7842 TULIP TREE, TULIP POPLAR. (Tulipanero, Tulipero) Liriodendron tulipifera. A hard, stately ornamental, deciduous tree of lofty pyramidal habit reaching up to 60m. Flowers greenish-white with orange-stained base to the petals, resembling a tulip flower. Zones 5-8. Packet of 10 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7851 JAPANESE PAGODA TREE. (Sóforo) Sophora japonica. Raised in parks throughout the world for its attractive clusters of flowers, the tree itself also has great ornamental appeal. Zone 5-9. Packet of 4 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7855 CHINESE TALLOW TREE. Sapium sebiferum. An excellent shade tree. Has 4" long flower spikes. Candles made from its wax. Zones 8-10. Packet of 5 seeds $2.00
7856 CRAPE MYRTLE. Lagerstroemia indica. A large deciduous shrub that requires full sun to flower. Bark is attractively mottled in gray, pink and cinnamon. Flowers are 6 petaled, pink to deep red with crinkled petals. Zones 6-9. Packet of 20 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7858A DOWNY HAWTHORN. Crataegus mollis. Brilliant colored leaves and red fruit. Ornamental shrub. An excellent background garden shrub. Zones 4-7. Small Hawthorn Trees are listed listed next. Packet of 10 seeds $2.00 For Culture Information Click Here
7859 SPINDLE TREE, WINGED EUONYMYS, BURNING BUSH. Euonymus alatus. Burning Bush is one of the most valuable fall coloring shrubs. It has curious growths of cork on its branches. Zones 4-8. Packet of 15 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7861A WHITE FLOWERING DOGWOOD SHRUB. (Arbuste Cornejo Blanco) Cornus alba. A very pretty shrub growing to 10 ft. that is covered with creamy white blossoms early in the spring and has beautiful red branches and trunk. Does not require as much space as the species "florida" below. Cold hardy and fast growing. Zones 4-8. Packet of 10 seeds $2.50 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7863 PAPER MULBERRY, Broussonetia papyrifera. Also know as Tapa-Cloth Tree, its origin is China/Polynesia. It will quickly grow to 30 ft. in a frost free climate, or it size can be managed and grown inside in large containers. It has the most unusual shaped leaves I have ever seen on a tree. The bark of this tree was used to make cloth, shoes and helmets in Polynesia, as togas for the wealthy in Europe and as loin cloths for warriors on some islands. Its name also comes from the red fruits that closely resemble mulberries and according to Sturtevant's Edible Plants of the World, are quite edible. Zones 5-9. Packet of 10 seeds $2.50
7864 EUROPEAN HORNBEAM. (Carpe de Europa) CARPINUS BETULUS. A hardy tree resembling a beech that is prized for its very tough wood used to make piano key movements, axles and spokes. A very handsome tree. Zones 5-7. Packet of 20 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7865 JAPANESE MAPLE. (Arce Japonés) Acer palmatum. A very striking tree in much demand. Has red purplish foliage in early Spring and then brilliant fall colors. A good tub plant also. Zones 4-7. Packet of 10 seeds $2.50 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7866 CEDAR OF LEBANON. (Cedro de Líbano) Cedrus libani. A majestic cedar that is dome shaped and growing to a height of 40m. Zones 7-9. Packet of 5 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7868 EUROPEAN HACKBERRY. (Almez Europeo) Celtis australes. From S Europe. Grows easily from seeds and has gray bark, light green surrogated leaves and is grown for its umbrella type crown and valuable timber. Zones 3-7. Packet of 5 seeds $2.00
7870 MONTEREY CYPRESS. (Ciprés de Monterey) Cupressus macrocarpa. Bruised foliage has citronella-like smell. Conifer with small needle like leaves. Zones 5-9. Packet of 15 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here for two photos half way down the page.
7871 SWEET GUM. (Ocozol) Liquidambar styraciflua. Sweet Gums are grown mostly as ornamentals for their splendid fall colors. The lumber is known as satin walnut and used for cabinet making and veneer. Zones 6-9. Packet of 20 seeds $2.00
7872 ORIENTAL FLOWERING CHERRY. Prunus serrulata. From Eastern Asia comes one of the most beautiful plants in the world. Also known as "Shimidsu Sakura", the entire plant is enveloped in flowers ranging in color from white to pink in early Spring, followed by attractive foliage and pea size black fruit. Cold hard and fast growing. Zones 5-9. Packet of 5 seeds $2.50
7874 GIANT SEQUOIA. Sequoiadendron giganteum Giant tree to 100m. Bark brown, fibrous. Leaves evergreen. Zones 6-9. Packet of 15 seeds $2.00
7875 AMERICAN ELM. (Olmo Americo) Ulmus americana. An important timber tree that makes a wonderful shade and lawn tree. Grows to 120 ft. with brilliant fall colors. Zones 4-9. Packet of 20 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7876 RED ALDER. (Aliso Rojo) Alnus rubra. Grows 25m with bright red shoots. Cones are orange-colored. Zones 6-8. Packet of 75 seeds $2.00
7877 RED RIVER BIRCH. (Abedul del Rio) Betula nigra. A graceful pyramidal tree with striking peach-beige, black and rust colored shaggy, curling bark. Show best in clumps of 3 trees. Zones 4-8. 7877 Packet of 25 seeds $2.00 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. Packet of 10 seeds $2.00
7882 BLACK HILLS SPRUCE. (Abeto de Colinas Negras) Picea glauca. ental 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. Packet of 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. Packet of 20 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
7886 WESTERN RED CEDAR. (Cedro Rojo del Oeste) Thuja plicata. 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. Packet of 15 seeds $2.00
B1702 SACRED JAPANESE CEDAR. (Cedro Japonés 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 6-9. Packet of 5 seeds $2.00
B1705 PYRAMID CHINESE JUNIPER. (Enebro Chino Pirámide) Juniperus 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. Packet of 10 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
ON SALE! 1708 KENTUCKY COFFEE TREE. Gymnocladus dioica. A large shade tree with long leaves that are pinkish in spring, green in summer and yellow in fall. The seeds can be roasted and eaten like nuts or made into a coffee substitute. The bruised foliage when sprinkled with sweetened water will attract and kill flies. Can be raised in containers. Zones 4-7. Packet of 3 seeds $1.00 - Normally $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
B1708 INCENSE CEDAR. (Cedro del Incienso) Calocedrus decurrens. 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. Packet of 5 seeds $2.00
1711 BLACK LOCUST, FALSE ACACIA. (Acacia Falsa) Robinia pseudoacacia. Beautiful ornamental loaded with white fragrant flowers. An excellent shade tree with acacia type foliage. The fragrant flowers can be smelled for hundreds of ft. in spring. The bruised foliage mixed with sugar will attract and kill flies. Zones 4-8. Packet of 20 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
1717 OSAGE ORANGE. HEDGE APPLE (Maclura) Maclura pomifera. A fast growing shrub often grown as a hedge. It will grow to the size of a small tree at 25 to 35 ft. Pretty glossy foliage with greenish flowers. Good as a background or border plant. The crushed fruits of this plant are said to attract and kill cockroaches. Can be raised as container plant in northern states. Zones 5-9. Packet of 10 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
B1717 AMUR MAPLE. (Arce Amur) Acer ginnala. A fast growing small and dainty gray-barked tree from Northeast Asia with multiple trunks, white flowers and brilliant fall colors. Planted close to foundations, it is as beautiful in the urban landscape as in the rural. Very good choice for northern climates. Zones 3-6. Packet of 20 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
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. Zones 3-7. Packet of 5 seeds $2.00
B1738 CHOKE BERRY. (Amelanquier) Prunus melanocarpa. A very nice little bush that gives off loads of fruit and is easy to raise. Zones 5-9. Packet of 5 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
B1741 ENGLEMAN SPRUCE. (Abeto de Engleman) Picea englemannii. Leaves give off strong smell when bruised. This tree makes an excellent lawn tree or natural Christmas tree when raised outside. Zones 3-7 Packet of 20 seeds $2.00
2911 GOLDEN RAIN TREE. Koelreuteria paniculata. A stunning tree with bright yellow flowers. Necklaces are made from the seeds and the flowers are thought to have medicinal properties in China. Zones 5-9. Packet of 10 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
2921 PRINCESS TREE, IMPRESS TREE. Paulowinia tomentosa. A stunning tree with purple trumpet shaped leaves. Good shade tree. To 40 ft. Zones 5-8. Packet of 5 seeds $2.00
2977 GINKGO, MAIDENHAIR TREE. Ginkgo biloba. A unique tree with a leaf shape unlike any other. Its nuts are regarded as a delicacy in the Orient. A must have tree for the yard or garden. Zones 5-9. Packet of 3 seeds $2.00 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
NW06 PINK JAPANESE DOGWOOD TREE. (Cornejo Japonese Rosado) Cornus kousa. A beautiful and hardy dogwood from Japan that is covered with pink blossoms in the earliest parts of Spring. Zones 4-9. Packet of 5 seeds $2.50
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. Packet of 5 seeds $2.50
K7800 CATALPA, INDIAN BEAN TREE. (Catalpa from the Cherokee language) Catalpa bignonioides. BIGNONIOIDES. A beautiful deciduous tree to 60 ft. with large 8 to 10 inch leaves and long 18 to20 inch seed pods that are followed by yellow fall foliage. Beautiful white to pink or white to yellow flowers in early May to June. Used extensively for shade along streets in the southeast. Grown easily from seed. When danger of frost is past sow seed outdoors with only a little soil over the them. Hardy in Zones 5-9. Packet of 25 seeds $1.50 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
K1160 SILK TREE, MIMOSA. Albizia julibrissin. From Iran. A beautiful deciduous tree when raised outside, this tree also makes a wonderful tub plant. Has graceful, long feathery foliage and pink- yellow to white plume like flowers. The leaves are aromatic and used in Chinese cooking. This tree will develop multiple trunks and will grow to 30 or 35 ft. tall but will spread to a width of twice its height - needs space to spread out to show its best form. The leaflets fold up at night. Zones 6-9. Packet of 20 seeds $1.50 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
9674 CHASTE TREE, MONK'S PEPPER. Vitex agnus-castus. Small tree growing to 20 ft. or so with spikes of gragrant lilac flowers that are strongly aromatic. Hardy to at least zone 6. Seeds were once used by monks for seasoning as they were said to lessen sexual desire, thus the name. Very attractive lawn bush for warm areas. Packet of 20 seeds $2.50 For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
H757 BLACK MULBERRY. Morus nigra. A handsome tree with sweet, juicy berries that make fine preserves and wine. Decoction of rootbark was a traditional remedy for tapeworms. Hardy as far north as southwestern Ontario and British Columbia. Packet of 20 seeds $2.00
H919 WITCH HAZEL. Hamamalis virginiana. The bark, leaves and twigs of this beautiful garden tree yields the Witch Haxel of pharmacy use. The extract contains substances which tend to constrict the blood vessels with the effect of preventing bleeding. The leaves turn yellow in fall and yellow flowers are also present. Zones 5-9. Packet of 12 seeds $2.00
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LF114 ROSE OF SHARON. SHRUB ALTHEA. Hibiscus syriacus. A good hedge, reaching 12-16 ft., that is loaded with pinkish violet flowers with burgundy centers in mid summer until fall. Needs moist, but well drained soil and can grow in full sun or partial shade in zones 5-9. Plants should be pruned back heavily in winter. Space plants 2-3 ft. apart. For Picture/Culture Information Click Here
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