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2016 Southeastern Native Plant Seed List In celebration of the North Carolina Botanical Garden’s 50th anniversary this year, I thought it would be fitting to reflect on the history and mission of the NCBG seed distribution pro-gram. Since the Garden’s inception in 1966, NCBG staff has been committed to the conservation and preservation of native plant species and communities of both the state and region. Former assistant garden director Ken Moore said that during the early days of the Garden’s history, the staff was alarmed at the number of wildflowers being dug from natural habitats for replanting or selling. Not only does this activity threaten the future of wild populations of native plants and the fauna that depend on those species, but often plants that are dug from the wild do not survive transplantation. So Ken, along with Ritchie Bell (the first director of NCBG), Harry Phillips, and Rob Gardner (both former NCBG curators) developed the concept of “conservation through propagation” as an alternative to the unethical collection of native plants. The conservation through propagation program encourages the use of sustainably pro-duced native plants by educating individuals and nurseries about native plant propagation. The ultimate goal is to promote our native species while ensuring that wild populations are not dam-aged or lost to digging or overcollection. The North Carolina Bo-tanical Garden’s seed distri-bution program was created as a way to further promote this concept by making seeds of southeastern natives available to nurseries, bo-tanical gardens, garden clubs, wildflower enthusiasts, and home gardeners. Currently, the NCBG seed distribution program consists of two main components, the Member’s Seed List and the Wildflower of the Year program. The very first Member’s Seed List was a short list of 12 species that was included in the winter 1978 newsletter. Initial offerings were mostly limited to perennials but in subsequent years the list was expanded to include trees, shrubs, carnivorous plants, grasses, and fern spores. Nowadays we typically offer 50 species, many of which are not otherwise available in the nursery trade, and distribute over 2,500 packets each year. The North Carolina Wildflower of the Year program, which is a joint effort between the NC Botanical Garden and the Garden Club of North Carolina, was started in 1982 as another way to promote the propagation and use of native plants in the home garden. Each year, a showy perennial native to North Carolina is chosen and seeds of that species are given away free of charge to interested gardeners. We distribute at least 3,500 brochures with Wildflower of the Year seed packets annually, so over the course of the 34-year old program, we have distributed nearly 120,000 seed packets amounting to well over two million seeds! Although much time and effort each year goes into collecting and packaging seed for the Member’s Seed List and the Wild-flower of the Year program, we also collect, clean, and store seeds for in-house propagation to fill our plant sale and our display gardens. Additionally, the seed distribution program is responsible for filling special seed requests from non-profits, conservation organiza-tions, local parks, and schools, and also supports native plant research by providing seed to professors and graduate students. For nearly 40 years, the NCBG seed distribution program has been promoting native plant conservation, one seed pack at a time. Members of the Garden are entitled to eight free seed packets as a benefit of membership. Thank you very much for supporting the Garden. A very special thank you also to our Seed Volunteers! History of our Seed Program —b5y Heather Summer, NCBG 0Seed Program Coordinator A sign hanging in the Totten Center 2 2016 Southeastern Native Plant Seed List Storing Seeds— Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator until you are ready to sow. Sowing— Many species on our list germinate in 15 to 45 days. Sow as early as March or April, or anytime during the growing season, in plastic pots filled with a commercial seed-starting mix. Place pot of sown seeds in a well-ventilated, warm spot with bright, indirect light. Protect pot from rain. Watering— Always water seeds by this method! Place entire pot in a shallow tray of water. When the soil mix surface is moist, re-move pot from water and allow it to drain. Check pots daily to see if they need watering. They should not dry out or be kept soggy. Monitor seeds regularly; this early stage is important to survival. Transplanting Seedlings— Transplant seedlings into separate pots when they are large enough to handle (usually after two or three pairs of true leaves emerge). Plant seedlings in their permanent garden locations after roots are established but before they are potbound. Fertilizing Seedlings— For more vigorous seedlings, fertilize with routine applications of an organic, water-soluble fertilizer such as fish emulsion at 1/4 to 1/3 the recommended strength dur-ing the active growing season. Growing Native Plants from Seed Seed Stratification— Many stratified seeds germinate in about 30 days. Some seeds from temperate regions must be stratified—that is, exposed to the equiva-lent of winter conditions through a moist, cold period that provides the required pre-germination treatment. Check the germination column in the list on the following pages to see which seeds need stratification. Here’s how it works: Sow them in a plastic pot on slightly moist commercial seed-starting mix. Place pot in a sealed plastic bag and store in the refrigerator for 6 to 12 weeks. Time refrigeration period so pots can be removed during the growing season. Take pots out of refrigerator, remove plastic bag, water as described above, and place them in a warm, bright spot. Alternatively, you may sow any seeds needing stratification in a pot in late fall or win-ter and leave the pot outside. These are the very conditions that we seek to recreate in the refrigerator! In a pinch it is good to remember that many seeds will germinate at a lower percent-age even if you ignore each and every one of the rules (except the one about keeping them moist). Best of luck! We’d love to hear from you! What do you do with your seeds? How successful have you been with germina-tion? Are there any species that you’d love to see offered (or offered again) on the Members’ Seed List? Do you have any thoughts or suggestions about the amount or kind of information included in the Seed List? We welcome you to share your experiences, comments, and suggestions by sending an email to ncbgseedlist@unc.edu or by sending a note along with your seed request. North Carolina Botanical Garden Seed Distribution Policy The NC Botanical Garden distributes seeds and plants within a 12-state region of the Southeast, from the Mississippi River to the Atlantic Ocean and from the Gulf of Mexico north to Kentucky, West Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware. If you live outside that area, Garden staff will help you locate sources of native seeds within your geographic area. Visit our website [ncbg.unc.edu] to see a list of recommended sources of native plants. Our goals are to reduce the risk of new exotic plant invasions that impact natural areas and to encourage the use and appreciation of native plant seeds from local sources. We hope that our Seed Distribution Policy will result in increased appreciation of your own region’s unique local flora and that it will nurture the growth of all regional botanical and horticultural institutions throughout the U.S. Scientific Name / Common Name Family Habit Exposure Height Flower Color Bloom Time Moisture Germ. Comments 1 Amsonia ciliata Sandhills Bluestar Apocynaceae P sun 1–2' light blue spring dry–avg 2 Small perennial with delicate foliage and charming blue flowers. 2 Aquilegia canadensis Eastern Columbine Ranunculaceae P sun–shade 2’ soft red & yellow spring avg 2 Long nectar spurs add interest; fresh flowers sweeten a salad; 1987 NCWFOY. 3 Asclepias tuberosa Butterfly Milkweed Apocynaceae P sun 2–3' orange summer avg–dry 2 Sturdy milkweed with bright flowers ranging from pale orange to deep red; 1985 NCWFOY. 4 Blephilia ciliata Downy Wood Mint Lamiaceae P sun-part shade 1–2' purple summer avg–dry 2 Clump-forming mint similar in appearance to Monarda; deer resistant; attracts pollinators. 5 Callicarpa americana American Beauty-berry Verbenaceae S sun 3–8' pink summer avg 1 Bright magenta berries persist after leaves drop; easy to grow from seed. 6 Centrosema virginianum Spurred Butterfly-pea Fabaceae V sun to 12' lavender summer dry–avg 2, 3 Trailing herbaceous vine in the pea family; unusual and easy to grow. 7 Chrysogonum virginianum Green-and-gold Asteraceae P part sun– shade to 1' yellow spring-summer moist–dry 2 Great ground cover for a shady spot; blooms throughout growing season. 8 Coreopsis auriculata Lobed Tickseed Asteraceae P sun–shade to 1' golden yellow spring avg 1 Vibrant flowers with toothed edges above low-growing foliage; 1991 NCWFOY. 9 Cynoglossum virginianum Wild Comfrey Boraginaceae P part sun-shade 1–2' white to pale blue spring-early summer well-drained, avg 2 Similar in appearance to cultivated comfrey; flowers resemble forget-me-nots; plant covered with hairs. 10 Dionaea muscipula Venus Flytrap Droseraceae P sun 3–5" white summer moist 1, 4 Fascinating insect-eating plant; native only to the Carolinas. 11 Eupatorium perfoliatum Boneset Asteraceae P sun 2-6' white fall avg–moist 2 Masses of white flowers on this upright perennial attract butterflies in fall; 2003 NCWFOY. 12 Eutrochium fistulosum Joe-pye-weed Asteraceae P sun 5-8' mauve late summer moist–avg 2 Perennial of large stature; best butterfly plant around. 13 Gaillardia pulchella Common Blanket-flower Asteraceae P sun 1' yellow-red summer avg–dry 1 Long-blooming, short-lived perennial; re-seeds readily; good cut flower. 14 Gillenia trifoliata Mountain Indian-physic Rosaceae P sun– part shade 2–3' white to pale pink spring– summer well-drained, avg 2 Lacy white flowers on loose panicles; red stems and bronzy red fall foliage provide additional interest. 15 Heuchera americana American Alumroot Saxifragaceae P shade 1–2' dark pink spring avg 1, 4 Flowers insignificant; valued as an evergreen foliage plant; 1999 NCWFOY. 16 Hibiscus coccineus Scarlet Rose-mallow Malvaceae P sun 6–8' red summer avg–moist 3 Easy-to-grow perennial with large red flowers and interesting foliage; dramatic. 17 Houstonia caerulea Quaker-ladies Rubiaceae P sun-part shade 1-4" pale blue spring-early summer moist-dry 2 Tiny blue flowers with yellow centers on delicate stems are one of the earliest signs of spring. 18 Hypericum crux-andreae St. Peter’s-wort Clusiaceae S part sun 1–3' yellow summer-fall avg-moist 2 Upright, semi-evergreen shrub with interesting lemon yellow flowers and attractive shedding bark. 19 Kosteletzkya virginica Seashore-mallow Malvaceae P sun 5–7' pink fall avg–moist 3 Many hibiscus-like, bright pink flowers; fast-growing; 1990 NCWFOY. 2016 Members’ Seed List As a benefit of membership in the Botanical Garden Foundation, Inc., you may order eight free seed packets. See page 7 for ordering information. Find photos of the plants on this Members’ Seed List: ncbg.unc.edu/seedlist Scientific Name / Common Name Family Habit Exposure Height Flower Color Bloom Time Moisture Germ. Comments 20 Lobelia cardinalis Cardinal-flower Campanulaceae P sun–shade 2–3' crimson red late summer avg–wet 1, 4 Striking red flowers; a hummingbird favorite; 1982–83 and 2001 NCWFOY. 21 Lobelia siphilitica Great Blue Lobelia Campanulaceae P sun–shade 2–3' blue fall avg–moist 1, 4 Long-blooming, blue flowers for a late-season display; 1993 NCWFOY. 22 Manfreda virginica Eastern False-aloe Agavaceae P sun 1–3' bronze-green summer avg–dry 1 Deciduous perennial with succulent, strap-like leaves and very fragrant blooms. 23 Mimulus ringens Allegheny Monkey-flower Phrymaceae P sun–part shade 2–4' lavender summer avg–wet 1, 4 Beautiful, two-lipped purple flowers; upright, moisture-loving plant. 24 Monarda punctata Eastern Horse-mint Lamiaceae P full sun 2–2.5' cream/ pink summer moist–dry 1 Unusual spotted flowers with pink-tipped bracts and fragrant foliage. 25 Oenothera fruitcosa var. fruticosa Southern Sundrops Onagraceae P sun 1-2' yellow late spring avg–dry 1, 4 Floriferous perennial with large yellow flowers; 1989 NCWFOY. 26 Penstemon canescens Eastern Gray Beardtongue Plantaginaceae P sun–part shade 2' pink late spring avg 1, 4 Pale pink tubular flowers bloom on multiple flower spikes; a favorite. 27 Philadelphus inodorus Appalachian Mock-orange Hydrangeaceae S shade– part sun 4–12' white spring avg–moist 2, 4 Medium-sized shrub that does well in the shade and has large white flowers. 28 Piptochaetium avenaceum Eastern Needlegras Poaceae P sun–shade 1–3' black spring avg–dry 2 Low-growing, shade-tolerant grass with tall panicles of dangling black seeds in spring. 29 Pluchea camphorata Plowman’s-wort Asteraceae P sun–part shade 2–4' light pink fall avg–moist 2 An easy-to-grow pollinator plant; strong-smelling foliage deters deer browsing. 30 Pycnanthemum tenuifolium Narrow-leaf Mountain-mint Lamiaceae P sun 2–3' white summer moist–dry 1 Clusters of small white flowers attract insect pollinators during the summer. 31 Rudbeckia triloba Brown-eyed Susan Asteraceae P sun 2–3' yellow fall avg–dry 1 This distinctive Rudbeckia features many flowers on each upright stem. 32 Ruellia caroliniensis Carolina Wild-petunia Acanthaceae P sun–part shade 1-2' lavender– blue summer avg–dry 2 Attractive tubular flowers; tolerant of dry conditions but thrives in good soil and light shade. 33 Sabatia angularis Rose-pink Gentianaceae B sun–part shade 1–2' pink summer avg–moist 5 Numerous star-shaped pink flowers with yellow centers make this plant stand out. 34 Saccharum giganteum Giant Plume Gras Poaceae P sun 6–12' silvery seeds early fall avg–moist 2 Tall grass with peachy silver seeds; good native alter-native to pampas grass. 35 Sarracenia spp. Pitcher Plant Sarraceniaceae P sun 1–3' various spring wet 2 Interesting mix of open-pollinated pitcher plants; sow on moist peat moss. 36 Scutellaria ovata Heart-leaf Skullcap Lamiaceae P sun– part shade to 1.5' purple summer avg-dry 2 Lovely gray-green foliage; spreads by runners; likes drier soils. 37 Sedum ternatum Woodland Stonecrop Crasulaceae P sun– part shade 1' cream spring avg-dry 2 Valuable groundcover for the shade garden. Attractive star-shaped cream flowers begin blooming in May. 38 Silene virginica Fire-pink Caryophyllaceae P part sun– shade to 1' red spring avg 2 Beautiful star-shaped red flowers; prefers well-drained soil; hummingbird-pollinated; 2015 NCWFOY. 39 Silphium asteriscus var. asteriscus Starry Rosinweed Asteraceae P sun 4–5' yellow late summer avg-dry 2 This robust sun-lover is a drought-tolerant pollinator magnet. Scientific Name / Common Name Family Habit Exposure Height Flower Color Bloom Time Moisture Germ. Comments 40 Sisyrinchium atlanticum Atlantic Blue-eyed-gras Iridaceae P sun– part shade to 1' blue spring-summer well-drained, avg-dry 2 Clumps of attractive blueish green grass-like leaves produce numerous blue flowers with yellow centers. 41 Sorghastrum elliottii Long-bristle Indian Gras Poaceae P sun 4-6' dark brown fall avg–dry 2 Arching wands of seeds with long, shiny, jet-black awns. 42 Stokesia laevis Stokes’ Aster Asteraceae P sun 1' blue summer avg–dry 2 Large, powder-blue flowers; interesting seedheads and lance-shaped leaves. 43 Symphyotrichum grandiflorum Large-flower American-aster Asteraceae P sun 2-3' purple fall avg–dry 1 Striking when massed; tolerates sunny, lean sites; boisterous purple flowers are attention-getters. 44 Symphyotrichum puniceum Purple-stem American-aster Asteraceae P sun 2-7' lavender fall avg-wet 1 Sturdy, upright perennial topped with masses of lavender flowers in the fall. 45 Tiarella cordifolia var. collina Foamflower Saxifragaceae P shade 1' white spring avg 2 Masses of creamy white flowers on short spikes; good groundcover; 1986 NCWFOY. 46 Trichostema dichotomum Forked Bluecurls Lamiaceae A sun 1.5' purple fall avg–dry 5 Delicate annual covered with small but elaborate blue-purple flowers. 47 Veronicastrum virginicum Culver’s-root Plantaginaceae P sun– part shade 3–5' white to pink summer avg–moist 1, 4 Elegant dark green, whorled foliage on a strongly vertical stem. 48 Viburnum rafinesquianum Downy Arrow-wood Adoxaceae S shade– part shade 5-8' white spring avg 6 Bunches of white flowers in spring followed by purple fruits in summer; food source for birds. 49 Zephyranthes atamasca Atamasco lily Amaryllidaceae P sun– part shade 1' white spring avg-wet 1 Large white flowers with green throat; slow from seed; 2010 NCWFOY. 50 Zizia aurea Common Golden Alexanders Apiaceae P sun– part shade 1–2' yellow spring avg–moist 2 Lacy yellow flowers in early spring; host plant for black swallowtail butterfly; 2012 NCWFOY. Legend and Notes Taxonomic references: Weakley, Alan S., Flora of the Southern and Mid-Atlantic States (working draft of 30 Nov 2012); Kartesz, John T., A Synonymized Checklist of the Vascular Flora of the United States, Canada, and Greenland (1994, Timber Press, Portland, OR). Germination Code: 1 – No pre-treatment necessary Habit: Annual, Biennial, Perennial, Shrub, Tree, Vine 2 – Stratification required (see page 2) Exposure: Sun indicates need for full sun; shade indicates need for shade to dappled sun. 3 – Soak seeds 8 hours in warm water before sowing Height: Estimated; may vary depending on growing conditions. 4 – Do not cover these very fine seeds when sowing Bloom Time: Accurate for Chapel Hill, NC 5 – Sow seeds directly in garden (Zone 7–8, as determined by the Arbor Day Foundation in 2006). 6 – Seeds require 1 to 3 months of warm stratification, followed Moisture: Refers to requirements for soil moisture. by 1 to 3 months of cold stratification 6 2016 Southeastern Native Plant Seed List T-shirts printed with this illustration of Northern rattlesnake-master, designed by Dot Wilbur-Brooks, are available for purchase. Please stop by the Garden Shop next time you visit the North Carolina Botanical Garden. The NC Wildflower of the Year project is a cooperative conservation project of the North Carolina Botanical Garden and the Garden Club of North Carolina, Inc. This annual project is now in its 35th year. For a free copy of the 2016 North Carolina Wildflower of the Year brochure, containing a packet of Northen rattlesnake-master seeds and growing instructions, check the appropriate box on the Seed Request Form on p. 7 of this booklet, or send a business-sized SASE to: 2016 WFOY, N.C. Botanical Garden Campus Box 3375 UNC–Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3375 2016 North Carolina Wildflower of the Year: Northern rattlesnake-master Northern rattlesnake-master, Eryngium yuccifolium, also known as button snake-root, is an unusual prairie species native to the eastern and central United States. With a basal clump of leathery strap-like, blueish green leaves and a single upright flowering stalk, this distinctive species more closely resembles a yucca plant than its closest relatives in the carrot family (Apia-ceae). Northern rattlesnake-master is a great garden plant for the interesting form and texture provided by its leaves, flower clusters, and seed heads. In mid- to late-summer, a single stiff stem topped with round, spikey flower clusters rises two to four feet from the clump of yucca-like leaves. Each cluster is composed of many small, tightly arranged flowers with white to pale green pet-als and pointy bracts, giving the appearance of small, bristly golf balls. The flowers attract a steady abundance of incredibly diverse pollinators including native bees, wasps, flies, butterflies, moths and beetles. Upon ripening in the fall, the seed heads look nearly identical to the flower clusters except they are brown in color. Both the flowers and persistent seed heads can be interesting additions to cut flower arrangements, and the tough leaves and flowers are fairly deer and rabbit resistant. Northern rattlesnake-master has a long and interesting his-tory of human use. Perhaps the earliest known use of this spe-cies dates back 8,000 years, when prehistoric North Americans used the fiber from its thick leaves to make shoes and sandals. The common name of this species comes from early 18th century accounts of Native Americans applying a root prepara-tion to their hands and arms to protect them while handling rattlesnakes and also brewing a root tea to use as rattlesnake antivenin. Northern rattlesnake-master occurs throughout North Caro-lina along sandy roadsides, prairies, and open woods, and prefers open, sunny sites with dry to average, well-drained soil. It will become spindly in the shade and will decline rapidly if planted in poorly drained soils. Given the right conditions, this species will produce a sturdy taproot and become a tough, long-lived drought-resistant perennial. Use Northern rattlesnake-master as an accent plant or dramatic focal point in a sunny perennial bed or pollinator garden with butterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), black-eyed susan (Rudbeckia hirta), and asters (Symphyotrichum spp.). 2016 Southeastern Native Plant Seed List 7 Seed Germination & Perennial Gardening References Some of Our Favorite The American Woodland Garden, Rick Darke. 2002. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Armitage’s Native Plants for North American Gardens, Allan Armitage. 2006. Timber Press, Portland, OR. The Encyclopedia of Grasses for Livable Landscapes, Rick Darke. 2007. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Gardening with Native Plants of the South, Sally Wasowski. 1994. Taylor Trade Publishing, Lanham, MD. Gardening with Native Wild Flowers, Samuel B. Jones & Leonard E. Foote. 1990. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Growing and Propagating Showy Native Woody Plants, Richard Bir. 1992. University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill. Growing and Propagating Wild Flowers, Harry Phillips. 1985. University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill. Hartmann and Kester’s Plant Propagation: Principles & Practices, Hudson Hart-mann, Robert Geneve, Dale Kester, Fred Davies. 2001. Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Herbaceous Perennial Plants, Allan Armitage. 1997. Stipes Publishing, Champaign, IL. Invasive Plants: Weeds of the Global Garden, John Randall and Janet Marinelli, eds. 1996. Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn, NY. The Living Landscape: Designing for Beauty and Biodiversity in the Home Garden, Rick Darke and Doug Tallamy. 2014. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Manual of Herbaceous Ornamental Plants, Steven M. Still. 1994. Stipes Publishing, Champaign, IL. Manual of Woody Landscape Plants, Michael A. Dirr. 1998. Stipes Publishing, Champaign, IL. Native Perennials, Nancy Beaubaire, ed. 1996. Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn, NY. Native Plants of the Southeast: A Comprehensive Guide to the Best 460 Species for the Garden, Larry Mellichamp. 2014. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Native Trees, Shrubs, and Vines, William Cullina. 2002. Houghton Mifflin, Boston. The New England Wildflower Society Guide to Growing & Propagating Wildflowers of the US & Canada, William Cullina. 2000. Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston. Perennial Combinations, C. Colston Burrell. 1999. Rodale Press, Emmaus, PA. The Reference Manual of Woody Plant Propagation, Michael A. Dirr and Charles W. Heuser Jr. 1987. Varsity Press, Athens, GA. Seed Germination Theory and Practice, Norman C. Deno. 1993. Self-published: 139 Lenor Dr., State College, PA. Seeds of Wildland Plants, James and Cheryl Young. 1986. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Seeds of Woody Plants in North America, James and Cheryl Young. 1992. Di-oscorides Press, Portland, OR. Wildflowers—A Gardener’s Encyclopedia of, C. Colston Burrell. 1997. Rodale Press, Emmaus, PA. Wyman’s Gardening Encyclopedia, Donald Wyman. 1986. MacMillan Publishing, New York. Name__________________________________________ Address________________________________________ _________________________________Zip_________ Requests are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Orders must be received by Oct. 1, 2016. Send your seed request and a business-size self-addressed envelope with two stamps to: North Carolina Botanical Garden Seed Distribution Program University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Campus Box 3375 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3375 2016 Seed Request Form Please circle your 8 free choices. Mark an “X” on 3 alternatives, as some selections are limited. Garden Members receive 8 free seed packets Please circle up to 8 choices. Send $2 per selection. Make checks payable to: North Carolina Botanical Garden General Public 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 (see next page if you’d like to join the Garden now and receive your 8 free packets of seeds) Check here if you would also like to receive seeds and information on the 2016 Wildflower of the Year, Northern rattlesnake-master $5,000 $100 Organization membership $1,000 $75 Household membership $500 $65 Senior Household membership $250 $50 Individual membership $100 $30 Senior membership (65+) $20 Student membership My company matches gifts. Thank you very much for supporting the Garden’s conservation activities by participating in our Seed Program. ________________________________________________________________ Name ________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________ City / State / Zip A Gift to the Garden Your gift helps us water the plants, fund the programs (including the Seed Program that brings you native plant seeds), support conservation and research, and plan for the future of the Garden. Please indicate your level of giving. Please share this membership application with a friend. Printed on recycled paper — please recycle. Benefits of Membership: A gift of $50 or more ($30 for seniors/volunteers) entitles you to one free designated plant, available for pick-up after April 1; access to NCBG’s Seed Program; discounts on Garden Shop purchases and program fees; our biannual magazine; and invitations to special Garden events throughout the year. Please send your check made out to NCBG & this completed form to: North Carolina Botanical Garden The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Campus Box 3375 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3375 For more Information: 919-962-0522 ncbg.unc.edu North Carolina Botanical Garden The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Campus Box 3375 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3375 ncbg.unc.edu Address Service Requested
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Full Text | 2016 Southeastern Native Plant Seed List In celebration of the North Carolina Botanical Garden’s 50th anniversary this year, I thought it would be fitting to reflect on the history and mission of the NCBG seed distribution pro-gram. Since the Garden’s inception in 1966, NCBG staff has been committed to the conservation and preservation of native plant species and communities of both the state and region. Former assistant garden director Ken Moore said that during the early days of the Garden’s history, the staff was alarmed at the number of wildflowers being dug from natural habitats for replanting or selling. Not only does this activity threaten the future of wild populations of native plants and the fauna that depend on those species, but often plants that are dug from the wild do not survive transplantation. So Ken, along with Ritchie Bell (the first director of NCBG), Harry Phillips, and Rob Gardner (both former NCBG curators) developed the concept of “conservation through propagation” as an alternative to the unethical collection of native plants. The conservation through propagation program encourages the use of sustainably pro-duced native plants by educating individuals and nurseries about native plant propagation. The ultimate goal is to promote our native species while ensuring that wild populations are not dam-aged or lost to digging or overcollection. The North Carolina Bo-tanical Garden’s seed distri-bution program was created as a way to further promote this concept by making seeds of southeastern natives available to nurseries, bo-tanical gardens, garden clubs, wildflower enthusiasts, and home gardeners. Currently, the NCBG seed distribution program consists of two main components, the Member’s Seed List and the Wildflower of the Year program. The very first Member’s Seed List was a short list of 12 species that was included in the winter 1978 newsletter. Initial offerings were mostly limited to perennials but in subsequent years the list was expanded to include trees, shrubs, carnivorous plants, grasses, and fern spores. Nowadays we typically offer 50 species, many of which are not otherwise available in the nursery trade, and distribute over 2,500 packets each year. The North Carolina Wildflower of the Year program, which is a joint effort between the NC Botanical Garden and the Garden Club of North Carolina, was started in 1982 as another way to promote the propagation and use of native plants in the home garden. Each year, a showy perennial native to North Carolina is chosen and seeds of that species are given away free of charge to interested gardeners. We distribute at least 3,500 brochures with Wildflower of the Year seed packets annually, so over the course of the 34-year old program, we have distributed nearly 120,000 seed packets amounting to well over two million seeds! Although much time and effort each year goes into collecting and packaging seed for the Member’s Seed List and the Wild-flower of the Year program, we also collect, clean, and store seeds for in-house propagation to fill our plant sale and our display gardens. Additionally, the seed distribution program is responsible for filling special seed requests from non-profits, conservation organiza-tions, local parks, and schools, and also supports native plant research by providing seed to professors and graduate students. For nearly 40 years, the NCBG seed distribution program has been promoting native plant conservation, one seed pack at a time. Members of the Garden are entitled to eight free seed packets as a benefit of membership. Thank you very much for supporting the Garden. A very special thank you also to our Seed Volunteers! History of our Seed Program —b5y Heather Summer, NCBG 0Seed Program Coordinator A sign hanging in the Totten Center 2 2016 Southeastern Native Plant Seed List Storing Seeds— Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator until you are ready to sow. Sowing— Many species on our list germinate in 15 to 45 days. Sow as early as March or April, or anytime during the growing season, in plastic pots filled with a commercial seed-starting mix. Place pot of sown seeds in a well-ventilated, warm spot with bright, indirect light. Protect pot from rain. Watering— Always water seeds by this method! Place entire pot in a shallow tray of water. When the soil mix surface is moist, re-move pot from water and allow it to drain. Check pots daily to see if they need watering. They should not dry out or be kept soggy. Monitor seeds regularly; this early stage is important to survival. Transplanting Seedlings— Transplant seedlings into separate pots when they are large enough to handle (usually after two or three pairs of true leaves emerge). Plant seedlings in their permanent garden locations after roots are established but before they are potbound. Fertilizing Seedlings— For more vigorous seedlings, fertilize with routine applications of an organic, water-soluble fertilizer such as fish emulsion at 1/4 to 1/3 the recommended strength dur-ing the active growing season. Growing Native Plants from Seed Seed Stratification— Many stratified seeds germinate in about 30 days. Some seeds from temperate regions must be stratified—that is, exposed to the equiva-lent of winter conditions through a moist, cold period that provides the required pre-germination treatment. Check the germination column in the list on the following pages to see which seeds need stratification. Here’s how it works: Sow them in a plastic pot on slightly moist commercial seed-starting mix. Place pot in a sealed plastic bag and store in the refrigerator for 6 to 12 weeks. Time refrigeration period so pots can be removed during the growing season. Take pots out of refrigerator, remove plastic bag, water as described above, and place them in a warm, bright spot. Alternatively, you may sow any seeds needing stratification in a pot in late fall or win-ter and leave the pot outside. These are the very conditions that we seek to recreate in the refrigerator! In a pinch it is good to remember that many seeds will germinate at a lower percent-age even if you ignore each and every one of the rules (except the one about keeping them moist). Best of luck! We’d love to hear from you! What do you do with your seeds? How successful have you been with germina-tion? Are there any species that you’d love to see offered (or offered again) on the Members’ Seed List? Do you have any thoughts or suggestions about the amount or kind of information included in the Seed List? We welcome you to share your experiences, comments, and suggestions by sending an email to ncbgseedlist@unc.edu or by sending a note along with your seed request. North Carolina Botanical Garden Seed Distribution Policy The NC Botanical Garden distributes seeds and plants within a 12-state region of the Southeast, from the Mississippi River to the Atlantic Ocean and from the Gulf of Mexico north to Kentucky, West Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware. If you live outside that area, Garden staff will help you locate sources of native seeds within your geographic area. Visit our website [ncbg.unc.edu] to see a list of recommended sources of native plants. Our goals are to reduce the risk of new exotic plant invasions that impact natural areas and to encourage the use and appreciation of native plant seeds from local sources. We hope that our Seed Distribution Policy will result in increased appreciation of your own region’s unique local flora and that it will nurture the growth of all regional botanical and horticultural institutions throughout the U.S. Scientific Name / Common Name Family Habit Exposure Height Flower Color Bloom Time Moisture Germ. Comments 1 Amsonia ciliata Sandhills Bluestar Apocynaceae P sun 1–2' light blue spring dry–avg 2 Small perennial with delicate foliage and charming blue flowers. 2 Aquilegia canadensis Eastern Columbine Ranunculaceae P sun–shade 2’ soft red & yellow spring avg 2 Long nectar spurs add interest; fresh flowers sweeten a salad; 1987 NCWFOY. 3 Asclepias tuberosa Butterfly Milkweed Apocynaceae P sun 2–3' orange summer avg–dry 2 Sturdy milkweed with bright flowers ranging from pale orange to deep red; 1985 NCWFOY. 4 Blephilia ciliata Downy Wood Mint Lamiaceae P sun-part shade 1–2' purple summer avg–dry 2 Clump-forming mint similar in appearance to Monarda; deer resistant; attracts pollinators. 5 Callicarpa americana American Beauty-berry Verbenaceae S sun 3–8' pink summer avg 1 Bright magenta berries persist after leaves drop; easy to grow from seed. 6 Centrosema virginianum Spurred Butterfly-pea Fabaceae V sun to 12' lavender summer dry–avg 2, 3 Trailing herbaceous vine in the pea family; unusual and easy to grow. 7 Chrysogonum virginianum Green-and-gold Asteraceae P part sun– shade to 1' yellow spring-summer moist–dry 2 Great ground cover for a shady spot; blooms throughout growing season. 8 Coreopsis auriculata Lobed Tickseed Asteraceae P sun–shade to 1' golden yellow spring avg 1 Vibrant flowers with toothed edges above low-growing foliage; 1991 NCWFOY. 9 Cynoglossum virginianum Wild Comfrey Boraginaceae P part sun-shade 1–2' white to pale blue spring-early summer well-drained, avg 2 Similar in appearance to cultivated comfrey; flowers resemble forget-me-nots; plant covered with hairs. 10 Dionaea muscipula Venus Flytrap Droseraceae P sun 3–5" white summer moist 1, 4 Fascinating insect-eating plant; native only to the Carolinas. 11 Eupatorium perfoliatum Boneset Asteraceae P sun 2-6' white fall avg–moist 2 Masses of white flowers on this upright perennial attract butterflies in fall; 2003 NCWFOY. 12 Eutrochium fistulosum Joe-pye-weed Asteraceae P sun 5-8' mauve late summer moist–avg 2 Perennial of large stature; best butterfly plant around. 13 Gaillardia pulchella Common Blanket-flower Asteraceae P sun 1' yellow-red summer avg–dry 1 Long-blooming, short-lived perennial; re-seeds readily; good cut flower. 14 Gillenia trifoliata Mountain Indian-physic Rosaceae P sun– part shade 2–3' white to pale pink spring– summer well-drained, avg 2 Lacy white flowers on loose panicles; red stems and bronzy red fall foliage provide additional interest. 15 Heuchera americana American Alumroot Saxifragaceae P shade 1–2' dark pink spring avg 1, 4 Flowers insignificant; valued as an evergreen foliage plant; 1999 NCWFOY. 16 Hibiscus coccineus Scarlet Rose-mallow Malvaceae P sun 6–8' red summer avg–moist 3 Easy-to-grow perennial with large red flowers and interesting foliage; dramatic. 17 Houstonia caerulea Quaker-ladies Rubiaceae P sun-part shade 1-4" pale blue spring-early summer moist-dry 2 Tiny blue flowers with yellow centers on delicate stems are one of the earliest signs of spring. 18 Hypericum crux-andreae St. Peter’s-wort Clusiaceae S part sun 1–3' yellow summer-fall avg-moist 2 Upright, semi-evergreen shrub with interesting lemon yellow flowers and attractive shedding bark. 19 Kosteletzkya virginica Seashore-mallow Malvaceae P sun 5–7' pink fall avg–moist 3 Many hibiscus-like, bright pink flowers; fast-growing; 1990 NCWFOY. 2016 Members’ Seed List As a benefit of membership in the Botanical Garden Foundation, Inc., you may order eight free seed packets. See page 7 for ordering information. Find photos of the plants on this Members’ Seed List: ncbg.unc.edu/seedlist Scientific Name / Common Name Family Habit Exposure Height Flower Color Bloom Time Moisture Germ. Comments 20 Lobelia cardinalis Cardinal-flower Campanulaceae P sun–shade 2–3' crimson red late summer avg–wet 1, 4 Striking red flowers; a hummingbird favorite; 1982–83 and 2001 NCWFOY. 21 Lobelia siphilitica Great Blue Lobelia Campanulaceae P sun–shade 2–3' blue fall avg–moist 1, 4 Long-blooming, blue flowers for a late-season display; 1993 NCWFOY. 22 Manfreda virginica Eastern False-aloe Agavaceae P sun 1–3' bronze-green summer avg–dry 1 Deciduous perennial with succulent, strap-like leaves and very fragrant blooms. 23 Mimulus ringens Allegheny Monkey-flower Phrymaceae P sun–part shade 2–4' lavender summer avg–wet 1, 4 Beautiful, two-lipped purple flowers; upright, moisture-loving plant. 24 Monarda punctata Eastern Horse-mint Lamiaceae P full sun 2–2.5' cream/ pink summer moist–dry 1 Unusual spotted flowers with pink-tipped bracts and fragrant foliage. 25 Oenothera fruitcosa var. fruticosa Southern Sundrops Onagraceae P sun 1-2' yellow late spring avg–dry 1, 4 Floriferous perennial with large yellow flowers; 1989 NCWFOY. 26 Penstemon canescens Eastern Gray Beardtongue Plantaginaceae P sun–part shade 2' pink late spring avg 1, 4 Pale pink tubular flowers bloom on multiple flower spikes; a favorite. 27 Philadelphus inodorus Appalachian Mock-orange Hydrangeaceae S shade– part sun 4–12' white spring avg–moist 2, 4 Medium-sized shrub that does well in the shade and has large white flowers. 28 Piptochaetium avenaceum Eastern Needlegras Poaceae P sun–shade 1–3' black spring avg–dry 2 Low-growing, shade-tolerant grass with tall panicles of dangling black seeds in spring. 29 Pluchea camphorata Plowman’s-wort Asteraceae P sun–part shade 2–4' light pink fall avg–moist 2 An easy-to-grow pollinator plant; strong-smelling foliage deters deer browsing. 30 Pycnanthemum tenuifolium Narrow-leaf Mountain-mint Lamiaceae P sun 2–3' white summer moist–dry 1 Clusters of small white flowers attract insect pollinators during the summer. 31 Rudbeckia triloba Brown-eyed Susan Asteraceae P sun 2–3' yellow fall avg–dry 1 This distinctive Rudbeckia features many flowers on each upright stem. 32 Ruellia caroliniensis Carolina Wild-petunia Acanthaceae P sun–part shade 1-2' lavender– blue summer avg–dry 2 Attractive tubular flowers; tolerant of dry conditions but thrives in good soil and light shade. 33 Sabatia angularis Rose-pink Gentianaceae B sun–part shade 1–2' pink summer avg–moist 5 Numerous star-shaped pink flowers with yellow centers make this plant stand out. 34 Saccharum giganteum Giant Plume Gras Poaceae P sun 6–12' silvery seeds early fall avg–moist 2 Tall grass with peachy silver seeds; good native alter-native to pampas grass. 35 Sarracenia spp. Pitcher Plant Sarraceniaceae P sun 1–3' various spring wet 2 Interesting mix of open-pollinated pitcher plants; sow on moist peat moss. 36 Scutellaria ovata Heart-leaf Skullcap Lamiaceae P sun– part shade to 1.5' purple summer avg-dry 2 Lovely gray-green foliage; spreads by runners; likes drier soils. 37 Sedum ternatum Woodland Stonecrop Crasulaceae P sun– part shade 1' cream spring avg-dry 2 Valuable groundcover for the shade garden. Attractive star-shaped cream flowers begin blooming in May. 38 Silene virginica Fire-pink Caryophyllaceae P part sun– shade to 1' red spring avg 2 Beautiful star-shaped red flowers; prefers well-drained soil; hummingbird-pollinated; 2015 NCWFOY. 39 Silphium asteriscus var. asteriscus Starry Rosinweed Asteraceae P sun 4–5' yellow late summer avg-dry 2 This robust sun-lover is a drought-tolerant pollinator magnet. Scientific Name / Common Name Family Habit Exposure Height Flower Color Bloom Time Moisture Germ. Comments 40 Sisyrinchium atlanticum Atlantic Blue-eyed-gras Iridaceae P sun– part shade to 1' blue spring-summer well-drained, avg-dry 2 Clumps of attractive blueish green grass-like leaves produce numerous blue flowers with yellow centers. 41 Sorghastrum elliottii Long-bristle Indian Gras Poaceae P sun 4-6' dark brown fall avg–dry 2 Arching wands of seeds with long, shiny, jet-black awns. 42 Stokesia laevis Stokes’ Aster Asteraceae P sun 1' blue summer avg–dry 2 Large, powder-blue flowers; interesting seedheads and lance-shaped leaves. 43 Symphyotrichum grandiflorum Large-flower American-aster Asteraceae P sun 2-3' purple fall avg–dry 1 Striking when massed; tolerates sunny, lean sites; boisterous purple flowers are attention-getters. 44 Symphyotrichum puniceum Purple-stem American-aster Asteraceae P sun 2-7' lavender fall avg-wet 1 Sturdy, upright perennial topped with masses of lavender flowers in the fall. 45 Tiarella cordifolia var. collina Foamflower Saxifragaceae P shade 1' white spring avg 2 Masses of creamy white flowers on short spikes; good groundcover; 1986 NCWFOY. 46 Trichostema dichotomum Forked Bluecurls Lamiaceae A sun 1.5' purple fall avg–dry 5 Delicate annual covered with small but elaborate blue-purple flowers. 47 Veronicastrum virginicum Culver’s-root Plantaginaceae P sun– part shade 3–5' white to pink summer avg–moist 1, 4 Elegant dark green, whorled foliage on a strongly vertical stem. 48 Viburnum rafinesquianum Downy Arrow-wood Adoxaceae S shade– part shade 5-8' white spring avg 6 Bunches of white flowers in spring followed by purple fruits in summer; food source for birds. 49 Zephyranthes atamasca Atamasco lily Amaryllidaceae P sun– part shade 1' white spring avg-wet 1 Large white flowers with green throat; slow from seed; 2010 NCWFOY. 50 Zizia aurea Common Golden Alexanders Apiaceae P sun– part shade 1–2' yellow spring avg–moist 2 Lacy yellow flowers in early spring; host plant for black swallowtail butterfly; 2012 NCWFOY. Legend and Notes Taxonomic references: Weakley, Alan S., Flora of the Southern and Mid-Atlantic States (working draft of 30 Nov 2012); Kartesz, John T., A Synonymized Checklist of the Vascular Flora of the United States, Canada, and Greenland (1994, Timber Press, Portland, OR). Germination Code: 1 – No pre-treatment necessary Habit: Annual, Biennial, Perennial, Shrub, Tree, Vine 2 – Stratification required (see page 2) Exposure: Sun indicates need for full sun; shade indicates need for shade to dappled sun. 3 – Soak seeds 8 hours in warm water before sowing Height: Estimated; may vary depending on growing conditions. 4 – Do not cover these very fine seeds when sowing Bloom Time: Accurate for Chapel Hill, NC 5 – Sow seeds directly in garden (Zone 7–8, as determined by the Arbor Day Foundation in 2006). 6 – Seeds require 1 to 3 months of warm stratification, followed Moisture: Refers to requirements for soil moisture. by 1 to 3 months of cold stratification 6 2016 Southeastern Native Plant Seed List T-shirts printed with this illustration of Northern rattlesnake-master, designed by Dot Wilbur-Brooks, are available for purchase. Please stop by the Garden Shop next time you visit the North Carolina Botanical Garden. The NC Wildflower of the Year project is a cooperative conservation project of the North Carolina Botanical Garden and the Garden Club of North Carolina, Inc. This annual project is now in its 35th year. For a free copy of the 2016 North Carolina Wildflower of the Year brochure, containing a packet of Northen rattlesnake-master seeds and growing instructions, check the appropriate box on the Seed Request Form on p. 7 of this booklet, or send a business-sized SASE to: 2016 WFOY, N.C. Botanical Garden Campus Box 3375 UNC–Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3375 2016 North Carolina Wildflower of the Year: Northern rattlesnake-master Northern rattlesnake-master, Eryngium yuccifolium, also known as button snake-root, is an unusual prairie species native to the eastern and central United States. With a basal clump of leathery strap-like, blueish green leaves and a single upright flowering stalk, this distinctive species more closely resembles a yucca plant than its closest relatives in the carrot family (Apia-ceae). Northern rattlesnake-master is a great garden plant for the interesting form and texture provided by its leaves, flower clusters, and seed heads. In mid- to late-summer, a single stiff stem topped with round, spikey flower clusters rises two to four feet from the clump of yucca-like leaves. Each cluster is composed of many small, tightly arranged flowers with white to pale green pet-als and pointy bracts, giving the appearance of small, bristly golf balls. The flowers attract a steady abundance of incredibly diverse pollinators including native bees, wasps, flies, butterflies, moths and beetles. Upon ripening in the fall, the seed heads look nearly identical to the flower clusters except they are brown in color. Both the flowers and persistent seed heads can be interesting additions to cut flower arrangements, and the tough leaves and flowers are fairly deer and rabbit resistant. Northern rattlesnake-master has a long and interesting his-tory of human use. Perhaps the earliest known use of this spe-cies dates back 8,000 years, when prehistoric North Americans used the fiber from its thick leaves to make shoes and sandals. The common name of this species comes from early 18th century accounts of Native Americans applying a root prepara-tion to their hands and arms to protect them while handling rattlesnakes and also brewing a root tea to use as rattlesnake antivenin. Northern rattlesnake-master occurs throughout North Caro-lina along sandy roadsides, prairies, and open woods, and prefers open, sunny sites with dry to average, well-drained soil. It will become spindly in the shade and will decline rapidly if planted in poorly drained soils. Given the right conditions, this species will produce a sturdy taproot and become a tough, long-lived drought-resistant perennial. Use Northern rattlesnake-master as an accent plant or dramatic focal point in a sunny perennial bed or pollinator garden with butterfly milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), black-eyed susan (Rudbeckia hirta), and asters (Symphyotrichum spp.). 2016 Southeastern Native Plant Seed List 7 Seed Germination & Perennial Gardening References Some of Our Favorite The American Woodland Garden, Rick Darke. 2002. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Armitage’s Native Plants for North American Gardens, Allan Armitage. 2006. Timber Press, Portland, OR. The Encyclopedia of Grasses for Livable Landscapes, Rick Darke. 2007. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Gardening with Native Plants of the South, Sally Wasowski. 1994. Taylor Trade Publishing, Lanham, MD. Gardening with Native Wild Flowers, Samuel B. Jones & Leonard E. Foote. 1990. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Growing and Propagating Showy Native Woody Plants, Richard Bir. 1992. University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill. Growing and Propagating Wild Flowers, Harry Phillips. 1985. University of North Carolina Press, Chapel Hill. Hartmann and Kester’s Plant Propagation: Principles & Practices, Hudson Hart-mann, Robert Geneve, Dale Kester, Fred Davies. 2001. Prentice Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Herbaceous Perennial Plants, Allan Armitage. 1997. Stipes Publishing, Champaign, IL. Invasive Plants: Weeds of the Global Garden, John Randall and Janet Marinelli, eds. 1996. Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn, NY. The Living Landscape: Designing for Beauty and Biodiversity in the Home Garden, Rick Darke and Doug Tallamy. 2014. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Manual of Herbaceous Ornamental Plants, Steven M. Still. 1994. Stipes Publishing, Champaign, IL. Manual of Woody Landscape Plants, Michael A. Dirr. 1998. Stipes Publishing, Champaign, IL. Native Perennials, Nancy Beaubaire, ed. 1996. Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn, NY. Native Plants of the Southeast: A Comprehensive Guide to the Best 460 Species for the Garden, Larry Mellichamp. 2014. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Native Trees, Shrubs, and Vines, William Cullina. 2002. Houghton Mifflin, Boston. The New England Wildflower Society Guide to Growing & Propagating Wildflowers of the US & Canada, William Cullina. 2000. Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston. Perennial Combinations, C. Colston Burrell. 1999. Rodale Press, Emmaus, PA. The Reference Manual of Woody Plant Propagation, Michael A. Dirr and Charles W. Heuser Jr. 1987. Varsity Press, Athens, GA. Seed Germination Theory and Practice, Norman C. Deno. 1993. Self-published: 139 Lenor Dr., State College, PA. Seeds of Wildland Plants, James and Cheryl Young. 1986. Timber Press, Portland, OR. Seeds of Woody Plants in North America, James and Cheryl Young. 1992. Di-oscorides Press, Portland, OR. Wildflowers—A Gardener’s Encyclopedia of, C. Colston Burrell. 1997. Rodale Press, Emmaus, PA. Wyman’s Gardening Encyclopedia, Donald Wyman. 1986. MacMillan Publishing, New York. Name__________________________________________ Address________________________________________ _________________________________Zip_________ Requests are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Orders must be received by Oct. 1, 2016. Send your seed request and a business-size self-addressed envelope with two stamps to: North Carolina Botanical Garden Seed Distribution Program University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Campus Box 3375 Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3375 2016 Seed Request Form Please circle your 8 free choices. Mark an “X” on 3 alternatives, as some selections are limited. Garden Members receive 8 free seed packets Please circle up to 8 choices. Send $2 per selection. 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