caster oil plant 'Impala'

How to Grow and Care for caster oil plant 'Impala'

caster oil plant 'Impala' · Ricinus communis 'Impala'

Grow in a loam-based compost in full light. Water freely in growth and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Plant outdoors when all danger of frost has passed. Stake plants in exposed positions. Plants grown on poorer soils tend to produce flowers at the expense of foliage

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sunTOXIC if eaten, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

Planting and Growing caster oil plant 'Impala'

caster oil plant 'Impala'
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityTOXIC if eaten, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]
Care Tips

Grow in a loam-based compost in full light. Water freely in growth and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Plant outdoors when all danger of frost has passed. Stake plants in exposed positions. Plants grown on poorer soils tend to produce flowers at the expense of foliage

How to Water caster oil plant 'Impala'?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for caster oil plant 'Impala'?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for caster oil plant 'Impala'?

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What Soil Is Best for caster oil plant 'Impala'?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for caster oil plant 'Impala'?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize caster oil plant 'Impala'?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune caster oil plant 'Impala'?

Prune lightly as needed to remove unwanted shoots and keep the shrub in shape. Prune in mid- to late spring.

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How to Propagate caster oil plant 'Impala'?

Propagate by seed, sowing in late spring. Soak seed for 24 hours and sow singly in pots with bottom heat

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How to Transplant caster oil plant 'Impala'?

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How to Care for caster oil plant 'Impala' in Winter?

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How to Plant caster oil plant 'Impala'?

Grow in a loam-based compost in full light. Water freely in growth and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly. Plant outdoors when all danger of frost has passed. Stake plants in exposed positions. Plants grown on poorer soils tend to produce flowers at the expense of foliage

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How to Repot caster oil plant 'Impala'?

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How to Harvest caster oil plant 'Impala'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)

Pests

May be susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite

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The Toxicity of caster oil plant 'Impala'

TOXIC if eaten, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling]

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Attributes of caster oil plant 'Impala'

Plant typeShrubs · Bedding
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Ricinus communis 'Impala'
Genus
Ricinus
Family
Euphorbiaceae
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