{"title":"seedling qty discount","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"paw-paw-seedling","title":"Pawpaw Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Asimina triloba\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eNative to southern Ontario where it is considered a vulnerable species and the central United States, it is believed the range of these trees has shrunk with the extinction of megafauna that likely dispersed the seeds. These oddly tropical fruits have been cultivated by indigenous peoples and European colonizers alike, it is rumoured chilled pawpaw was George Washington's favourite dessert and Thomas Jefferson planted some at Monticello. Although popular among locals and with foragers, pawpaws have failed to achieve any kind of commercial success due to their poor keeping ability and oft difficult pollination.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Pawpaw produces very unique fruit that has a distinct tropical banana\/mango flavour and custard-like texture. As it oxidizes fairly quickly once cut open, it is best eaten fresh once fully ripe or made into sauces, ice cream, etc. You can bake and cook with pawpaw like you would with bananas but please take note that some people have reported extreme tummy troubles after consuming cooked pawpaws! Mouse made a no-bake pawpaw cheesecake (pictured on the left), you can find the recipe on our blog \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/silvercreeknursery.ca\/blogs\/news\/no-bake-pawpaw-cheesecake\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e! Pawpaws have a very slow growth habit and grow naturally as an under story tree, usually not reaching over 35 feet. We grow them from seed for increased hardiness compared to grafted stock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":30245554192431,"sku":"S-FS-PP-1","price":33.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 year plant","offer_id":49947551990071,"sku":"S-FS-PP-2","price":39.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/DSCI0071.JPG?v=1754592484"},{"product_id":"eastern-redbud-seedling","title":"Eastern Redbud Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCercis canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eNative to the eastern United States and parts of central Mexico, this tree may have once been native to southern Ontario but it is no longer found here naturally. It is still a fairly common sight since it has been widely planted as an ornamental tree due to its gorgeous profusion of pink flowers. The flowers and seeds have traditionally been eaten by indigenous peoples and people still enjoy them fresh or fried today, while some use the green twigs for seasoning.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis native tree grows well in any soil type, and puts on a show stopping bloom every spring producing millions of edible citrusy flowers. The pods it produces are edible too, and are best enjoyed when the young pods are sauteed or fried. The heart-shaped leaves add another level of appeal to the tree even when it is not flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":39644953182277,"sku":"S-MS-ER-1","price":13.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/honeybeeoneasternredbud.jpg?v=1754592460"},{"product_id":"kentucky-coffee-seedling","title":"Kentucky Coffeetree Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGymnocladus dioicus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eKentucky Coffeetrees are native to \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethe southernmost parts of Ontario and \u003c\/span\u003ethe midwestern United States. Despite its fairly large range, it is relatively rare today likely due to evolutionary anachronism. It is believed Kentucky Coffeetrees co-evolved with megafauna that are now extinct, so previously beneficial traits like the thick leathery pod around its seeds now hinder seed dispersal. Indigenous peoples have used the tree as a source of food by roasting the seeds and making a coffee-like drink, and the seeds have also been used as pieces in games and to make jewellery. Nowadays, the tree is planted ornamentally in urban areas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis nitrogen-fixing, Carolinian tree produces seeds that may be roasted and used as a coffee substitute, but be aware the raw seeds are toxic! This tree boasts the largest leaves of any native tree, and it's considered a threatened species. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":30245554061359,"sku":"S-MS-KC-1","price":13.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/20190817_134401_992627c7-745e-46e4-94c9-cf6385f6bd1a.jpg?v=1754592458"},{"product_id":"sea-buckthorn-seedling","title":"Sea Buckthorn Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHippophae rhamnoides\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSea buckthorn is native to parts of Europe and Asia where it has been a source of food, medicine, and fodder for centuries. These seedlings were grown by us so it will be a bit of a surprise to see what the mature plants are like!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you're looking for a dense, fruiting bush, look no further! These cold-hardy plants are grown from seed, and unlike cultivated varieties it is uncertain whether each seedling is male or female. The nodules on their roots help fix nitrogen into the soil, and the resilient plants are salt tolerant. They can withstand the juglones from walnuts and will reach up to 6 meters tall, forming virtually impermeable thickets if left to their own devices. The berries have a wide range of uses and the leaves can be enjoyed in tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":43723766563127,"sku":"S-SB-WI-1","price":9.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/IMG_20200701_200139.jpg?v=1756401944"},{"product_id":"honey-locust-tree-seedling","title":"Honey Locust Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Gleditsia triacanthos\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Honey Locust is native to the central United States where it has been used by indigenous peoples as a source of food and medicine. Its name is derived from the pulp inside the pea pods which is quite sweet and crisp. It has been commonly planted as a landscape tree in many places around the world due to its ability to survive many conditions too harsh for other trees. Unfortunately, Honey Locust's tenacious nature has caused it to become invasive in some places.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Reaching 30 meters tall, this native nitrogen fixing tree benefits many including bees, wildlife, and even humans: we can use the sweet (honey flavoured) pulp inside their pods in baking, tea or for brewing beer. Honey Locusts grow impressive thorns, 3-10 cm long which can be used for pins or nails in a pinch and the durable, rot-resistant wood has a variety of uses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":31951760261189,"sku":"S-MS-HL-1","price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/20190915_162522.jpg?v=1754592452"},{"product_id":"burr-oak-seedling","title":"Burr Oak Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eQuercus macrocarpa \u003c\/em\u003eor hybrid. Our seeds are collected from trees that may have been cross-pollinated by closely related species so the resulting seedlings may be hybrids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eBurr Oaks are native to much of the central United States with populations in Canada stretching from Alberta to New Brunswick. The tree has been planted ornamentally across North America and the durable wood has uses such as flooring and barrels. The acorns, the largest in North America, are a source of food for many animals and indigenous peoples use the bark medicinally. Numerous towns and a book of poetry are named after this tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eThe Burr Oak's acorns have slightly less tannins than other oaks, making it the preferred choice for eating. It still requires processing to remove tannins, but once done, the nuts can be toasted, and\/or made into flour and used in baking. It is one of the largest oaks in North America, making quite the specimen when full grown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":30245553537071,"sku":"S-NS-OB-1","price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"B grade","offer_id":51396137976119,"sku":"S-NS-OB-B","price":8.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/20190818_182022.jpg?v=1754592449"},{"product_id":"american-hazelnut","title":"American Hazelnut Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCorylus americana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eAmerican hazelnuts are native to eastern and central Canada and the US. The nuts are an important food source to many animals and as such the shrubs are most often cultivated for planting in native and wildlife gardens. Indigenous peoples also use the shrub for medicinal purposes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eThis thicket forming native shrub produces nutritious hazelnuts and fodder for animals. It is an excellent species to incorporate into a pasture\/grazing system.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":43734544122167,"sku":"S-NS-HA-1","price":15.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/IMG_20250219_105155_2.jpg?v=1754592382"},{"product_id":"sweet-chestnut-seedling","title":"Sweet Chestnut Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCastanea dentata \u003c\/em\u003ex\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e mollissima\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eThese seedlings are a cross between Chinese chestnuts and American chestnuts grown from seed from Grimo Nut Nursery. As a hybrid of Chinese and American chestnuts, these seedlings have blight resistance along with good cold hardiness. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis tree has incredible potential as a truly sustainable food source for humans. High in vitamins and starch, the nuts can be used to make a flour food staple, or pressed for oil to be made into bio fuel. For more inspiration and ideas in growing sweet chestnuts as a crop, we recommend the book \u003cem\u003eRestoration Agriculture: Real-World Permaculture for Farmers\u003c\/em\u003e by Mark Shepard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":47743250399543,"sku":"S-NS-CS-1","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/20190915_164431.jpg?v=1754592380"},{"product_id":"english-walnut","title":"English Walnut Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJuglans regia \u003c\/em\u003eor hybrid. Our seeds are collected from trees that may have been cross-pollinated by closely related species so the resulting seedlings may be hybrids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eEnglish Walnut (aka Persian\/Carpathian Walnuts) is native from the Balkans to the Himalayas and China. It possibly originated in Iran and over time has been spread across the world by Alexander the Great, the Romans, trade along the Silk Road, and British colonizers. In Italy, there were legends of witches gathering under an old English Walnut tree in Benevento to perform sabbats which in turn has inspired works such as the ballet \u003cem\u003eIl Noce de Benevento\u003c\/em\u003e. Still commonly grown and cultivated today, China is the main producer of commercial walnuts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough they aren't native like our other walnut trees, English Walnuts are known for being easier to open than Black Walnuts and remain popular for a reason. Our seedlings come a mother tree near Listowel ON, an extra boon when \u003c\/span\u003eOntario grown English Walnuts are said to produce sweeter nuts than those from California! The sap can be boiled to make walnut syrup, which tastes very similar to maple syrup but with notes of caramel and butterscotch. The \u003ca title=\"black walnut beer\" href=\"https:\/\/pineyriverbrewing.com\/beer\/black-walnut\/\"\u003ehusks can be used to flavour beer, like hops.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBe mindful of the juglones in the in the roots\/nut husks, they are toxic to many other species. They require a buffer of about 50'\/30m from the edge of the trees canopy for juglone-sensitive plants. This article from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegardenhoe.com\/juglone-toxicity\/\" title=\"juglone toxicity\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Garden Hoe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has a helpful list of plants that tolerate juglones. However there are recent (2019) studies showing healthy soil high in organic matter and mycorrhizal fungi actually reduce the toxicity of juglones suggesting many plants can grow below juglans species in a healthy ecosystem - it will be interesting to see more study done in this area!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":39643716583493,"sku":"S-NS-WE-1","price":15.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/IMG_20200701_195554.jpg?v=1754592378"},{"product_id":"black-walnut","title":"Black Walnut Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJuglans nigra \u003c\/em\u003eor hybrid. Our seeds are collected from trees that may have been cross-pollinated by closely related species so the resulting seedlings may be hybrids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eNative to much of the eastern and central United States and southern Ontario, Black Walnut has long been used as a source of food, dye, lovely dark wood, and as an ornamental tree. Although it is said to have a better flavour than the English walnut, the Black walnut remains less popular due to the increased difficulty of harvesting the nut meat from within the husk. Black walnut is also infamous for being allelopathic, meaning it secretes toxic chemicals (juglones) into the soil to reduce plant competition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eBlack walnut is a beautiful tree that produces nuts with a stronger flavour than that of English walnuts. The sap can be boiled to make walnut syrup, which tastes very similar to maple syrup but with notes of caramel and butterscotch. Also, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineyriverbrewing.com\/beer\/black-walnut\/\" title=\"black walnut beer\"\u003ehusks can be used in brewing beer\u003c\/a\u003e! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBe mindful of the juglones in the in the roots\/nut husks, they are toxic to many other species. They require a buffer of about 50'\/30m from the edge of the trees canopy for juglone-sensitive plants. This article from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegardenhoe.com\/juglone-toxicity\/\" title=\"juglone toxicity\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Garden Hoe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has a helpful list of plants that tolerate juglones. However there are recent (2019) studies showing healthy soil high in organic matter and mycorrhizal fungi actually reduce the toxicity of juglones suggesting many plants can grow below juglans species in a healthy ecosystem - it will be interesting to see more study done in this area! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":44033284669751,"sku":"S-NS-WB-1","price":10.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/20241012_092911.jpg?v=1754592377"},{"product_id":"butternut","title":"Butternut Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJuglans cinerea \u003c\/em\u003eor hybrid. NOTE: Butternuts are known to hybridize readily with other closely related species so there is no guarantee on whether these seedlings are pure, though the mother trees appear very true to type. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eButternut is an endangered tree native to southeastern Canada and the eastern United States where they grow naturally along sunny stream banks with rich, well-draining soil. The nuts have been used as a source of food and made into a butter-like oil by indigenous peoples. The trees have also been used for making syrup, furniture, and woodcarving. Unfortunately, Butternuts are highly endangered today due to Butternut Canker which has decimated their population within two decades. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBy planting endangered species, collectively we can help Mother Nature potentially find a naturally resistant variety of Butternut. The nuts are quite similar to other walnuts but with a milder flavour. They can survive in zone 2, but they must be planted somewhere zone 3 or warmer to produce nuts. The sap can be boiled to make walnut syrup, which tastes very similar to maple syrup but with notes of caramel and butterscotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe mindful of the juglones in the in the roots\/nut husks, they are toxic to many other species. They require a buffer of about 50'\/30m from the edge of the trees canopy for juglone-sensitive plants. This article from \u003ca title=\"juglone toxicity\" href=\"https:\/\/thegardenhoe.com\/juglone-toxicity\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Garden Hoe\u003c\/a\u003e has a helpful list of plants that tolerate juglones. However there are recent (2019) studies showing healthy soil high in organic matter and mycorrhizal fungi actually reduce the toxicity of juglones suggesting many plants can grow below juglans species in a healthy ecosystem - it will be interesting to see more study done in this area!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":45993572761911,"sku":"S-NS-BN-1","price":20.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 year plant","offer_id":50984271806775,"sku":"S-NS-BN-2","price":26.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/IMG_20200920_180121.jpg?v=1754592376"},{"product_id":"heartnut","title":"Heartnut Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJuglans ailantifolia \u003c\/em\u003evar. \u003cem\u003ecordiformis \u003c\/em\u003eor hybrid. Our seeds are collected from trees that may have been cross-pollinated by closely related species so the resulting seedlings may be hybrids. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eHeartnuts are a sport of the Japanese Walnut that have a heart-shaped shell and kernel instead of the usual elliptical shell. They have good commercial potential in the Great Lakes area where the climate is similar to that of Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eThese trees produce an abundance of tasty nuts that are sweet than other walnuts and lack the bitter aftertaste. Ideally, they will produce heart-shaped nuts but since they are seedlings they may produce the usual rounder nuts of the regular Japanese walnut. They are sensitive to spring frosts for nut production, so they are best planted in a sheltered location.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":51336159789367,"sku":"S-NS-HT-1","price":23.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 year plant","offer_id":44033315143991,"sku":"S-NS-HT-2","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/IMG_20200701_200451.jpg?v=1754592374"},{"product_id":"ultra-northern-pecan-seedling","title":"Ultra Northern Pecan Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarya illinoinensis \u003c\/em\u003eor hybrid. Our seeds are collected from trees that may have been cross-pollinated by closely related species so the resulting seedlings may be hybrids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003ePecan enthusiasts John Gordon and Gary Fernald, determined to get pecans to ripen regularly in Ontario, collected nuts and and grafting material from the earliest ripening pecan trees along the northern edge of their range in Iowa and Missouri. These were grown and tested at Grimo Nut Nursery and the best were chosen to form the Ultra Northern pecan strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Considering the amount of hard work that went into bringing these trees to Ontario, it's hard to turn down the ability to have a pecan tree in your own backyard. Like a regular pecan, the nuts can be used in a variety of ways for cooking and baking, such as the persimmon and pecan cookies Steph made (see pictures)!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":45993527247159,"sku":"S-NS-PM-1","price":26.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 year plant","offer_id":31850616324165,"sku":"S-NS-PM-2","price":33.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/IMG_20250219_105222_12.jpg?v=1754592368"},{"product_id":"white-oak-seedling","title":"English Oak Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eQuercus robur \u003c\/em\u003eor hybrid. Our seeds are collected from trees that may have been cross-pollinated by closely related species so the resulting seedlings may be hybrids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe English Oak is native to much of Europe where it is culturally significant in many countries. It appears on coats-of-arms, coins, and national emblems, and features prominently in folklore, stories, historical events, and even the legal process in Basque Country. There are numerous examples of exceptionally large and old English Oaks across Europe, such as The Majesty Oak in England with a circumference of 12.2m and the Stelmužė Oak in Lithuania which is believed to be over 1500 years old. The oaks are grown commercially for their durable wood and for ornamental purposes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe English Oak's acorns are large (2.3-3cm long) and lower in tannins than red oaks, which make them more rewarding after going through the work of cracking and leaching the tannins to use them as a flour\/food source. The wood is popular in barrel and cask making thanks to its elastic yet durable strength, and resistance to rot. Very long-lived trees, these majestic beauties can grow up to the ripe old age of 450 years old. It's also one of the few oak species that attracts and supports honey bees as a pollen source!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":31854641152069,"sku":"S-NS-OE-1","price":11.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/20250920_164010.jpg?v=1759336374"},{"product_id":"shagbark-hickory-seedling","title":"Shagbark Hickory Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarya ovata \u003c\/em\u003eor hybrid. Our seeds are collected from trees that may have been cross-pollinated by closely related species so the resulting seedlings may be hybrids. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eShagbark Hickory is native to parts of southern Ontario and much of the eastern United States. Much more common than the Shellbark Hickory, Shagbark Hickory is an important source of food for many species. Indigenous peoples also used the nuts as a food source and made the kernel milk into various dishes, along with using the wood to make bows. The strong wood is also used to make items such as tool handles and drumsticks that require extra durability. Check out this \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Hickory History and Food Forest Compatibility\" href=\"https:\/\/recipesforreciprocity.com\/hickorytrees\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eblog post\u003c\/a\u003e by one of our customers to learn more cool history about these trees. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eShagbark Hickory produces an abundant crop of small hickory nuts every year and the sap can also be boiled for a unique flavored syrup (we haven't tried this yet, but would love to hear about it if you have!). The tree gets its name from the unique peeling bark, adding extra visual appeal wherever the tree is planted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":31854648885317,"sku":"S-NS-HS-1","price":20.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/IMG_20250219_110722.jpg?v=1756401930"},{"product_id":"northern-catalpa-seedling","title":"Northern Catalpa Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCatalpa speciosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northern Catalpa is native to the midwestern US where it was cultivated starting in the 1750s due to its resistance to rotting. This made it useful as fence posts and, rather unsuccessfully, as railroad ties. This tree has since expanded far beyond its original range as a commonly planted ornamental tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eCatalpas make lovely ornamental trees, featuring large, heart-shaped leaves and twisting trunks. To further the visual appeal, they bloom annually with large, white flowers which turn into dangling bean pods. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":47657787785527,"sku":"S-MS-NC-1","price":5.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/20190818_181300.jpg?v=1754592355"},{"product_id":"american-persimmon-seedling","title":"American Persimmon Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDiospyros virginiana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eNative to the southeastern and central areas of the United States, American Persimmon has had a long history of cultivation. The word 'persimmon' is an Anglicized version of the words 'putchamin,' 'pasiminan,' or 'pessamin,' which all mean 'dried fruit' in various Algonquin dialects, reflecting the fruits' usage. It is also common in southern states to trick the unwary into eating the unripe fruit which has an incredibly astringent flavour. Other historical uses for the American Persimmon include turning the seeds into buttons during the American Civil War and using the wood to make items such as pool cues and golf clubs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis unique fruit tree produces a succulently sweet orange fruit that must be extremely ripe before you can eat it. Although it ripens in the summer, the fruit can withstand freezing and hang onto the tree until December. The fruit can be used to make a variety of sweet and savoury dishes and are also very popular among wildlife. Steph has found them great for baking into sweets such as tarts or the pecan and persimmon cookies pictured here!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePictured is a cookie made with our own American persimmons and \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"ultra northern pecan\" href=\"https:\/\/silvercreeknursery.ca\/products\/ultra-northern-pecan-seedling?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=pecan\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epecans\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":39644894199877,"sku":"S-FS-AP-1","price":19.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/americanpersimmon_jy.webp?v=1764796300"},{"product_id":"eastern-flowering-dogwood","title":"Eastern Flowering Dogwood Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCornus florida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eNative to parts of southern Canada, the eastern United States, and parts of Mexico, this shrub is now considered endangered in Ontario due to dogwood anthracnose fungus. Eastern Flowering dogwood has been used by indigenous peoples as a malaria remedy and to produce red dye, practices later adopted by European colonizers. The hard wood is good for products such as golf club heads and mallets among other things. This showy plant has quite the reputation in the US where it is the State tree and\/or flower of three states. To add to this, in 1915 forty saplings were given by the US to Japan as part of the 1912-1915 flower exchange between Tokyo and Washington DC. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis small tree is a lovely addition to any property and the small red berries are attractive to various animals, although they are poisonous to humans. 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It has been used medicinally by several indigenous peoples and early land surveyors used it to find good agricultural land due to its propensity to grow in good soil. It remains a popular ornamental plant along with its uses for spices and teas. Spicebush is also the only host plant for the spicebush swallowtail. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy We Grow It: \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you want to source your own spices locally, try this aromatic, native shrub! The leaves and berries can be used as substitutes for cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. It is attractive to butterflies and the early bloom time means it is a good source of pollen in the spring. The shrub is also quite pretty in autumn when its leaves turn a bright yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":49476640440631,"sku":"S-MS-SB-1","price":23.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 year plant","offer_id":49499241972023,"sku":"S-MS-SB-2","price":31.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/20190915_165313.jpg?v=1756401931"},{"product_id":"siberian-pea-shrub","title":"Siberian Pea Shrub Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCaragana arborescens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eAs the name implies, Siberian pea shrubs are native to Siberia but also parts of China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan. They came to the US with Eurasian immigrants who used the pods as a source of food while traveling. 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It is relatively uncommon in its native range due to its poor seed dispersal and human activity has made the tree even more rare. A wide variety of wildlife feeds on the nuts, the largest among the hickories, and there are some plantations although it is not commonly grown commercially as the nuts are quite difficult to crack. The wood, which is hard and strong yet flexible, is used to make furniture and tool handles while the inner bark has been used by indigenous peoples to make items such as baskets and snowshoes. 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The tree itself is quite attractive with unique bark that looks like it is flaking or peeling in strips once the tree matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":39647426904133,"sku":"S-NS-HK-1","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/files\/20241012_092930_1.jpg?v=1754592253"},{"product_id":"speckled-alder-seedling","title":"Speckled Alder Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecies: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlnus incana \u003c\/em\u003e(likely subsp. \u003cem\u003erugosa\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003eNative to large portions of the Northern Hemisphere including parts of North America, Europe, and Asia, this widespread tree is often divided into six subspecies. 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However, keep an eye on this tree as it tends to spread via suckering (sending up new shoots) and layering (branches rooting into the ground) and can form dense thickets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"True Root Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 year plant","offer_id":44033275986231,"sku":"S-MS-SA-1","price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 year plant","offer_id":50984367620407,"sku":"S-MS-SA-2","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 year plant","offer_id":44033276018999,"sku":"S-MS-SA-3","price":46.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/7552\/1839\/products\/forestimage_bb8ff52c-c37b-4fce-8553-7f66429c3c8c.jpg?v=1754592252"},{"product_id":"thornless-honey-locust-seedling","title":"Thornless Honey Locust Seedling Bareroot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e We take special care to grade out (remove) any of these seedlings that are showing visible thorns when we dig them in the fall. 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