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seeds of Rhopalostylis baueri v. Cheesemanii
by Darold Petty- 4 replies
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I have approximately 50 seeds from last autumn's harvest. The harvest date was November 17th, 2024. Free to the first respondent within the 48 contiguous American states. If you don't require so many, then play it forward and distribute some to other persons. My parent tree comes from wild collected seed by Keith Boyer in the 1980's. I obtained it as a 4 inch seedling from Keith's friend and my mentor, the late Garrin Fullington. I ground planted the parent tree April 13th, 1986. Because of my always too cool microclimate the parent tree makes seed only every 2 or 3 years. I gave seed to Jungle Music several years ago, so if you purchased this species from Phil it …
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Chamaedorea microspadix, large pot of three plants
by Darold Petty- 1 reply
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I had 5 plants in the ground along the perimeter of my garden. After a gopher attack I had 3 plants with just a few roots, too few roots to support the plants and keep the stems upright. Rather than discard these 3 palms I packed them tightly into a large container. That was about 14 months ago. All 3 survived and have begun new growth, including new shoots from the soil line. I am fairly certain that both genders are present in these 3 palms. The overall height is about 7 feet tall. (I'm not kidding, can you get this in your vehicle ?) Please note that there are at least 2 forms within this species. This form has narrow leaflets with a green backsid…
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Sabal Mexicana seeds
by Dimovi- 1 follower
- 0 replies
- 395 views
I have a bunch of Sabal mexicana seeds free for anyone near Austin. I could ship anywhere else if willing to cover shipping.
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Theobroma Cacao Seeds
by Johnny Palmseed- 6 replies
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I have some extra seeds from a cocoa pod. These are very tropical plants and the seeds or beans are the foundation of chocolate. They seem to be easy to germinate as I was soaking them and some started to pop in the water. PM me if you are interested. John
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Free Parajubaea coccoides
by NorCalWill- 4 replies
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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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Principes & Palms 1988-2014
by NatureGirl- 3 replies
- 573 views
Clearing out my bookcase. Issues 1988-2014. Free, Pick Up in Satellite Beach
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Canna jaegeriana
by Darold Petty- 36 replies
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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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seedlings of Brahea moorei
by Darold Petty- 2 replies
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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
- 577 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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Cold Hardy Palm Seeds Request
by BrandonPhoenix- 7 replies
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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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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
- 346 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
- 464 views
Central Sam Diego. Local pickup only. - Steve
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Sabal Minor seedlings
by Sabal Steve- 0 replies
- 366 views
Hello, Local pickup, only. Central San Diego. - Steve
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Chamaedorea plumosa seeds
by Josue Diaz- 1 follower
- 2 replies
- 453 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
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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
- 363 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
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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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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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Arenga engleri tall sprouts. Pick up only please in Lakewood,Ca
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Sago seeds
by Halsten- 1 follower
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- 336 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
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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
- 398 views
Free, fresh seeds to the first two persons responding by PM. (Harvest date was June 23rd, 2024.)
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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
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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.
