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

Beaucarnea recurvata Ponytail Palm Qty $ 3.95 /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+

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 $ 3.79 /packet 10 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+.

Beta vulgaris
Sugar Beet

Qty $ 3.29 /packet

25 seeds

Grow Your Own Sugar

Sugar beets are grown commercially for sugar production and account for about half of the sugar production in the U.S. The beets can weigh up to 2 to 4 pounds. The plants typically grow to just over a foot in height. Sugar beets are easy to grow as well as fun and educational for kids and adults alike.

90-100 days

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 $ 4.29 /packet 30 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

Brussels Sprouts
Purple Brussels Sprouts

Qty $ 4.44 /packet

40 seeds

BRUSSELS SPROUTS - FALSTAFF

You won't find this in your local supermarket! Gorgeous purple-red brussels sprouts retain their color when cooked. Smooth, nutty, sweet flavor is simply delicious, Long maturing, harvest after frost for the best flavor.

95-100 days

Cabbage O-S Cross Giant Cabbage Qty $ 3.49 /packet 35 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 Tropic Giant Cabbage Qty $ 3.68 /packet 50 seeds		One of the Biggest and Tastiest! F1 hybrid with heads a foot across and weighing up to 15 pounds! Be sure to give these guys plenty of fertilizer and space to grow. This is a variety that can win you a blue ribbon! 80 days

Cabbage, Walking Stick Brassica oleracea palmifolia Qty $ 4.42 /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

Calocedrus decurrens
Incense Cedar

Qty $ 3.54 /packet

30 seeds

syn: Libocedrus decurrens

Large evergreen conifer tree native to forests of the western U.S. (esp. Oregon and California). Aromatic. Grows to well over 100 feet in height in its native habitat. Often grown as a handsome landscape tree, prized for its tall majestic and narrow shaped form. The lumber is used in building construction. And wooden pencils are primarily made from Incense Cedar. Germination approximately 50%.

Zone 5-8

No export to Australia

Camellia sinensis Tea Qty $ 4.89 /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 Australia

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 $ 3.92 /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 Deep Purple Carrot Qty $ 3.29 /packet 100 seeds		Exactly as the name implies, these tasty carrots are dark purple inside and out. Excellent for juicing or grating into salads to add a bit of color. Mild flavor. Fades when cooked. Large roots 12-14 inches in length and 1-3/4 inches at the shoulders.. 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 $ 3.51 /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) Deep Purple Carrot (100 seeds) $ 13.57 value Special $ 9.95 Qty $ 9.95 ea. 400 seeds

Carya illinoinensis Pecan Qty $ 3.95 /packet 5 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+

Cassia alata Candelabra Plant Qty $ 3.18 /packet 10 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

Catananche caerulea Cupid's Dart Amor Blue Qty $ 3.79 /packet 50 seeds		Used by the ancient Greeks as a love potion, this attractive blue perennial is commonly known as Cupid's Dart. Blooming in late spring through summer, Catananche makes a great border plant, especially in a mass display. The Mediterranean native is also a favorite cut flower for both fresh and dried arrangements. Blue to lavender-blue 2" flowers appear on stems two feet tall. Attracts butterflies! Zone 4-9

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 $ 3.49 /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.

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+

Clarkia amoena Dwarf Godetia "Farewell to Spring" Qty $ 3.29 /packet 100 seeds		Sometimes called "Farewell-to-Spring," this dwarf variety of the native American wildflower grows just 10-inches tall. The compact, drought tolerant plant bursts with pink and white blooms from late spring. Also known as Godetia, its scientific name is Clarkia amoena, named for Captain Clark of Lewis and Clark fame. Easy germination and easy to grow, attracts butterflies, is deer-resistant and non-toxic. What's not to love? Annual (all zones)

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 15 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 $ 4.39 /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 $ 4.39 /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

Colocasia fallax
Dwarf Elephant Ear

Qty $ 3.95 /packet

15 seeds

Also called the Dwarf or Silver Leaf Taro, this is quite a special plant. Grows to just over a foot in height, forming clumps 2' across in 3 yrs. Loves moist or wet soil -- perfect waterside. One of the hardiest Elephant Ears can survive significant frosts and come back in the Spring. Seeds are tiny!

Zone 7+

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 $ 3.29 /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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