This list includes Evergreen Trees and Shrubs of both the conifer and broad leafed varieties from all over the world. Many can be grown where winters are cold while others are tropical and subtropical species. Beware of the climate zones if your selection is to be grown outdoor. Many of them can be grown in containers and make fine Bonsai specimens.
B1702 SACRED JAPANESE CEDAR. (Cedro Japonese Sagrado) Cryptomeria japonica. A very popular bonsai plant with pyramidal form. Outside, it is an elegant evergreen tree growing to 150'. The bark is reddish-brown and peels in strips. Zones 6-10. 5 seeds $2.00
B1705 PYRAMID CHINESE JUNIPER. (Enebro Chino Pirámide) Junniperus chinensis. A graceful garden tree also known as Pyramid Cedar, this specimen is fast becoming an accepted specimen of Bonsai culture. Has needle like leaves and twisted trunk with slightly scaly bark. Zones 4-7. 10 seeds $2.00
B1708 INCENSE CEDAR. (Cedro del Incienso) Calocedrus. A small pyramidal shaped cedar that is prized for its very fragrant leaves and wood. Easy to start from seeds. A very beautiful bonsai specimen. Zones 5-8. 5 seeds $2.00
7866 CEDAR OF LEBANON. (Cedro del Líbano) Cedrus libani. A majestic cedar that is dome shaped and growing to a height of 40 m. Zones 6-9. 5 seeds $2.00
7878 SWEET BAY LAUREL. (Laurel, Calmia) Laurus nobilis. This is the same tree that provided the wreaths that Romans used as crowns. It is a very hardy evergreen tree that will grow to 50 ft. or so outside. Loaded with sprays of greenish yellow four petaled flowers in Spring. Zones 8-10. Can be container grown and brought indoors for the winter in colder climates. 3 seeds $2.50
K102 SWEET BAY MAGNOLIA. MAGNOLIA VIRGINIANA. One of the smallest of the magnolias, it is also known as "Swamp Magnolia". This tree will grow very slowly to 30 ft. or more, produces very fragrant cream-colored flowers in spring and summer. In the northern regions (to zone 6) the tree will lose most of its leaves during the coldest part of the winter with new foliage growing back each spring. In the southern regions (to zone 9) it is a broadleaf evergreen tree. 5 seeds $2.50 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7880 ROCKY MOUNTAIN JUNIPER. (Enebro de las Montañas) Juniperus scopulorun. A conical shaped spreading tree to 50 ft. with blue-green leaves and purple-black 2 seeded cones. Fragrant. Zones 4-7. 10 seeds $2.00
7882 BLACK HILLS SPRUCE. (Abeto de Colinas Negras) Picea glauca. This exquisite spruce is raised primarily as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, however in should be in every lawn as well. There is probably not a more beautiful tree to be found. It is raised for Christmas trees and probably makes the best ones. Zones 3-6. 20 seeds $2.00
7884 COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE. (Abeto Azul de Colorado) Picea pungens. One of the most famous spruces. Often used as a Christmas tree as well because of its shape and fragrance. You must see one in the wild to appreciate its full beauty. Zones 3-7. 20 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7886 WESTERN RED CEDAR. (Cedro Rojo del Oeste) Cedrus. A huge tree growing to 125 ft. Inch long needles borne in rosettes on old wood. Has pale green to purple flowers. Barrel shaped cones. A valuable timber tree. Fragrant cedar smell. Zones 4-9. 15 seeds $2.00
NW08 WHITE CHINESE PINE. (Pino Chino Blanco) Pinus armandii. A new and very different type of pine that makes a beautiful lawn tree reaching 60 ft. or more with unique thin green cones. Zones 5-8. 5 seeds $2.50
7874 GIANT SEQUOIA. (Secoya) Sequoiadendron giganteum Giant tree to 100 m. Bark brown, fibrous. Leaves evergreen. Zones 6-9. 15 seeds $2.00
2228 COMMON OLIVE, (Aceítuna) Olea europaea. A most useful tree that can be grown in any temperate climate. It also can be grown in containers. The tree itself is attractive and usually becomes gnarled with age. It bears the olive of commerce that reach up to 1" in dia. and are filled with oil. The flowers are tiny and yellow, the foliage a light grey-green. Zones 8-10. 5 seeds $2.50
B1728 RUSSIAN OLIVE. (Arbol Aceítuna de Ruso) Elaeagnus angustifolia. Although its fruits are used in drinks and to make preserves, it is more sought after for its white shoots and silver undersides of leaves. Trains well. Zones 3-7. 5 seeds $2.00
B1741 ENGLEMAN SPRUCE. (Abeto de Engleman) Picea englemannii. Although it is rare in cultivation, this tree makes an excellent lawn tree or natural Christmas tree when raised outside. Leaves give off strong smell when bruised. Zones 3-7 20 seeds $2.00 For Culture Information Click Here
B1749 MONTEREY CYPRESS. (Ciprés de Monterey) Cupressus macroparpa. Bruised foliage has citronella-like smell. The conifer shape and small needle like leaves make this a natural choice for the lawn. Zones 6-9. 15 seeds $2.00 For Picture Click Here (2 photos about half way down the page)
1724 ROSEMARY. (Romero) Rosemarinus officinales. Evergreen aromatic shrubs from the Mediterranean. Grows 2-6 ft. with pale blue 1/2" flowers and attractive foliage. Powdered Rosemary leaves are used as a flea and tick repellent. Simply dust the powder onto the pet or areas where the pet sleeps. A very effective and safe repellent. Zones 8-10. 20 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
H855 STRAWBERRY TREE. Arbutus. A beautiful evergreen tree that is very attractive. The strawberry shaped fruits make a stimulating wine. Zones 8-10. 10 seeds $2.00
2249 CAROB TREE, ST. JOHN'S TREE. Ceratonia. An evergreen tree that grows to 50 ft. Grows well in dry soils. Has stout, leathery foliage and can be grown in containers. The edible pods can be made into flour, which makes delicious candies, cakes, pastries and drinks. Zones 10-11. 5 seeds $2.00
2907 TROPICAL OAK. Casuarina equisetifolia. A conifer like tree that is used in Europe for windbreaks. A rather unusual tree that stands out from others. Zones 9-11. 20 seeds $2.00
2261 STRAWBERRY GUAVA. Psidium. Can be grown indoors in containers or as a tree outdoors to 25 ft. The fruits are very versatile. Makes great juice, jelly, mousse, Guava butter and Guava pudding. Zones 8-11. 20 seeds $2.00
2925 PINEAPPLE GUAVA. Feijoa. Evergreen shrub with tough pinnate leaves. Flowers are yellow in dense terminal racemes followed by grape like black-blue berries that can be made into jelly. Zones 8-10. 5 seeds $2.00
2967 FIRETHORN. JUNGLE BERRY BUSH. Pyracantha coccinea An attractive landscaping evergreen shrub with shiny green oval leaves about one inch in length, abundance of white blossoms in spring and loaded with beautiful orange berries in autumn which can be used in wreaths and centerpieces. Has very sharp thorns 1 inch long which makes it a good hedge plant for keeping intruders out. Prefers full sun and can grow to 20 ft. unless controlled by annual pruning and shaping. Zones 6-9. 10 seeds $2.00
NW26 HEAVENLY BAMBOO. Nandina domestica A member of the barberry family that has a striking resemblance to bamboo. Has leathery, bluish green leaves that are blushed with purple, bronze and red when new. Has attractive long clusters of while flowers in spring and very ornamental red berries in winter. Likes full sun to partial shade. Cold hardy to 5 degrees outside. Makes a good container plant inside. Start some now for a jump on next year. Zones 6-9. 10 seeds $1.50
K7802 AMERICAN HOLLY. Ilex opaca. The classic evergreen holly with bright red berries used for Christmas and other winter holiday decorations. This holly grows slowly to more than 80 ft. with conical form. Planted 8 to 10 ft apart they can serve as an impenetrable hedge or, as tree matures, the lower branches can be pruned high enough to walk under. Not for barefoot traffic because the glossy leaves are stiff and remain quite prickly as they dry on the ground. Male and female trees are needed for the best berry production. Our offering of 25 seeds should guarantee both genders. Prefers full sun and acidic, moist soil. Zones 5-9. 25 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
NW22 HAWAIIAN HOLLY. Lee accocinea Not a true holly, but a very attractive evergreen shrub with glossy, serrated leaves. Flowers are an inflorescence of small red buds. Will flower very soon, sometimes at a height of only 1 ft. Zones 10-11. 5 seeds $1.50
LF132 JAPANESE YEW. (Tejo Japonés) Taxus cuspidata Good evergreen hedge for zones 4-8. Prefers moist, but well drained soils. Can reach a height of 20 ft. in sun or partial shade. A very durable hedge with flat, soft needles and bright berries in fall. Space plants 2-4 ft.. apart. 100 seed pack, $7.50
LF134 AMERICAN ABORVITAE. Thuja occidentalis A good formal hedge growing to 20 ft. in zones 2-8. Requires moist soil and will grow in sun to partial shade. Foliage is soft, bright green needles. It is a slow growing hedge that requires little maintenance. Space plants 2 ft. apart. 100 seed pack, $5.00
Note about seed germination: Most species of seeds have hard casings to protect the seed "embryo". For most of these "hard" seeds, the outer shell must be scarred, scratched or softened in some way. Some species take up to a year to germinate and will need help in the beginning to get the shell softened. Most varieties of slow germinating seeds will turn black and rot if there is not sufficient heat in the soil (75 to 90 degrees F. for most species) or if the soil dries out or is allowed to remain too wet, which will encourage the growth of one or another of the varieties of fungus or mold. It is important to speed up germination and to get the plants growing as soon as possible in order to avoid potential problems. Anyone who has soaked dried beans before cooking is familiar with the process of softening up the shell. When the outer shell is softened it allows the contents to expand. Potassium Nitrate (Saltpeter) can help in softening up these outer shells. It is available in many drug stores, but for those who have difficulty obtaining a small amount, we offer 1 teaspoon packets for $1.00. Soak the seeds in a solution of one teaspoon of the Saltpeter to one quart of warm water for at least 24 hours. Do not allow the seeds to dry out but sow them immediately using the remaining solution to water the soil or other growing medium. Soak several species of seeds at once in smaller containers of the same solution and have the containers of growing medium or soil ready for planting as soon as the soaking period is complete. SS100 Potassium Nitrate (Saltpeter) one teaspoon packet $1.00