Whatcom Seed Company - Catalog of Rare, Exotic, Unusual Garden Seeds

Banksia menziesii Menzies' Banksia Qty $ 4.28 /packet 8 seeds		Native to Western Australia, this intriguing tall shrub or small tree will sometimes reach 20' in height but can be trimmed shorter. The flower heads are often used in dried floral arrangements. One of the most colorful of all banksias and not difficult to grow from seed. Zone 8b+

Beaucarnea recurvata Ponytail Palm Qty $ 3.29 /packet 25 seeds		Ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is not a palm, but rather a caudiciform succulent native to Mexico. With its unusual swollen base, the plant makes an impressive potted specimen. Do not overwater! Established plants can store water for up to one year. Watering every 3 or 4 weeks is sufficient. Slow growing, needs full sun to light shade. While in nature Beaucarnea recurvata can sometimes reach 30 feet in height with a base 12 feet across, the plant will grow nowhere near as large in cultivation -- especially when confined to a container. Must always be kept in a frost-free location. Zone 10+

Begonia x tuberhybrida Pin-Up Flame Begonia Qty $ 3.95 /packet 15 seeds		It's easy to see why this brilliant and unusual begonia is an All America Selections winner. This stunning annual has large 1-2 inch single flowers, flaming with yellow and orange. The small plant is only 12 inches but will flower all season with minimal care. 'Pin Up Flame' is perfect for any patio container when grown in a shady location. Seeds are pelleted for easy handling. Annual (all zones)

Belamcanda chinensis Leopard Flower or Blackberry Lily Qty $ 3.95 /packet 15 seeds		Belamcanda chinensis is known as Leopard Flower or Blackberry Lily. It is actually an iris originating from China and said to be a favorite of Thomas Jefferson. Belamcanda grows 3-4' in height and blooms in early summer. Each flower lasts for only a day but many blooms can be expected, yielding continual color for several weeks. Attractive, black seed pods develop in late summer and fall, which later open to reveal black seed clusters, reminiscent of blackberries. An extraordinary and uncommon specimen plant. Zone 4(?)+

Berlandiera lyrata Chocolate Flower Qty $ 3.07 /packet 35 seeds		Smells Like Chocolate Ah, the distinct aroma of CHOCOLATE! This attractive wildflower is native to the U.S. Southwest and emits a delicious fragrance (especially in the morning) that bears the most striking resemblance to chocolate. Pale yellow flowers with maroon-brown centers. Attractive to butterflies. Easy to grow, thrives in poor, dry soil, likes plenty of sun. Zone 5+.

Bismarckia nobilis Bismarck Palm Qty $ 5.38 /packet 5 large seeds		How to do justice to this magnificent palm in just a few words? The Bismarck palm has a full crown of large, silvery blue, circular, fan-shaped leaves and a tall, columnar trunk. The fronds on this palm can get up to 10 feet across. In seedlings and young plants, the leaves are tinged with an unreal purple-red colour. Bismarckia develops fairly quickly into a large and stunning tree that is excellently suited for the subtropical or tropical garden. It is tolerant of drought and a few degrees of frost and wants a place in full sun, such as it enjoys in the highland savannas of its native home of Madagascar. May reach 60 feet in height. Our seeds are collected only from the areas of Madagascar with the best, most silvery blue plants. A winner! Zone 9b+

Brahea armata Blue Hesper Palm Qty $ 3.95 /packet 10 seeds		Probably the bluest of all palms, the silvery Blue Hesper Palm is well suited to hot, dry climates and will withstand frost. Makes a striking accent plant. Slow growing up to 50 feet but seldom seen this tall. Very distinctive and beautiful. Hardy to zone 8 once established. Zone 10+

Broccoli/Cauliflower Broccoflower Qty $ 2.85 /packet 50 seeds		You might find Broccoflower at your local supermarket from time to time. Broccoflower is a cross between cauliflower and broccoli. It has a delicious, sweet and mild flavor, something like cauliflower and something like broccoli! You can easily grow your own Broccoflower. Open-pollinated seeds will produce bright green, 1 lb heads. Better heat tolerance than broccoli or cauliflower. Excellent raw in salads or for dipping. Or cook up and serve as an interesting alternative to broccoli or cauliflower. Good source of vitamin C. 68 days

Brugmansia sanguinea Red Angel's Trumpet Qty $ 3.62 /packet 10 seeds		A small shrubby tree from the Andes with large pendulous flowers up to 10" long. Flowers are tubular, bright red-orange at the mouth, fading to yellow at the base. Bears long, ovate leaves up to 10" long. Zone 8-10 or can be brought indoors for winter. Zone 8-10 No export to Australia

Butia paraguayensis Dwarf Yatay Palm Qty $ 3.62 /packet 12 seeds		An interesting and rare dwarf Butia, this palm rarely grows to more than 6' tall. It has a short, slender trunk and strongly arching, blue-green leaves, with the leaflets held in a V-shape. This dwarf Butia is most useful as an ornamental palm in the temperate and subtropical garden where it will tolerate summer heat and temperatures down to 23°F. Native to Paraguay, Argentina and Southern Brazil. Zone 9+

Cabbage O-S Cross Giant Cabbage Qty $ 3.18 /packet 50 seeds		All America Winner F-1 Hybrid O-S Cross The famous O-S Cross Cabbage, which under optimal growing conditions can exceed 70 pounds, is a show-stopper in gardens all over the US. O-S Cross is a high-quality, bolt-resistant F-1 hybrid that produces enormous flat-topped exhibition-sized heads. And whereas the most gigantic examples are grown under Alaska's long summer days, this variety is known to grow to 25 pounds or more under the shorter days found in the lower latitutes. Often grown as an ornamental in flowerbeds and destined to be the talk of your neighborhood. 80 days

Cabbage, Walking Stick Brassica oleracea palmifolia Qty $ 3.29 /packet 10 seeds		Also called Walking Stick Kale or Jersey Kale, here is a real novelty that's easy to grow and sure to attract attention. Plants grow 6 - 7 feet the first year and can reach 15 feet or more in height the second year, if grown over winter (will need protection in colder areas). In the Channel Islands, the stems have been crafted into fine walking sticks for well over a century. Also edible, but mainly grown for its ornamental and novelty value. Zone 7+ or Annual (all zones)

Cactus-Succulent Mix Cactus Assortment Qty $ 3.84 /packet 200 seeds		Our premium cactus-succulent seed mixture includes a wide variety of beautiful and unusual species. Seeds are of the highest quality. As the seeds are selected at random, each packet will be different. An excellent choice if you enjoy pleasant surprises! Zone n/a No export to Australia

Calochortus ambiguus
Doubting Mariposa Lily

Qty $ 2.96 /packet

50 seeds

Arizona Wildflower

These graceful wildflowers grow in upland areas of Arizona. The white/pale pink flowers are large (2 inches or more across) and may bloom from March through June. "Mariposa" is Spanish for "butterfly" and it is said that Mariposa Lillies in the breeze resemble fluttering butterflies. Prefers a sunny location and rich, well-drained soils. Will also do well in rocky soils.

Zone 6+

Camellia sinensis Tea Qty $ 4.17 /packet 10 seeds		Grow Your Own TEA Camellia sinensis is the source of true tea. Tea plants are actually trees, which in cultivation are kept pruned to a spreading shrub, 2 - 5 feet in height. The plants are evergreen and can be grown outdoors in zones 7-9 or kept in a container. Fragrant white flowers appear in late fall. Prefers light shade and rich, acidic soil. Highly ornamental and easy to grow. Zone 7-9 No export to Canada or Australia

Carpinus coreana Korean Hornbeam Qty $ 4.06 /packet 20 seeds		Hornbeam makes a great bonsai and Korean Hornbeam (C. coreana) is considered by many to be the most desirable. The tiny, pleated leaves display incredible color in the fall, turning red, yellow and orange -- often on the same leaf! Korean Hornbeam also makes a wonderful, small specimen tree. Grows a bit more slowly than the other hornbeams. Zone 7+

Carpinus turczaninovii Korean Hornbeam Qty $ 3.84 /packet 30 seeds		This Korean Hornbeam (Carpinus turczaninovii) grows much, much faster than C. coreana and can develop a nice, thick trunk within a few years. For this reason, many bonsai enthusiasts prefer to work with this variety. Emerging sping foliage is maroon-red, turning to green in the summer and shades of orange-red in the fall. Handsome, dense growth and attractive, gnarled trunk and branches. Also makes a very charming, rather small landscape specimen, reaching only about 20 feet in height. Superb tree, not commonly found in nurseries. Zone 6 - 9

Carrot Nutri-Red Carrot Qty $ 2.85 /packet 100 seeds		When peeled and cooked, this distinctive carrot is a dark blood-red with great taste and flavor. Very high in Lycopene content (the cancer anti-oxidant) and highly recommended for its nutritional values. A vigorous grower with strong, 12-inch tops, carrots grow to about 9 inches long and 1 1/2 inches in diameter at the shoulders. Turns deeper red, sweeter and milder flavor when cooked. 72 days

Carrot Purple Dragon Carrot Qty $ 3.29 /packet 100 seeds		Yummy Novelty Here it is! The much sought after Purple Dragon carrot. Renowned for its deep purple skin and orange interior (sometimes with a cream coloured ring at the core), this unique carrot surprises and pleases kids and adults alike. Excellent cooked or raw, with real carrot flavour and a hint of spiciness. High antioxidant and vitamin content. Easy to grow, harvest July to October. 80 days

Carrot White Kuttiger Carrot Qty $ 2.85 /packet 100 seeds		Something new? No, white carrots have been sold in European markets for 300 years or more. Mild in flavor, this Kuttiger true white variety is quite a delicacy. Excellent long storage ability. See also our purple, red and yellow carrots and create some amazing carrot color combo dishes. 70 days

Carrot Yellow Carrot Qty $ 2.85 /packet 100 seeds		Sweet, crunchy carrots in designer yellow. What's next? Fun to grow, good to eat, and kids love 'em! Amaze your friends and astound your neighbors! This is one heck of a carrot. But mostly, it's yellow. Yes, a yellow carrot chock full of tasty succulence. And it can be yours -- that is, a hundred seeds can be yours -- imagine that! 70 days

RAINBOW CARROTS ASSORTMENT Yellow Carrot (100 seeds) Nutri-Red Carrot (100 seeds) White Kuttiger Carrot (100 seeds) Purple Dragon Carrot (100 seeds) $ 11.84 value Special $ 8.90 Qty $ 8.90 ea. 400 seeds

Carya illinoinensis Pecan Qty $ 3.62 /packet 10 large seeds		A True American Nut One of the USA's important agricultural products, pecans are the only major tree nut that can be considered a true American nut. Pecans were first discovered growing in North America and parts of Mexico in the 1600s and were given the name "pecan" based on the Native American word of Algonquin origin, meaning "all nuts requiring a stone to crack." Pecans were favored by pre-colonial residents and served as a major source of food because they were accessible to waterways and easier to shell than other North American nut species. Today, pecans are grown in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Texas and are enjoyed around the world as the perfect nut. According to U.S. Department of Agriculture statistics, over 346 million pounds of pecans were produced in the U.S. in 1999. In fact, the majority of the world's pecan production, 80 percent, comes from the U.S. Zone 5+

Caryota obtusa Giant Fishtail Palm Qty $ 3.95 /packet 5 large seeds		Giant Fish Tail Palm Caryota obtusa is by far the most massive of the fishtail palms. It is found scattered over a vast area between northeast India and northern Thailand, always growing in the mountains. The form from N-Thailand, which has recently been described as C. gigas, has been introduced into cultivation many years back. The true form from the NE-Indian States of Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh however, where William Griffith collected the type specimen for his description of the species in 'Palms of British East India' (1850), has never made it into cultivation. As such we are very pleased to be able to offer this form to you now for the very first time ever. This awesome and majestic fishtail palm has a thick trunk (to 2 or 3 ft in diameter) and huge, flatly held leaves in the manner of a giant tree fern, which it resembles. The seeds germinate quickly, and subsequent growth is extremely fast, up to 3ft per year once established. The Indian form grows in the Himalayan foothills at altitudes of up to about 3300ft, and much further north than the Thai form (C. gigas). While the two are not really differing in looks, the Indian form will likely grow in even cooler conditions, and tolerate even a few more degrees of frost. Grow it where its great size can best be appreciated, and give it plenty of water and fertilizer. Zone 10+

Cassia alata Candelabra Plant Qty $ 3.18 /packet 50 seeds		Dazzling Display -- Indoors or Out Cassia alata is very easy to grow from seed and will bloom the first year. Although the plant can grow up to 25 feet tall in the tropics, it is often kept as a much smaller container plant indoors. Zone 10+ No export to Australia

Cauliflower Orange F1 Cheddar Qty $ 4.28 /packet 35 seeds		High in beta-carotene, this gorgeous new ORANGE cauliflower contains 25 times more vitamin A than white cauliflower. Orange Cheddar becomes an even brighter orange when lightly cooked. Fantastic taste and color for fall harvest. 68 days

Cauliflower Purple Head Cauliflower Qty $ 3.29 /packet 40 seeds		Deep Purple Cauliflower, excellent broccoli-like flavor. Six-inch purple heads turn green when cooked. Excellent eaten raw or delicious cooked. Entertain guests with fresh, purple florets served with a veggie dip! 70 days

Cedrus libani Cedar of Lebanon Qty $ 3.95 /packet 25 seeds		The needle-like foliage of this highly unusual and rare tree is produced in bunches on older twigs and singly on current season's growth. It is prized for its dark green foliage, picturesque habit of growth, and ornamental cones. Massive forests in the now barren Biblical lands were made up of this species. It is said to have been used for timbers in Solomon's Temple. Growth is rather slow. Excellent bonsai specimen. Zone 5b-8a No export to Australia.

Cercis canadensis Eastern Redbud Qty $ 3.29 /packet 35 seeds		Also known as the Judas Tree, Eastern Redbud is found throughout the eastern United States. Highly valued as an ornamental, flowers early in the spring even before other leaves appear. Eastern Redbud is the state tree of Oklahoma. Zone 4+

Cerinthe major purpurescens Blue Shrimp Plant Qty $ 3.84 /packet 10 seeds		This plant is definitely a MUST HAVE! Pale grey-green mottled foliage terminates in stunning, color-changing blue to purple bracts, which, in turn, surround the most graceful bell flowers. Native to the Mediterranean region of southern Europe, Cerinthe major was only recently introduced to cultivation. Grown as an annual in all zones, readily self-seeds but can also survive milder winters. Easy to germinate and fairly carefree, prefers full sun to part shade. 18 - 24 inches in height. Attracts bees and hummingbirds, too. Stunning and fascinating! Zone 5+ or Annual (all zones)

Chamaecyparis obtusa Hinoki Cypress Qty $ 3.62 /packet 50 seeds		Hinoki Cypress (Japanese Cypress) is highly prized among experienced bonsai enthusiasts. This elegant evergreen is a large tree in the wild, up to 120 feet in height. Yet it is easy to keep pruned to a much smaller size. Fan-shaped sprays of dark green foliage, with white, X-shaped markings on the underside. Hinoki Cypress is ideal for the Japanese garden and can be used to great effect in virtually any landscape. Prefers full sun but part shade is okay. The tree can be variable in form -- many outstanding cultivars have been introduced. Each specimen grown from seed is unique. Moderately fast grower, as much as a foot per year. But patience is required, as seeds may be slow to germinate. Zone 4 - 8 No export to Australia.

Chamaedorea elegans Neantha Bella Palm Qty $ 3.95 /packet 12 seeds		Chamaedorea elegans is one of the more widely grown indoor palms, perhaps largely because it requires only minimal light to thrive. Also known as Neantha Bella and Parlour Palm, this small, graceful palm is an ideal indoor pot plant. Its long, arching fronds of shiny deep green complement any decor. Maximum height of 4'. Native to Mexico and Guatemala. Very easy to care for but keep watered and away from direct sunlight. Zone 10+

Chorisia speciosa
Silk Floss Tree

Qty $ 3.62 /packet

10 seeds

Related to the Baobab, this is a great exotic looking tree for quickly creating tropical effects as it can grow 3-5 ft per year when young. The unusual trunk thickens and becomes bottle shaped as it ages, never failing to attract attention with its stiff spines. Beautiful flowers cover a bare tree. The tree is deciduous and grows up to 60 ft in height. Silk floss trees will drop their leaves when the temperature falls below 27 degrees F, but established specimens have been known to survive freezes down to 20 degrees F. Protect young trees from freezes.

Zone 9+

Citrofortunella mitis Calamondin Orange Qty $ 3.84 /packet 10 seeds		Calamondin is cultivated in the Philippines and elsewhere as an important citrus crop. In the U.S. and Europe it is grown mainly as an outstanding ornamental. The tree, which is often trained as a bonsai, will bloom year-round -- filling the air with the aroma of citrus blossom. Flower and fruit often will appear at the same time. Minimum temp, 50° F. Zone 10+ No shipping outside the USA

Clematis macropetala Early Blue Clematis Qty $ 4.28 /packet 15 seeds		This species of Clematis (also called Downy Clematis) is an April/May-flowering, semi-woody climbing Clematis which typically grows 6-10' and produces nodding, lantern-shaped, blue/blue-violet flowers up to 3" across. Not content with a spectacular show in the spring, macropetala sports attractive, fluffy seedheads later in the year and may even give a sparse second crop of flowers towards the end of the season. Like other climbing clematises, it can be trained to climb a wall, trellis, fence, arbor, porch, lamp post or other stationary structure. It can also be planted to sprawl through large, later-blooming shrubs as it flowers so early. The blooms appear on old wood. A vigorous, free-flowering variety that will thrive in any site. Clematis macropetala Is very cold hardy and may be grown as far north as Alaska. Zone 3-8

Clematis tangutica Golden Clematis Qty $ 3.29 /packet 25 seeds		This uncommon Clematis, native to Mongolia, is a vigorous climber which is ideal for covering large walls, pergolas and archways. It can also be used as a ground cover. This Clematis becomes a shower of nodding yellow lanterns, with silvery seed heads to follow. Fast growing, to 15', tolerant of poor soil but needs plenty of watering. Full sun to part shade. Will live for many years and seems to improve each season. Zone 3-9

Clitoria ternatea Butterfly Pea Qty $ 3.62 /packet 12 seeds		Clitoria ternatea is a vigorous, twining vine that blooms in just 6 weeks from seed. Sensational plant for hanging baskets. Bright, deep blue flowers to 2" year round. White blooms may also appear occasionally. Full sun to part shade, morning sun is best. Annual or tender perennial. Zone 8+ or Annual (all zones)

Cobaea scandens Cup & Saucer Vine Qty $ 4.17 /packet 10 seeds		Honey-scented Vine Pollinated by Bats Growing 15 - 25 feet in a single season, Cobaea scandens is often grown as an annual, though it is actually a perennial in its native Central America. The flowers start very pale greenish-white, then turn a rosy purple and gradually darken until falling off after four days. Cup-and-saucer Vine will grow rapidly over a fence, trellis, or wall. Its stems cling by branched tendrils that grow on the end of each leaf stalk .A Victorian favorite! Zone 9+ or Annual (all zones)

Cobaea scandens alba White Cathedral Bells Qty $ 4.28 /packet 10 seeds		Honey-scented Vine Pollinated by Bats Growing 15 - 25 feet in a single season, Cobaea scandens is often grown as an annual, though it is actually a perennial in its native Mexico and Central America. The distinctive flowers of the white form (alba) are creamy, greenish-white and more uncommon than the purple variety. Cathedral Bells (Cup-and-saucer Vine) will grow rapidly over a fence, trellis, or wall. Its stems cling by branched tendrils that grow on the end of each leaf stalk. A Victorian favorite! Zone 9+ or Annual (all zones)

Codonopsis clematidea Bonnet Bellflower Qty $ 3.62 /packet 15 seeds		Look inside! Pale blue, nodding, bell-shaped flowers. The inside of the flowers are very colorful with striking orange markings in the center surrounded by purple rings. A semi-climber that does especially well when it has other plants to provide support and to climb over. Grows to about 3' in height, best in partial shade and moist soil. Zone 3+

Coffea arabica Coffee Plant Qty $ 3.84 /packet 12 seeds		Arabica accounts for about 75% of the world coffee production and is the coffee that specialty roasters search for. Coffea arabica is easy to grow indoors, makes a very attractive houseplant and if it likes you well enough it will even reward you with flowers and berries. A six-foot plant can produce two to four pounds of coffee a year. Grow in medium light, or filtered or indirect sunlight. Use a rich, acid soil kept moderately moist. Peat moss in the potting mix will help provide acid conditions. Ideal temperatures are between 60 and 85 degrees. Give the roots room to grow. Hardy to 28F. Zone 10+ No export to Australia

Coffea catura Dwarf Coffee Plant Qty $ 3.29 /packet 12 seeds		Coffea catura is an outstanding, dwarf arabica variety, which is a heavy bearer that does not require shading. Grows just 24" - 30" in height. In addition to producing the finest coffee beans, Coffea catura makes a splendid houseplant or, in warm climates, may be grown outdoors as an ornamental. Does not tolerate frost. The lush foliage is deep glossy green and noticeably ridged, giving the leaves an embossed appearance. Extremely handsome! Zone 10+ No export to Australia

Coffea kona
Kona Coffee Plant

Qty $ 3.95 /packet

12 seeds

Kona coffee is considered to be among the finest gourmet coffees in the world. This small tree has dark green, glossy leaves. This coffee is easy to grow indoors and makes a very attractive houseplant. Clusters of white, fragrant flowers, followed by bright red beans. Often will begin to produce in just four years and can yield over a pound of coffee a year! Grow in medium light, or filtered or indirect sunlight. Use a rich, acid soil kept moderately moist. Peat moss in the potting mix will help provide acid conditions. Ideal temperatures are between 60 and 85 degrees. Give the roots room to grow. Hardy to 28F.

Zone 10+

No export to Australia

Cortaderia selloana White Pampas Grass Qty $ 3.18 /packet 200+ seeds		White Pampas Grass is an ornamental grass with showy plumes in late summer, flowering August to October. Does best in full sun and well-drained soil. Zone 7 - 9. This beautiful "White Feather" perennial will come back year after year with a spectacular display. Looks nice in containers but is most impressive right out front, centerstage. If you're looking for something that will attract attention, this is it! Very easy to grow. Zone 7-9 No export to Australia or New Zealand

Cortaderia selloana rosea Pink Pampas Grass Qty $ 3.29 /packet 200+ seeds		Stunning Garden Showpiece Grows 8 to 10 feet tall Pink Pampas Grass is an ornamental grass with showy pink plumes in late summer, flowering August to October. Does best in full sun and well-drained soil. Zone 7 - 9. This beautiful "Pink Feather" perennial will come back year after year with a spectacular display. Looks nice in containers but is most impressive right out front, centerstage. If you're looking for something that will attract attention, this is it! Very easy to grow. Zone 7-9 No export to Australia or New Zealand

Cotoneaster horizontalis Rockspray Cotoneaster Qty $ 2.96 /packet 30 seeds		Popular & Fast-Growing Cotoneaster (pronounced ko-toe-nee-AS-ter) is an excellent plant for novice bonsai enthusiasts: they are tough, easy too grow, not too thirsty, tolerant of all sorts of light conditions and most soils. Small, pink flowers in the spring and bright red berries in the fall add interest year round. Native to Western China and hardy to zone 5. Give it a try! Zone 5+

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