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NEW "FREEBIE" FORUM NOTICE
by PALM MOD- 13 replies
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This is a new forum for all members (any registered user) to use if they have palm/plant related items that they wish to give away. This is mainly envisioned for the free distribution of seed, but can also include palms, such as excess seedlings, all the way up to in-ground giants. It could also include materials such as pots, soil, or shade structures needing removal. Under no circumstances will any schemes to make money be tolerated. In addition, be certain that live plant material that you may be shipping or receiving complies with any regulations pertaining to inter-state or inter-continental agricultural trade.
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Canna jaegeriana
by Darold Petty- 1 follower
- 36 replies
- 6.2k views
The good news; I collected a high elevation form of this Canna in Ecuador in 1996. It grows very well here in San Francisco, a cool, humid USDA zone 10A. The stems are about 9 feet high, the foliage is reminiscent of Heliconia, hummingbirds are crazy for the flowers, it grows all 12 months of the year, every stem makes good seeds. The seeds are viable for a long time. I have a large crop of seeds. The bad news; The foliage is damaged by wind, similar to banana. The seeds are difficult to germinate, with a low percentage of success. I tried scarification but that just seemed to increase rotting. If you have a good technique share it with me! More good news; …
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Free Parajubaea coccoides
by NorCalWill- 2 replies
- 180 views
A bunch of seedlings were emerging at the Oakland Palmetum a couple of years ago that needed to be relocated. It is well rooted in a 5 gallon container and looking for a forever home. Free to good home in Northern or Southern California.
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Thrinax Radiata Seeds
by Johnny Palmseed- 0 replies
- 83 views
I cut most of these off but I just noticed 1 stalk that I missed. It now has ripe seeds on it. Any interest? Send me a PM. John
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seedlings of Brahea moorei
by Darold Petty- 2 replies
- 180 views
These two single leaf seedlings were a gift to me recently. However, I have failed four times with this species, most recently with a solid one-gallon plant that I ground planted three months ago. This is frustrating for me, as it is most beautiful when well grown. No shipping, you must visit my garden to collect them.
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Archontophoenix Cuninghamiana seeds/fruit. SsoCal 2nd gen.
by Harry’s Palms- 4 replies
- 270 views
One of my twin Picabean palms has fruit with what looks to be viable seeds. Free, just pay shipping(about$6). Harry
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Free Chamadorea radicalis seeds
by DoomsDave- 4 followers
- 33 replies
- 2.8k views
It's long past time. Shoot me a PM with your mailing address, and I'll mail you some Chamadorea radicalis seeds. No charge. Don't be afraid to ask again, if you have to, or show love if you got some and they grew! Spring really really is here, or soon will be!
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Cold Hardy Palm Seeds Request
by BrandonPhoenix- 7 replies
- 500 views
Does anyone have any Sabal Palmetto, Sabal Minor(Louisiana, Birmingham, McCurtain are fine too), Windmill, or European Fan Palm seeds they'd be willing to part with as a freebie or maybe a even a trade for something (non-palm) that I have. Ideally I'd be looking for seeds sourced from USDA zones 7-8b but a cooler 9a would be fine, too. Thanks!
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Copernicia Hospita Seeds
by Johnny Palmseed- 1 follower
- 5 replies
- 285 views
I didn’t want a huge batch of seeds this year so I trimmed off all but 2 inflorescences. I probably cut off about 35-40 and I still ended up with about 100 seeds. And those are just the ones I picked up. Prolific spawner this one. I have been told that they germinate easily. Send PM if you want any. John
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I have a large clump of Chamaedorea microspadix that you can come dig. All I ask is to bring a few bags of garden soil to fill the hole. This clump is 7 ft tall & producing seed.
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Madagascar Zoo Enclosure Needs
by Kris-zoo gardener- 0 replies
- 136 views
Greetings- I am with a garden group that volunteers with our local zoo on the Central Coast in CA. We are assisting them with their Madagascar enclosures and are looking for Madagascar area palms compatible with zones 9A or 9B. As a non-profit they have no extra funding, so we are looking for donations of either seed or plant to create visual appealing areas as well as educate the public. on that area of the world. Any help or guidance would be amazing. Thank you.
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Free Bismarckia Nobilis sprouts
by Sabal Steve- 3 replies
- 250 views
Central Sam Diego. Local pickup only. - Steve
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Sabal Minor seedlings
by Sabal Steve- 0 replies
- 152 views
Hello, Local pickup, only. Central San Diego. - Steve
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Chamaedorea plumosa seeds
by Josue Diaz- 1 follower
- 2 replies
- 210 views
I have a small pack of 11 fresh Chamaedorea plumosa seeds (this specific one out of the bunch looks a bit odd, with tomentose petioles) . I'll mail them anywhere in the US. First to claim will get them. Germination/viability is untested on these.
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Yucca filifera 3 available local pickup
by Patrick- 1 reply
- 200 views
I have 3 poor, poor Yucca Filiferas that I will never find a place for. If you want one, or all, they're yours. They've been in these pots for several years they must be part cockroach because I think they are so resilient that they could survive a nuclear war. I'm going to take a line from @Darold Petty and request a few high quality IPA's to be enjoyed onsite whether you split them with me or I drink them all, it's all good either way. And no beers are actually needed for this transaction to take place. These poor old puppydogs need a forever home. Hopefully someone would be willing to take these off my hands. Local pickup.
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Butia odorata fruit/ seeds
by aztropic- 0 replies
- 206 views
Delicious fruit is ripe now. Come on by,and give some a try... Local pickup. aztropic Mesa, Arizona
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A. cunninghamiana 'Inga Hoffman' seeds
by Patrick- 3 replies
- 300 views
I have about 180 of these that I'll send out in small packets. These were mostly ripe but the squirrel just discovered the fruit this afternoon after I pulled a batch of seeds this morning. So, off they all came. PM me and I'll see what I can do. If you wanted to repay me postage, that's cool, but if not then no worries. What makes these special is that they ought to be somewhat cold hardy. The parent tree made it through the '89 freeze out here in California and Castro Valley (where said parent is located) saw probably low 20's. Not sure of the number but the data is out there if you are inclined to look it up. There are 4 people I've already sp…
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FREE Trithrinax acanthacoma/brasiliensis seeds 1 2 3
by DoomsDave- 2 followers
- 110 replies
- 10.8k views
The palm below has been in my garden since about 2004, when I got it as a 15 gallon. It's now about 10 feet tall. This is a great species for those PalmTalkers who must contend with heat and cold. It's native to Argentina, where it experiences both. If you're in the Mediterranean region in Europe, England, maybe even Holland, these are worth a try in the ground. Likewise in the Southeastern US where a lot of cool palms are marginal; South Carolina, and southern Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Northern Florida. Try them in West Texas, Arizona. They will take cool, too, in British Columbia, northern California, coastal Oregon and Washington. And, anyw…
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Yucca filifera
by Patrick- 0 replies
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I have 3 1 gallon fliferas that I've neglected for years. I can't kill them. They could use a new home(s). Not sure how to ship. These are in vermiculite. Yeah, sorry. Please, they need a new home.
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- 1 follower
- 2 replies
- 439 views
Arenga engleri tall sprouts. Pick up only please in Lakewood,Ca
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Sago seeds
by Halsten- 1 follower
- 0 replies
- 201 views
Giving away 3 free sago palm seeds, fresh from the tree grown in turkey. send me a pm!
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Chamaerops humilis
by Darold Petty- 3 replies
- 352 views
I rescued this palm yesterday, July 10th, from a defunct palm garden in Palo Alto, CA. I don't wish to keep this palm for myself and, in fact, I don't have room for it in my congested, tiny garden, even to hold for an eventual transfer. Please come take this palm away ASAP. I can even offer a suitable large pot if you wish to hold it for some time before ground planting. It is quite a nice young pam, the trunk is about 6 inches diameter by 12 inches tall. Un-potted, as it is now, it will easily fit in any vehicle. and you can pot it up at your place. So...please come get this palm right now, "get this palm, "way down there, off Navy property" Bonus poi…
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Dietes butcheriana
by Darold Petty- 2 replies
- 248 views
Free, fresh seeds to the first two persons responding by PM. (Harvest date was June 23rd, 2024.)
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- 1 follower
- 0 replies
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Hello, im looking for any free palm seeds / seedlings / smaller palms, anything possible. Looking to start my own palm garden here in Europe!
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Beccariophoenix alfredii You dig
by Billy- 7 replies
- 1.2k views
I have this B. Alfredii planted out as a 20g that is growing nicely but I’m looking to get rid of. Like the title says, come dig it up and take it home.