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Delightful but deadly....... (Ricinus communis (Castor oil plant))

Ricinus flowers.....



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They look almost 'Christmassy'.

23 Jul, 2010

 

Great shot. A nice scarlet.

23 Jul, 2010

 

great looking plant though dotty ;o))

23 Jul, 2010

amy
Amy
 

Stunning colour !

23 Jul, 2010

 

Thanks all, I just love these flowers, and the leaves are a bonus.....

23 Jul, 2010

 

Altogether a lovely plant, so sculptural. Is this 'Carmencita' Daisy?

24 Jul, 2010

 

I believe it is, we have grown New Zealand Purple but it has not flowered as yet. and a much darker leaf.

24 Jul, 2010

 

Just googled it - will give it a try next year! (if I remember)

24 Jul, 2010

 

If OH gets some seeds, will save some for you.....remind me please.

24 Jul, 2010

 

If I remember - again, lol.

25 Jul, 2010

 

Ha Ha......what will you do when you get to my age? lol

26 Jul, 2010

 

Use my bus pass more than I do now?

27 Jul, 2010

 

;+0

27 Jul, 2010



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