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

Eccremocarpus scaber Chilean Glory Vine Qty $ 3.18 /packet 60 seeds		Pollinated by Hummingbirds An outstanding selection in every way, this gorgeous climber will produce clusters of colorful 1" tube-shaped blooms from early spring to autumn. Flowers the first year so can be grown as an annual in cooler zones or a tender perennial in zones 8-10. Mixed colors in lush shades of orange-yellow-red ('Tresco Mix' ). Needs something to climb on and does well scrambling among other plants. Will quickly grow to 16 feet or more. Zone 8+ or Annual (all zones)

Echinops ritro
Globe Thistle

Qty $ 3.45 /packet

35 seeds

Bold and Beautiful!!

Distinctive flowers and foliage, providing amazing contrast in any garden. Grows 4 feet tall and thrives in any soil. Drought tolerant and low maintenance plants. Flowers also work well in dried arrangements.

Zone 3+

Eleagnus angustifolia Russian Olive Qty $ 3.29 /packet 35 seeds		Small, ornamental tree with silvery foliage grows 15 - 25 feet in height. Fragrant, yellow flowers and long-lasting fruit that attracts birds. Trunk often becomes twisted and gnarly with age, making the tree useful for bonsai. Tolerant of neglect, poor conditions and very cold winters. May be invasive in some regions. Zone 2 - 8 Cannot ship to Wyoming

Enkianthus campanulatus Redvein Enkianthus Qty $ 3.18 /packet 50 seeds		Native to Japan, Enkianthus is related to the Rhododendron, Azalea and Blueberry. It is not common. Beautiful clusters of red-veined, bell-shaped flowers appear in the spring. The foliage can display brilliant color in autumn. Semi-evergreen shrub or small tree, growing 5-8 feet in height in colder areas but reaching to 12 feet in warmer climates. Prefers acidic soils and will do well in full sun or partial shade. Enkianthus is easily propagated from seed. Zone 4+

Ensete glaucum Giant Snow Banana Qty $ 4.39 /packet 8 seeds		This exciting but little-known banana relative is also known as Musa nepalensis and Ensete giganteum, hinting at the plants giant size and is synonymous with the legendary “Snow Banana” Ensete wilsonii. It grows at altitudes up to 8,800 ft in China, Nepal, India, Burma, Thailand and possibly also in Tibet, Indonesia, Malaysia and Papua New Guinea. It has a thick, waxy and blue, solitary trunk, huge blueish leaves up to 10 ft long, and a huge nodding banana-producing inflorescence. It is extremely fast growing and so requires a good supply of fertilizer and water and is best planted in rich soil. Despite its common name, "Snow Banana," the plant is not well suited to cool climates. Zone 9+ No export to Australia

Ensete ventricosum Abyssinian Banana Qty $ 3.95 /packet 10 seeds		Lush and Dramatic Huge, ornamental banana from East Africa is very fast-growing, up to 12 feet in a year. Giant, red-ribbed leaves are frost tender but the plant is cold hardy in zone 8 with mulch. May be grown in containers and brought under cover in cold winter areas. Grows up to 20 feet in height with a 15-foot spread (about half this size if potted). It requires lots of water, rich soil and regular feeding. Full sun or part shade, should be protected from strong winds. A spectacular sight and very tropical-looking! Zone 8b+ No export to Australia

Eryngium alpinum Alpine Sea Holly Qty $ 4.49 /packet 35 seeds		A Real Eye-Catcher This unusual perennial is soft to the touch and bears stunning flowers that are fine-laced and plume-like. Can be grown virtually anywhere as an annual or as a hardy perennial in zones 4 - 8 in full sun or very light shade. Eryngium alpinum is the largest flowering sea holly and is sure to attract attention. Blooms appear in the summer, are excellent for cutting and also make wonderful dried winter decorations. Zone 4 - 8

Eryngium planum Sea Holly Qty $ 3.18 /packet 50 seeds		A profusion of steel blue flowers adorn this graceful sea holly from mid-summer to fall. Will tolerate poor soil and dry locations, yet will thrive under many conditions. Taproot does not like to be disturbed once established. Provides a distinctive architectural accent in the garden and is wonderful for dried arrangements. Grows 30 to 36 inches in height. Zone 4 - 8

Feijoa sellowiana Pineapple Guava Qty $ 3.84 /packet 10 seeds		Guava (Feijoa sellowiana) is a handsome South American evergreen shrub, 6-12 ft in height, with unique character that would warrant a place in many gardens even if it never flowered. But the blooms of this plant are such treasures that they steal the show from the plant's other attributes. Makes a great potted plant for the patio or greenhouse. Zones 9-10

Felicia bergeriana Kingfisher Daisy Qty $ 3.29 /packet 35 seeds		Felicia bergeriana is an easy-to-grow, electric blue daisy from South Africa. It is a tender evergreen perennial but usually grown as an annual. Compact plants only 6" in height produce masses of blooms from early summer to first frost. Great for planters or as a neat and colorful edging along garden paths. The flowers open up completely only in full sun. Zone 10+ or Annual (all zones)

Festuca glauca Blue Fescue Grass Qty $ 3.18 /packet 100 seeds		Blue Ornamental Grass Blue fescue is a beautiful accent plant that forms clumps of silver-blue, fine textured grass. Also good as a groundcover, this evergreen perennial grass prefers a well-drained soil and will die on clay. Needs protection from excessive overhead water in humid weather. Grows 10-12" in height with a spread of 10". Zone 5-9

Fibigia clypeata
Roman Shields

Qty $ 3.73 /packet

35 seeds

Add rich texture to your dried arrangements Fibigia is grown primarily for its frosted, pewter grey foliage, which is ideal for use in dried arrangements and a standout in your garden. Native to Italy and the Balkan penninsula. Unique, easy to grow perennial.

Zone 7-9

Ficus benghalensis
Banyan Tree

Qty $ 3.62 /packet

30 seeds

"There is in India a tree whose property it is to plant itself. It spreads out mighty arms to the earth, where in the space of a single year the arms take root and put forth anew."

-Pliny the Elder, A.D. 70

A banyan tree makes a fine specimen and shade tree if you have your own tropical botanical garden and a few acres to spare. Otherwise, grow this evergreen rubber plant look-alike in a container in the house.

Zone 10+

Gentiana septemfida lagodechiana Alpine Summer Gentian Qty $ 3.92 /packet 75 seeds		Gorgeous, striking blue flowers appear mid to late summer -- the bluest, deepest blue anywhere! One of the easist Gentianas to grow, this semi-prostrate perennial is less than a foot in height and makes an outstanding rockery or container plant -- and perfect for the alpine garden. Prefers part shade and rich, moist soil. Zone 6-9

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Ginkgo biloba Maidenhair Tree Qty $ 4.22 /packet 10 seeds		Great for Bonsai Ginkgo biloba is a deciduous tree that lives as long as 1,000 years and may grow to a height of 100 to 122 feet and a diameter of three to four feet. It is the world’s oldest living tree species as it can be traced back more than 200 million years. The ginkgo was almost destroyed during the Ice Age in all regions of the world except China, where it is has long been cultivated as a sacred tree. The medicinal use of ginkgo Biloba can be traced back to the oldest Chinese materia medica (2800 B.C.). Zone 4b+

Gleditsia triacanthos Honey Locust Qty $ 3.39 /packet 25 seeds		Honey Locust makes a superior lawn tree and can sometimes be seen planted along city streets. The compound leaves give the foliage a lacy effect, casting a light shadow. Sweet smelling flowers attract honey bees in spring. The reddish-brown seed pods can grow to be a foot long. They contain a sweet, sticky pulp and bean-like seeds, which are eaten by birds and other wildlife. Its thorns are rock hard (ouch!) and were once used as nails. Honey Locust is tolerant of a wide range of soils: sandy, loam or clay. It grows to a height of 30 to 70 feet. Zone 4-9

Gloriosa rothschildiana Glory Lily Qty $ 4.06 /packet 10 seeds		Flaming Vine Lily A most unusual and exotic flower, the gloriosa lily is crimson and yellow. In bud, the petals face downward, but they open up to a backward arch. The stamens are extremely prominent and spread outward, and the pistil points to the side. It is the bizarre shape of the flower and its vivid colors that really stand out. Gloriosa is a twining vine, with tendrils coming from the tips of the leaves. The vine grows fast in warm weather. Zone (8)9+

Gossypium hirsutum Cotton Plant Qty $ 3.39 /packet 10 seeds		Upland Cotton is cultivated extensively for commercial cotton production. While cotton is actually a tropical perennial, it is grown as an annual crop. Cotton is very easy to grow and a fun addition to the garden. For kids (and adults, too), it's both fascinating and educational to see first hand where cotton comes from. Full sun to part shade, grows to about 6 feet in height. Zone 10+ or Annual (all zones) Compliance with all state and local regulations is YOUR responsibility. Growing non-commercial or ornamental cotton may be regulated in your area, especially within cotton-producing regions, to prevent the spread of the boll weevil.

Physalis sp.
Groundcherry, Heirloom

Qty $ 3.49 /packet

35 seeds

An old cottage garden favorite

Use these tasty, sweet little fruits in pies or eat them like candy fresh from the garden. Will keep for up to a month after harvest. Seldom grown commercially, related to the tomatillo and Chinese Lantern. Many people have never heard of groundcherries but they've been cultivated for centuries. Plant as you would tomatoes.

70 days

No export to Australia

Gunnera manicata Giant Rhubarb Qty $ 3.62 /packet 15 seeds		Incredible Giant Leaves! Gunnera manicata is a rhubarb relative requiring lots of space, lots of moisture and lots of fertilizer. It's possible to stand upright under a single leaf and shelter from the rain! Gunneras are great for waterside planting and other moist places. The perennial will grow 6-10 feet in height and width. Part shade. Tiny flower spikes and small red berries but the foliage is the main event. Native to Brazil and Columbia. Zone 7-10

Gypsophila pacifica Pink Baby's Breath Qty $ 3.29 /packet 50 seeds		Lovely sprays of dainty pink blossoms. Blooms quickly from seed the first year. Outstanding cut flower for arrangements. 36" in height. Zone 3-8

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