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20 BANANA PASSIONFRUIT SEEDS (Passiflora Mollissima) Fast Flower Vine Plant RARE

Banana Passionfruit PASSIFLORA MOLLISSIMA 20 SEEDSBanana passionfruit are oblong, measuring up to 5 inches in length. They grow on vines reaching over 20 foot long with shiny green leaves. Banana passionfruit is fragrant, with the aroma of oranges. The skin of the fruit is thick and leathery, turning from green to bright yellow or orange-yellow as the fruit ripens. Banana passionfruit has an aromatic orange pulp studded with black seeds. The pulp is juicy and sweet, with a tart bite and hints of banana. The plant is a vigorous grower, maturing rapidly from seed in just one year. The plant is known to live for 15 to 20 years. Banana passionfruit is a crop plant in South America and is valued because at full maturity, a single vine can produce 200 to 300 fruits. Banana passionfruit are a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants. The fruits contain calcium, phosphorus, iron, carbohydrates, and a small amount of protein. Banana passionfruit is best eaten out of hand. Slice the fruit lengthwise, and scoop the juicy pulp out of the skin with a spoon. The seeds of the fruit are edible. Banana passionfruit may be used in desserts such as cakes and pies, or in relishes, jams and other preserves. It pairs well with other tropical fruit like pineapples, kiwis, strawberries, mango, papaya, orange and guava in fruit salads. Banana passionfruit pairs well with fatty, creamy foods like cheesecake, cream sauces, duck breast, parfaits, and yogurt. In South America, Banana passionfruit is strained to remove the seeds for a smoother consistency, then used to flavor ice creams, juices and cocktails. In Colombia, it is drunk in milk smoothies, blended with honey or sugar. Store ripe Banana passionfruit in an open paper bag in the refrigerator, where they will last for around a week.Banana Passionfruit Thrive in Frost-Free Climates. Zones 8b-11 are Ideal for Growing Banana Passionfruit. They Will Survive Occasional Dips Below 25 Degrees F. & Will Regrow from the Roots the Following Spring.Passion Fruit Germination:1) Rub the outer shell with rough grit sandpaper and soak seeds in water for 48 hours, changing water daily.2) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil 75-80 degrees F.3) Plant seeds 1/2 inches deep in moist sterile soil. Never wet.4) Periodically check them so they don’t dry out. If mold or fungus is spotted, clean effected seeds with a copper based fungicide and rinse them off really well. Then place back in a new sterile potting mix. 5) Patience is required as with any Tropical seeds, germination times can vary from 6 weeks all the way up to 6 months. Some have been known to take up to a year, so don’t toss out what doesn’t germinate as quickly as others. They’re still good, and just need more time & are Well Worth the Wait!

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Banana Passionfruit PASSIFLORA MOLLISSIMA 20 SEEDSBanana passionfruit are oblong, measuring up to 5 inches in length. They grow on vines reaching over 20 foot long with shiny green leaves. Banana passionfruit is fragrant, with the aroma of oranges. The skin of the fruit is thick and leathery, turning from green to bright yellow or orange-yellow as the fruit ripens. Banana passionfruit has an aromatic orange pulp studded with black seeds. The pulp is juicy and sweet, with a tart bite and hints of banana. The plant is a vigorous grower, maturing rapidly from seed in just one year. The plant is known to live for 15 to 20 years. Banana passionfruit is a crop plant in South America and is valued because at full maturity, a single vine can produce 200 to 300 fruits. Banana passionfruit are a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants. The fruits contain calcium, phosphorus, iron, carbohydrates, and a small amount of protein. Banana passionfruit is best eaten out of hand. Slice the fruit lengthwise, and scoop the juicy pulp out of the skin with a spoon. The seeds of the fruit are edible. Banana passionfruit may be used in desserts such as cakes and pies, or in relishes, jams and other preserves. It pairs well with other tropical fruit like pineapples, kiwis, strawberries, mango, papaya, orange and guava in fruit salads. Banana passionfruit pairs well with fatty, creamy foods like cheesecake, cream sauces, duck breast, parfaits, and yogurt. In South America, Banana passionfruit is strained to remove the seeds for a smoother consistency, then used to flavor ice creams, juices and cocktails. In Colombia, it is drunk in milk smoothies, blended with honey or sugar. Store ripe Banana passionfruit in an open paper bag in the refrigerator, where they will last for around a week.Banana Passionfruit Thrive in Frost-Free Climates. Zones 8b-11 are Ideal for Growing Banana Passionfruit. They Will Survive Occasional Dips Below 25 Degrees F. & Will Regrow from the Roots the Following Spring.Passion Fruit Germination:1) Rub the outer shell with rough grit sandpaper and soak seeds in water for 48 hours, changing water daily.2) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil 75-80 degrees F.3) Plant seeds 1/2 inches deep in moist sterile soil. Never wet.4) Periodically check them so they don’t dry out. If mold or fungus is spotted, clean effected seeds with a copper based fungicide and rinse them off really well. Then place back in a new sterile potting mix. 5) Patience is required as with any Tropical seeds, germination times can vary from 6 weeks all the way up to 6 months. Some have been known to take up to a year, so don’t toss out what doesn’t germinate as quickly as others. They’re still good, and just need more time & are Well Worth the Wait!

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10 BANANA PASSIONFRUIT SEEDS (Passiflora Mollissima) Fast Flower Vine Plant RARE

Banana Passionfruit PASSIFLORA MOLLISSIMA 10 SEEDSBanana passionfruit are oblong, measuring up to 5 inches in length. They grow on vines reaching over 20 foot long with shiny green leaves. Banana passionfruit is fragrant, with the aroma of oranges. The skin of the fruit is thick and leathery, turning from green to bright yellow or orange-yellow as the fruit ripens. Banana passionfruit has an aromatic orange pulp studded with black seeds. The pulp is juicy and sweet, with a tart bite and hints of banana. The plant is a vigorous grower, maturing rapidly from seed in just one year. The plant is known to live for 15 to 20 years. Banana passionfruit is a crop plant in South America and is valued because at full maturity, a single vine can produce 200 to 300 fruits. Banana passionfruit are a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants. The fruits contain calcium, phosphorus, iron, carbohydrates, and a small amount of protein. Banana passionfruit is best eaten out of hand. Slice the fruit lengthwise, and scoop the juicy pulp out of the skin with a spoon. The seeds of the fruit are edible. Banana passionfruit may be used in desserts such as cakes and pies, or in relishes, jams and other preserves. It pairs well with other tropical fruit like pineapples, kiwis, strawberries, mango, papaya, orange and guava in fruit salads. Banana passionfruit pairs well with fatty, creamy foods like cheesecake, cream sauces, duck breast, parfaits, and yogurt. In South America, Banana passionfruit is strained to remove the seeds for a smoother consistency, then used to flavor ice creams, juices and cocktails. In Colombia, it is drunk in milk smoothies, blended with honey or sugar. Store ripe Banana passionfruit in an open paper bag in the refrigerator, where they will last for around a week.Banana Passionfruit Thrive in Frost-Free Climates. Zones 8b-11 are Ideal for Growing Banana Passionfruit. They Will Survive Occasional Dips Below 25 Degrees F. & Will Regrow from the Roots the Following Spring.Passion Fruit Germination:1) Rub the outer shell with rough grit sandpaper and soak seeds in water for 48 hours, changing water daily.2) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil 75-80 degrees F.3) Plant seeds 1/2 inches deep in moist sterile soil. Never wet.4) Periodically check them so they don’t dry out. If mold or fungus is spotted, clean effected seeds with a copper based fungicide and rinse them off really well. Then place back in a new sterile potting mix. 5) Patience is required as with any Tropical seeds, germination times can vary from 6 weeks all the way up to 6 months. Some have been known to take up to a year, so don’t toss out what doesn’t germinate as quickly as others. They’re still good, and just need more time & are Well Worth the Wait!

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10 CANARY ISLAND DATE PALM Tree Seeds (Phoenix Canariensis) Hardy Fruit Plant

10 CANARY ISLAND DATE PALM TREE SEEDS (Phoenix canariensis) The Canary Island date palm (Phoenix canariensis) is a beautiful tree, native to the warm Canary Islands. You can consider planting a Canary Island date palm outdoors in zones 9-11. In cooler climates they make Great Indoor Plants as they can get huge in small containers like the one in picture #5 making them able to grow great anywhere. If you are dreaming of Canary palm trees growing in your backyard, you’ll need lots of room. Information on Canary date palms lists these trees as growing up to 65 feet tall with a potential spread of 40 feet. However, planting a Canary Island date palm is not entirely out of the question indoors, or if you have a small backyard. Canary palm trees growing speed is slow, and your specimen will only get to 10 feet tall during its first 15 years in the backyard. Canary date palms notes the long leaves of the species from 8 to 20 feet long and the extremely sharp spines at the frond base. The trunk can grow to 4 feet in diameter. Small white or gray blossoms produce showy ornamental date-like fruits in the summer. Zones 8b-11Canary Palm Germination: 1) Fill a large pot with potting soil. Water this soil so that it is damp, but not wet.2) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil around 92 degrees F.3) Insert the seed into the soil so that it is just “lightly covering the seed” as the “need light to germinate”. If the pot is large enough, you can plant several seeds.4) Place the pot in the large plastic bag and seal it. Air out daily for 30 mins. & periodically inspect the seeds for any signs of mold or fungus. If found, simply wash the seed in a copper based fungicide, and rinse it off well before placing it back into “new & sterile” soil.5) Patience is needed as with any Palm or Tropical seeds. Expect germination to happen anywhere from 2-5 months. If a few sprout earlier than others, don’t throw the rest out as they are still good. They just need a bit more time and are Definitely Worth the Wait!

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10 CANARY ISLAND DATE PALM Tree Seeds (Phoenix Canariensis) Hardy Fruit Plant

10 CANARY ISLAND DATE PALM TREE SEEDS (Phoenix canariensis) The Canary Island date palm (Phoenix canariensis) is a beautiful tree, native to the warm Canary Islands. You can consider planting a Canary Island date palm outdoors in zones 9-11. In cooler climates they make Great Indoor Plants as they can get huge in small containers like the one in picture #5 making them able to grow great anywhere. If you are dreaming of Canary palm trees growing in your backyard, you’ll need lots of room. Information on Canary date palms lists these trees as growing up to 65 feet tall with a potential spread of 40 feet. However, planting a Canary Island date palm is not entirely out of the question indoors, or if you have a small backyard. Canary palm trees growing speed is slow, and your specimen will only get to 10 feet tall during its first 15 years in the backyard. Canary date palms notes the long leaves of the species from 8 to 20 feet long and the extremely sharp spines at the frond base. The trunk can grow to 4 feet in diameter. Small white or gray blossoms produce showy ornamental date-like fruits in the summer. Zones 8b-11Canary Palm Germination: 1) Fill a large pot with potting soil. Water this soil so that it is damp, but not wet.2) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil around 92 degrees F.3) Insert the seed into the soil so that it is just “lightly covering the seed” as the “need light to germinate”. If the pot is large enough, you can plant several seeds.4) Place the pot in the large plastic bag and seal it. Air out daily for 30 mins. & periodically inspect the seeds for any signs of mold or fungus. If found, simply wash the seed in a copper based fungicide, and rinse it off well before placing it back into “new & sterile” soil.5) Patience is needed as with any Palm or Tropical seeds. Expect germination to happen anywhere from 2-5 months. If a few sprout earlier than others, don’t throw the rest out as they are still good. They just need a bit more time and are Definitely Worth the Wait!

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Mayten “Weeping Green Shower” Tree Seeds (Maytenus boaria) Rare Willow Like

Mayten “Weeping Green Shower” Tree Seeds (Maytenus boaria) The Mayten Tree is the Perfect Solution to the Search to Find a Small to Medium-Sized Tree that does Well in Zones 8b-11, and that Also Carries the Gorgeous Grace & Beauty of a Weeping Willow. Mayten Tree is Stunningly Beautiful in the Landscape with it’s Pendulous Weeping Branches Covered with Glistening Lacy Green Leaves that Sway Gracefully in the Breezes. It has the Added Benefit of Being Evergreen, Low-Maintenance and Essentially Disease and Pest Free, and of Requiring Much Less Water than a Willow! Mayten Tree was Introduced to California in San Francisco in 1878 and was Available in Santa Barbara before 1900. It’s Growth Rate and Ultimate Size can Vary Greatly Depending on Water Availability. Locally, at Maturity it Usually Develops a Rounded Crown with a Height and Spread of 20 to 30 Feet, and can Also Make a Spectacular Bonsai Specimen. Growing Conditions:Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun with midday shade. Shelter from cold, drying winds. Tends to produce suckers, some far-reaching. Avoid disturbing roots. Zones 8b-11Mayten Germination:1) Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours.2) For best results, cold stratify for 60 days by placing seeds in a zip lock bag filled with moist vermiculite, and place inside of the fridge for 60 days. Periodically check to ensure they stay slightly moist, but never overly wet.3) Plant only 1/16″ of an inch deep in well mixed and draining potting soil.4) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil appx. 80 degrees F.5) Expect germination in 2-3 weeks.”Please Contact us First if you Need Anything”

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Mayten “Weeping Green Shower” Tree Seeds (Maytenus boaria) Rare Willow Like

Mayten “Weeping Green Shower” Tree Seeds (Maytenus boaria) The Mayten Tree is the Perfect Solution to the Search to Find a Small to Medium-Sized Tree that does Well in Zones 8b-11, and that Also Carries the Gorgeous Grace & Beauty of a Weeping Willow. Mayten Tree is Stunningly Beautiful in the Landscape with it’s Pendulous Weeping Branches Covered with Glistening Lacy Green Leaves that Sway Gracefully in the Breezes. It has the Added Benefit of Being Evergreen, Low-Maintenance and Essentially Disease and Pest Free, and of Requiring Much Less Water than a Willow! Mayten Tree was Introduced to California in San Francisco in 1878 and was Available in Santa Barbara before 1900. It’s Growth Rate and Ultimate Size can Vary Greatly Depending on Water Availability. Locally, at Maturity it Usually Develops a Rounded Crown with a Height and Spread of 20 to 30 Feet, and can Also Make a Spectacular Bonsai Specimen. Growing Conditions:Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun with midday shade. Shelter from cold, drying winds. Tends to produce suckers, some far-reaching. Avoid disturbing roots. Zones 8b-11Mayten Germination:1) Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours.2) For best results, cold stratify for 60 days by placing seeds in a zip lock bag filled with moist vermiculite, and place inside of the fridge for 60 days. Periodically check to ensure they stay slightly moist, but never overly wet.3) Plant only 1/16″ of an inch deep in well mixed and draining potting soil.4) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil appx. 80 degrees F.5) Expect germination in 2-3 weeks.”Please Contact us First if you Need Anything”Germinación de Mayten:1) Remoje las semillas en agua tibia durante 24 horas.2) Para obtener mejores resultados, estratifique en frío durante 60 días colocando las semillas en una bolsa con cierre hermético llena de vermiculita húmeda y colóquela dentro del refrigerador durante 60 días. Controle periódicamente para asegurarse de que permanezcan ligeramente húmedas, pero nunca demasiado mojadas.3) Plante a solo 1/16″ de profundidad en tierra para macetas bien mezclada y con buen drenaje.4) Use un propagador calentado para mantener la tierra a aproximadamente 80 grados F.5) Espere la germinación en 2 a 3 semanas.”Comuníquese con nosotros primero si necesita algo”

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Mayten “Weeping Green Shower” Tree Seeds (Maytenus boaria) Rare Willow Like

Mayten “Weeping Green Shower” Tree Seeds (Maytenus boaria) The Mayten Tree is the Perfect Solution to the Search to Find a Small to Medium-Sized Tree that does Well in Zones 8b-11, and that Also Carries the Gorgeous Grace & Beauty of a Weeping Willow. Mayten Tree is Stunningly Beautiful in the Landscape with it’s Pendulous Weeping Branches Covered with Glistening Lacy Green Leaves that Sway Gracefully in the Breezes. It has the Added Benefit of Being Evergreen, Low-Maintenance and Essentially Disease and Pest Free, and of Requiring Much Less Water than a Willow! Mayten Tree was Introduced to California in San Francisco in 1878 and was Available in Santa Barbara before 1900. It’s Growth Rate and Ultimate Size can Vary Greatly Depending on Water Availability. Locally, at Maturity it Usually Develops a Rounded Crown with a Height and Spread of 20 to 30 Feet, and can Also Make a Spectacular Bonsai Specimen. Growing Conditions:Grow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun with midday shade. Shelter from cold, drying winds. Tends to produce suckers, some far-reaching. Avoid disturbing roots. Zones 8b-11Mayten Germination:1) Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours.2) For best results, cold stratify for 60 days by placing seeds in a zip lock bag filled with moist vermiculite, and place inside of the fridge for 60 days. Periodically check to ensure they stay slightly moist, but never overly wet.3) Plant only 1/16″ of an inch deep in well mixed and draining potting soil.4) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil appx. 80 degrees F.5) Expect germination in 2-3 weeks.”Please Contact us First if you Need Anything”

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10 BANANA PASSIONFRUIT SEEDS (Passiflora Mollissima) Fast Flower Vine Plant RARE

Banana Passionfruit PASSIFLORA MOLLISSIMA 10 SEEDSBanana passionfruit are oblong, measuring up to 5 inches in length. They grow on vines reaching over 20 foot long with shiny green leaves. Banana passionfruit is fragrant, with the aroma of oranges. The skin of the fruit is thick and leathery, turning from green to bright yellow or orange-yellow as the fruit ripens. Banana passionfruit has an aromatic orange pulp studded with black seeds. The pulp is juicy and sweet, with a tart bite and hints of banana. The plant is a vigorous grower, maturing rapidly from seed in just one year. The plant is known to live for 15 to 20 years. Banana passionfruit is a crop plant in South America and is valued because at full maturity, a single vine can produce 200 to 300 fruits. Banana passionfruit are a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and antioxidants. The fruits contain calcium, phosphorus, iron, carbohydrates, and a small amount of protein. Banana passionfruit is best eaten out of hand. Slice the fruit lengthwise, and scoop the juicy pulp out of the skin with a spoon. The seeds of the fruit are edible. Banana passionfruit may be used in desserts such as cakes and pies, or in relishes, jams and other preserves. It pairs well with other tropical fruit like pineapples, kiwis, strawberries, mango, papaya, orange and guava in fruit salads. Banana passionfruit pairs well with fatty, creamy foods like cheesecake, cream sauces, duck breast, parfaits, and yogurt. In South America, Banana passionfruit is strained to remove the seeds for a smoother consistency, then used to flavor ice creams, juices and cocktails. In Colombia, it is drunk in milk smoothies, blended with honey or sugar. Store ripe Banana passionfruit in an open paper bag in the refrigerator, where they will last for around a week.Banana Passionfruit Thrive in Frost-Free Climates. Zones 8b-11 are Ideal for Growing Banana Passionfruit. They Will Survive Occasional Dips Below 25 Degrees F. & Will Regrow from the Roots the Following Spring.Passion Fruit Germination:1) Rub the outer shell with rough grit sandpaper and soak seeds in water for 48 hours, changing water daily.2) Use a heated propagator to keep the soil 75-80 degrees F.3) Plant seeds 1/2 inches deep in moist sterile soil. Never wet.4) Periodically check them so they don’t dry out. If mold or fungus is spotted, clean effected seeds with a copper based fungicide and rinse them off really well. Then place back in a new sterile potting mix. 5) Patience is required as with any Tropical seeds, germination times can vary from 6 weeks all the way up to 6 months. Some have been known to take up to a year, so don’t toss out what doesn’t germinate as quickly as others. They’re still good, and just need more time & are Well Worth the Wait!

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