"jc" wrote in message
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"Iris Cohen" wrote in message
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The only thing dangerous about castor bean plants is the seeds. Make
sure
children can't get hold of them. I can't imagine a dog eating them,
but you
should probably keep them out of the dogs' reach to be sure. The
plants
themselves are harmless. ...

The Castor Bean plant is a perennial in the Phoenix area and grows to a
15 foot tree (some varieties). If you are concerned about pets eating
the beans (very unlikely), you can cut off the flowers or seed burs a
few feet off the ground or higher if necessary.

Olin
NW Phoenix AZ


Thank you both for the information !
I will keep the seed pods out of reach and remove them before they break
open and drop the seeds.

I am looking for interesting plants that are tropical in appearance for
landscaping my backyard. I am also looking for fast growing vines for a
soon to be built arbor that will cover and exposed area between the house
and the pool.
Any suggestions for this area?

Thanks again
Brandon