Red Maple Tree Seeds

Red Maple Tree

Northern Red Maple
(Acer rubrum, wings)

Excellent tree for a lawn, park, or street. Red Maple Trees have a beautiful fall color. Red Maple Trees can reach heights of 40 to 120 feet.

Growth Rate: Medium to Fast

Soil Type: Prefers slightly acid, moist conditions.

Zones: 3 to 9

Germination Range: 40-60%

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Red Maple Tree Seeds

Stratification Requirement: Soak in water for 24 hours then 30 days cold moist stratification

Indoor Planting: If your seeds require stratification or scarification – do the recommended pretreatment before planting indoors. Planting Instructions: Fill a container with seed starting mix to about ½ inch from the top. Place your seeds 1 inch to 1 ½ inches below the soil surface. Gently water your seeds to keep moist, not soaking wet. Heat & humidity is critical for germination. Germination may occur in 1 week or as long as 3 months (depending on the species). Place the seed container on a heat mat under growing light(s). Keep your growing lights on 14 hours per day. Keep your heat mat on 24 hours per day. Once your seeds germinate, move each seed into its own container under the growing lights and on the heat mat. Keep your seedlings indoors for 2-3 months before transplanting outdoors in the spring (May to June).

Outdoor Planting: If your seeds do not require stratification: the best time to plant tree and shrub seeds outdoors is after the last frost in your area (spring). In the Northern states – the best time to plant seeds outdoors is from May to June. If your seeds require pretreatment: you should plant your seeds outdoors before the ground freezes in your area (late September to early November). Your seeds will naturally stratify during the cold winter. Germination usually occurs in May or during the spring season.

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River Birch Tree Seeds

River Birch Tree

River Birch
(Betula Nigra Northern)

The River Birch tree is an excellent tree for estates, parks, golf courses, campuses and other large areas. This tree is best grown in areas that are wet for most of the winter and dry in the summer and fall. The River Birch Tree grows medium to fast, reaching heights of 30 to 40 feet over a 20 year period. The River Birch Tree often grows to 40 to 70 feet in height.

Soil Type: Prefers moist soils. Found in the wild along stream banks and in swampy bottomlands. The River Birch Tree will survive in drier soils, although it reaches its maximum development in moist, fertile areas, acid soils.

Zones: 4 to 8

Germination Range: 50-70%

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Stratification Requirement: 60 days cold moist stratification and slightly bury the seed.

Indoor Planting: If your seeds require stratification or scarification – do the recommended pretreatment before planting indoors. Planting Instructions: Fill a container with seed starting mix to about ½ inch from the top. Place your seeds 1 inch to 1 ½ inches below the soil surface. Gently water your seeds to keep moist, not soaking wet. Heat & humidity is critical for germination. Germination may occur in 1 week or as long as 3 months (depending on the species). Place the seed container on a heat mat under growing light(s). Keep your growing lights on 14 hours per day. Keep your heat mat on 24 hours per day. Once your seeds germinate, move each seed into its own container under the growing lights and on the heat mat. Keep your seedlings indoors for 2-3 months before transplanting outdoors in the spring (May to June).

Outdoor Planting: If your seeds do not require stratification: the best time to plant tree and shrub seeds outdoors is after the last frost in your area (spring). In the Northern states – the best time to plant seeds outdoors is from May to June. If your seeds require pretreatment: you should plant your seeds outdoors before the ground freezes in your area (late September to early November). Your seeds will naturally stratify during the cold winter. Germination usually occurs in May or during the spring season.

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Kentucky Coffeetree Seeds

Kentucky Coffeetree

Kentucky Coffeetree
(Gymnocladus dioicus)

The Kentucky Coffeetree is a popular tree that can reach 60 to 75 feet in height. The Kentucky Coffeetree is an excellent tree for parks, lawns, golf courses, and other large areas. This tree is a beautiful tree. The seeds were used by early settlers to Kentucky as a coffee substitute; hence the trees common name.

Soil Type: Prefers rich, deep, moist soil. Will adapt to poorer soils & environments such as chalk, limestone, drought, and city conditions.

Zones: 3 to 8

Germination Range: 70-90%

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Stratification Requirement: Seed should be scarified before planting.

Indoor Planting: If your seeds require stratification or scarification – do the recommended pretreatment before planting indoors. Planting Instructions: Fill a container with seed starting mix to about ½ inch from the top. Place your seeds 1 inch to 1 ½ inches below the soil surface. Gently water your seeds to keep moist, not soaking wet. Heat & humidity is critical for germination. Germination may occur in 1 week or as long as 3 months (depending on the species). Place the seed container on a heat mat under growing light(s). Keep your growing lights on 14 hours per day. Keep your heat mat on 24 hours per day. Once your seeds germinate, move each seed into its own container under the growing lights and on the heat mat. Keep your seedlings indoors for 2-3 months before transplanting outdoors in the spring (May to June).

Outdoor Planting: If your seeds do not require stratification: the best time to plant tree and shrub seeds outdoors is after the last frost in your area (spring). In the Northern states – the best time to plant seeds outdoors is from May to June. If your seeds require pretreatment: you should plant your seeds outdoors before the ground freezes in your area (late September to early November). Your seeds will naturally stratify during the cold winter. Germination usually occurs in May or during the spring season.

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Common Honey Locust Tree Seeds

Common Honey Locust Tree

Thornless Common Honey Locust
(Gleditsia triacanthos inermis)

The Common Honey Locust Tree is an excellent lawn tree for providing filtered shade. This tree can reach heights between 30 to 70 feet.

Soil Type: Prefers rich, moist bottomlands and limestone soils, salt tolerant and tolerant of drought conditions.

Zones: 4 to 9

Germination Range: 70-90%

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Common Honey Locust Tree Seeds

Stratification Requirement: Seeds should be scarified. Place seeds in a mason jar lined with coarse sandpaper and shake for 2-3 minutes or use a file to nick the seeds. Soak in water for 24 hours and then plant. Germination trials show the seed germinating with just a 24 hour water soak.

Indoor Planting: If your seeds require stratification or scarification – do the recommended pretreatment before planting indoors. Planting Instructions: Fill a container with seed starting mix to about ½ inch from the top. Place your seeds 1 inch to 1 ½ inches below the soil surface. Gently water your seeds to keep moist, not soaking wet. Heat & humidity is critical for germination. Germination may occur in 1 week or as long as 3 months (depending on the species). Place the seed container on a heat mat under growing light(s). Keep your growing lights on 14 hours per day. Keep your heat mat on 24 hours per day. Once your seeds germinate, move each seed into its own container under the growing lights and on the heat mat. Keep your seedlings indoors for 2-3 months before transplanting outdoors in the spring (May to June).

Outdoor Planting: If your seeds do not require stratification: the best time to plant tree and shrub seeds outdoors is after the last frost in your area (spring). In the Northern states – the best time to plant seeds outdoors is from May to June. If your seeds require pretreatment: you should plant your seeds outdoors before the ground freezes in your area (late September to early November). Your seeds will naturally stratify during the cold winter. Germination usually occurs in May or during the spring season.

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Japanese Maple Tree Seeds

Japanese Maple Tree

Japanese Maple
(Acer palmatum - wings)

The Japanese Maple tree is a popular tree for landscape use. It is a slow growing tree, reaching 10 to 15 feet over a 10 year period. Works great as a shrub border, bonsai.

Soil Type: Prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Zones: 5 to 8

Germination Range: 60-80%

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Stratification Requirement: 60-120 days cold moist stratification.

Indoor Planting: If your seeds require stratification or scarification – do the recommended pretreatment before planting indoors. Planting Instructions: Fill a container with seed starting mix to about ½ inch from the top. Place your seeds 1 inch to 1 ½ inches below the soil surface. Gently water your seeds to keep moist, not soaking wet. Heat & humidity is critical for germination. Germination may occur in 1 week or as long as 3 months (depending on the species). Place the seed container on a heat mat under growing light(s). Keep your growing lights on 14 hours per day. Keep your heat mat on 24 hours per day. Once your seeds germinate, move each seed into its own container under the growing lights and on the heat mat. Keep your seedlings indoors for 2-3 months before transplanting outdoors in the spring (May to June).

Outdoor Planting: If your seeds do not require stratification: the best time to plant tree and shrub seeds outdoors is after the last frost in your area (spring). In the Northern states – the best time to plant seeds outdoors is from May to June. If your seeds require pretreatment: you should plant your seeds outdoors before the ground freezes in your area (late September to early November). Your seeds will naturally stratify during the cold winter. Germination usually occurs in May or during the spring season.

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Black Walnut Tree Seeds

Black Walnut Tree

Black Walnut

(Juglans nigra, Northern)

The Black Walnut tree can reach heights of 100 to 130 feet. The Black Walnut tree produces delicious sweet, rich nuts. The wood is prized for furniture making.

Soil Type: Prefers deep, rich moist soils.

Zones: 4 to 9

Germination Range: 60-80%

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Stratification Requirement: Seed requires 90 to 120 days cold moist stratification.

Indoor Planting: If your seeds require stratification or scarification – do the recommended pretreatment before planting indoors. Planting Instructions: Fill a container with seed starting mix to about ½ inch from the top. Place your seeds 1 inch to 1 ½ inches below the soil surface. Gently water your seeds to keep moist, not soaking wet. Heat & humidity is critical for germination. Germination may occur in 1 week or as long as 3 months (depending on the species). Place the seed container on a heat mat under growing light(s). Keep your growing lights on 14 hours per day. Keep your heat mat on 24 hours per day. Once your seeds germinate, move each seed into its own container under the growing lights and on the heat mat. Keep your seedlings indoors for 2-3 months before transplanting outdoors in the spring (May to June).

Outdoor Planting: If your seeds do not require stratification: the best time to plant tree and shrub seeds outdoors is after the last frost in your area (spring). In the Northern states – the best time to plant seeds outdoors is from May to June. If your seeds require pretreatment: you should plant your seeds outdoors before the ground freezes in your area (late September to early November). Your seeds will naturally stratify during the cold winter. Germination usually occurs in May or during the spring season.

NOTE: Black Walnuts ship to the USA and Canada only.

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Product Details:

Botanical Name: Juglans nigra

Height: 50 - 75 feet.

Spacing: At least 8 - 12 feet apart for groupings, but 30 - 40 feet apart when growing for a specimen tree.

Depth: Same as nursery.

Spread: 30 - 40 feet.

Light Required: Full sun.

Pollinator: Partial self pollinating - but requires another black walnut for larger yields.

Yield: Varies. Up to 30 bushels at maturity.

Foliage: Medium to dark green, oval leaves, compound.

Fruit: Green cased nut often dropping to ground when black.

Zone: 4 - 8 (-20° F.).

Form: Deciduous. Oval.

Flower Form: Not showy, catkins.

Soil Requirements: Well-drained, deep. rich, moist soil. Tolerates dry soils once established.

Growth Rate: Medium growth rate. 12 - 24 inches per year.

Comments: Prized for nuts and timber. Bears up to 30 bushels of nuts once established. Truly a gourmet favorite-black walnuts have a rich flavor prized for baking, plus twice the protein of English walnuts. Trees grow up to 75 feet tall with dark green foliage, excellent for providing shade. Dark brown wood is strong with an attractive grain, providing valuable timber. Self-pollinating, but plant two or more for top crops.

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Pin Oak Tree Seeds

Pin Oak Tree

Pin Oak
(Quercus palustris)

The Pin Oak Tree is one of the faster growing oaks, growing 12 to 15 feet in height over a 5 to 7 year period. The Pin Oak Tree is the most popular shade tree. Best used for lawns, parks, golf courses, commercial landscapes and streets. The Pin Oak can reach heights of 50 to 60 feet.

Soil Type: Prefers moist, rich, acid, well-drained soil.

Zones: 4 to 6
Germination Range: 70-90%

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Stratification Requirement: 60 days cold moist stratification.

Indoor Planting: If your seeds require stratification or scarification – do the recommended pretreatment before planting indoors. Planting Instructions: Fill a container with seed starting mix to about ½ inch from the top. Place your seeds 1 inch to 1 ½ inches below the soil surface. Gently water your seeds to keep moist, not soaking wet. Heat & humidity is critical for germination. Germination may occur in 1 week or as long as 3 months (depending on the species). Place the seed container on a heat mat under growing light(s). Keep your growing lights on 14 hours per day. Keep your heat mat on 24 hours per day. Once your seeds germinate, move each seed into its own container under the growing lights and on the heat mat. Keep your seedlings indoors for 2-3 months before transplanting outdoors in the spring (May to June).

Outdoor Planting: If your seeds do not require stratification: the best time to plant tree and shrub seeds outdoors is after the last frost in your area (spring). In the Northern states – the best time to plant seeds outdoors is from May to June. If your seeds require pretreatment: you should plant your seeds outdoors before the ground freezes in your area (late September to early November). Your seeds will naturally stratify during the cold winter. Germination usually occurs in May or during the spring season.

Note: This product only ships to the USA and Canada.

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Sugar Maple Tree Seeds

Sugar Maple Tree

Northern Sugar Maple
(Acer saccharum, Northern de-winged) Note: Southern Sugar Maple is also available. Please request when ordering.

The Sugar Maple tree is one of the best of the larger shade and lawn trees, an excellent tree for lawn, park, golf courses, and street trees. Grows to 60 to 75 feet in height, sometimes to 100 to 120 feet. The Sugar Maple Tree can produce the sap to make Maple Syrup.

Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, moderately moist, fertile soil. Tolerates shade.

Zones: 4 to 7
Germination Range: 80-90%

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Sugar Maple Tree Seeds

Stratification Requirement: Seed requires 60 to 90 days cold moist stratification

Indoor Planting: If your seeds require stratification or scarification – do the recommended pretreatment before planting indoors. Planting Instructions: Fill a container with seed starting mix to about ½ inch from the top. Place your seeds 1 inch to 1 ½ inches below the soil surface. Gently water your seeds to keep moist, not soaking wet. Heat & humidity is critical for germination. Germination may occur in 1 week or as long as 3 months (depending on the species). Place the seed container on a heat mat under growing light(s). Keep your growing lights on 14 hours per day. Keep your heat mat on 24 hours per day. Once your seeds germinate, move each seed into its own container under the growing lights and on the heat mat. Keep your seedlings indoors for 2-3 months before transplanting outdoors in the spring (May to June).

Outdoor Planting: If your seeds do not require stratification: the best time to plant tree and shrub seeds outdoors is after the last frost in your area (spring). In the Northern states – the best time to plant seeds outdoors is from May to June. If your seeds require pretreatment: you should plant your seeds outdoors before the ground freezes in your area (late September to early November). Your seeds will naturally stratify during the cold winter. Germination usually occurs in May or during the spring season.

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