A short perennial to about 4-6ft. Branches, leaves, and stems are tinted purple. The huge flowers can grow to 12". The plant flowers quickly form seed and can bloom in just a few months from planting.
The large flowers are followed by circular, warty fruits that dry and pop open to expel seeds. All parts of this plant are extremely toxic and should not be ingested in any form. Ingestion of a single leaf can have severe side effects.
Hardy to 20F. Easy to grow as an annual in cold climates, just start seeds early and plant out when the temperature warms. Seeds can be saved for the following season.
Grows best in filtered sun, but will also grow in full sun. Water fairly regularly. Grow in well-drained soil. Plants are very suitable for container culture.
Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade Foliage: Grown for foliage, Smooth Foliage Color: Blue-Green Height: 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) Spacing: 6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
yes id did buy and receive bamboo seeds from you. i planted same and now cautiously await some indication the sprouting will begin. we are in northern nj where it is quite cold so i am keeping the plantings in a planter system we use for seedlings. only time luck and patience will tell the ultimate story. if the seeds come to be small plants we will replant into pots until spring and after that we are guardedly optimistic. thanks for the request and service. stewart a farber
I do not have an indoor garden so I am waiting until spring to plant. I will try planting closer to Feb or March in small pods watering with spray bottle, and slowly introduce the plants to outdoor conditions.