Jatropha Seeds – Wildflower

Jatropha is a striking ornamental plant valued for its vibrant clusters of blooms and attractive foliage. These heirloom, non-GMO seeds are ideal for gardeners looking to add bold, tropical-style color to borders, containers, and mixed wildflower garden spaces. Jatropha thrives in warm climates with plenty of sunlight and well-drained soil, producing long-lasting blooms that enhance landscapes with minimal maintenance. It brings strong structural appeal and eye-catching color throughout the growing season.

Features

• Produces bright clusters of ornamental flowers

• Ideal for borders, containers, and wildflower-style gardens

• Heirloom and non-GMO seeds

• Thrives in warm, sunny climates

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Adds strong tropical-style visual interest and structure

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Jatropha integerrima / Jatropha spp.

• Common Name: Jatropha

• Variety: Standard (Wildflower Mix)

• Plant Type: Tender perennial

• Height: 3–6 feet (varies by growing conditions)

• Spread: 2–4 feet

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, sandy or moderately fertile soil

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Bloom Season: Late spring through fall

Season & Planting Schedule

• Indoor Sowing: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost

  • Typical months: January–March

• Outdoor Growing: Move outdoors once temperatures stay consistently warm

  • Typical months: March–June

• Flowering Months: May–October

• USDA Zones: Perennial in Zones 9–11; grown in containers in cooler zones

• Watering: Light to moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings

• Plant Spacing: 2–4 feet apart