Friends School Plant Sale photo by Pat T.

Zanzibar

Catalog
A080a