{"product_id":"castor-zanzibar-red-ricinus-communis-sanguineus-garden-seeds","title":"Castor Zanzibar Red Ricinus communis sanguineus Garden Seeds","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nkt2je\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"126\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eZanzibar Red Castor\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"433\"\u003eCastor Zanzibar Red, botanically known as \u003cem data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"199\"\u003eRicinus communis sanguineus\u003c\/em\u003e, is an ornamental castor variety known for its bold foliage and distinctive garden presence. Its dramatic appearance makes it suitable for gardeners seeking a striking plant for ornamental landscapes, borders, and container displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mb5iun\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"460\"\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eZanzibar Red Castor has an upright growth habit and produces large, prominent foliage that adds texture and visual interest to garden spaces. The plant's substantial leaves and strong architectural form make it well suited for creating a focal point or adding height and structure to an ornamental planting scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qi4yim\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eGrowing Environment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003eThis castor variety is suited to warm growing conditions and performs best in a bright, well-lit location. Provide a growing area with adequate space for the plant to develop naturally and use well-drained soil to support healthy root growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vtml47\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eSoil and Drainage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eUse fertile, well-draining garden soil or a suitable quality growing medium for containers. Good drainage is important, as consistently waterlogged soil can create unfavorable growing conditions for the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"e6b0pd\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eSeed Starting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eStart the seeds in a suitable growing medium under warm conditions. Keep the medium appropriately moist during the germination period without allowing it to remain excessively wet. Once seedlings are established, they can be moved to their intended garden or container location when growing conditions are suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xse6sy\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eGarden and Container Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003eZanzibar Red Castor can be used as an ornamental feature in garden beds, borders, landscape plantings, and large containers. Its large foliage and upright form can provide contrast and visual structure when incorporated into suitable garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10gspsu\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003eGeneral Growing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003eChoose a location with good light, adequate growing space, and well-drained soil. Provide regular water according to the growing environment while avoiding prolonged waterlogging. Container-grown plants should be provided with a container that has suitable drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2399\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"2213\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003eRicinus communis sanguineus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castor Zanzibar Red\u003cbr data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornamental castor plant\u003cbr data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003eGrowing Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gardens, borders, containers, and ornamental landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2586\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eSafety Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Castor plants and their seeds contain naturally occurring toxic compounds. Handle plant material responsibly and keep seeds and plant parts away from children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Indian Seed House","offers":[{"title":"50Pcs","offer_id":71494265569533,"sku":"JYO-IND-184","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250Pcs","offer_id":71494265602301,"sku":"JYO-IND-185","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500Pcs","offer_id":71494265635069,"sku":"JYO-IND-186","price":89.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0777\/4335\/8205\/files\/magnific__zanzibar-red-castor-ricinus-communis-sanguineus-pl__54517_08f3a837-3344-4c9d-a787-d76b6452570d.png?v=1791432258","url":"https:\/\/www.indianseedhouse.com\/products\/castor-zanzibar-red-ricinus-communis-sanguineus-garden-seeds","provider":"Indian Seed House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}