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Castor Bean - Impala
The Castor Bean Impala, 'Ricinus communis', has fast growing, dramatically tropical, dark bronze foliage. The Impala grows best in hot, humid climates and in full sun. Because all parts of this plant are poisonous, do not plant this near very small children and pets. Small scarlet flowers appear on foot-high stalks, followed by prickly husks, which contain brown speckled seeds. With this in mind, you will love this plant if you need a tall tropical looking screen. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. Water regularly like you would other tall plants. The large copper-red leaves are dramatic and tropical looking. The Caster Bean is an excellent quick hedge. They prefer sandy or clay loam soils with good drainage. The Castor Bean blooms in summer when the plants are about 1 foot tall. ... get more information
Pepper - Chile - Scotch Bonnet Scotch Bonnet is a type of Habanero, considered the hottest pepper in the world. Words such as hellish, blistering, and incendiary are used to describe the heat. The Red Scotch Bonnet is sweeter and a little less hot than a Habanero. They are great in salsa. The question is, "Are you man or woman enough to grow and eat this variety?" Transplant outside in the spring 3 to 4 weeks after last frost date. Peppers use quite a bit of water but prefer to be watered deeply and not too often. Use gloves and do not touch any other part of the body after harvesting. |
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