Sesbania grandiflora Seeds (White Hummingbird Tree)

White Hummingbird Tree, also known as Sesbania grandiflora, is a deciduous, fast-growing plant species. It features beautiful white flowers resembling hummingbirds, hence its common name. The tree can reach a height of 30-50 feet and has a sprawling growth habit, making it an excellent choice for providing shade. White Hummingbird Tree can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. It produces long, slender pods filled with Sesbania grandiflora seeds, which can be collected for propagation. This versatile plant species is often used for reforestation, as a source of timber, or as an ornamental tree in gardens and landscapes.

Growing Sesbania grandiflora from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Medium Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Humid Subtropical, Semiarid, Tropical Wet & Dry
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: White

Germinating White Hummingbird Tree Flower Seeds

To germinate Sesbania grandiflora, soak the seeds in water for 24 hours to soften the hard coat. Sow the seeds in a pot with well-draining soil, cover lightly with soil, and keep in a warm, sunny spot. Keep the soil moist and germination should occur in 7-14 days.

We source all of our Sesbania grandiflora seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh White Hummingbird Tree seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing White Hummingbird Tree seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Sesbania grandiflora seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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