Seeds
Rhus aromatica
Fragrant Sumac (Rhus aromatica) is a tough, low-growing native shrub valued for wildlife habitat, attractive foliage, and excellent fall color. Its three-part leaves resemble poison ivy at first glance, but Fragrant Sumac is a completely different plant. Small yellow flowers appear in spring, followed by clusters of fuzzy red fruit that can persist and provide food for birds and other wildlife. The foliage develops beautiful shades of red, orange, and burgundy in fall. Fragrant Sumac is especially useful for naturalized plantings, wildlife gardens, slopes, woodland edges, and areas where a durable native shrub is needed. Each pack contains 25 seeds. Seeds collected and packed by Base Camp North.
Small-batch seed lots are gathered, cleaned, processed, and packed by Josh at Base Camp North with help from a few friends in Pennsylvania.
Pack of 100
SKU BCN-FRASUM-2026-100
$12.99
13 available
Pack of 25
SKU BCN-FRASUM-2026-25
$5.99
52 available
SKU BCN-FRASUM-2026-100 · 13 available
$12.99
13 in stock
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Hardiness
Zone 3
Sun
Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil
Adaptable
Bloom or harvest season
Spring
Mature height
3-6 ft
Spacing
3-6 ft
Native range
Eastern North America
Wildlife value
High
Pollinator value
Moderate
Fragrant Sumac is a hardy native shrub tolerant of a wide range of conditions, including dry and relatively poor soils. Plants can spread by suckering and gradually form colonies, making them useful for naturalized areas, erosion control, wildlife habitat, and mass plantings. Established plants are drought tolerant.
Fragrant Sumac seeds benefit from scarification followed by cold, moist stratification. Scarification: Carefully nick or lightly abrade the hard seed coat without damaging the embryo. Another commonly used method is hot-water scarification. Cold stratification: After scarification, place seeds in a slightly moist medium and refrigerate for approximately 30–60 days. After treatment, sow approximately 1/4 inch deep in a moist, well-drained growing medium. Keep warm and consistently moist during germination. Germination of native woody plants can be irregular, so some seeds may take longer than others.
Seeds
Viburnum trilobum
$5
American Cranberrybush is a hardy native shrub known for its showy spring flowers, bright red fall berries, and outstanding wildlife value. This adaptable species grows throughout the northern United States and Canada and performs well in Pennsylvania and the broader Northeast. In late spring, clusters of white lace-cap flowers attract pollinators and beneficial insects. By late summer and fall, the plant produces abundant red berries that persist into winter and provide an important food source for birds and wildlife. American Cranberrybush is well suited for wildlife hedgerows, natural screens, habitat plantings, and restoration projects. Its dense branching structure offers excellent cover for birds, while its seasonal flowers, fruit, and fall foliage provide multi-season interest in the landscape. Once established, this shrub tolerates a wide range of soils and moisture conditions and can grow in full sun to partial shade. Seed Pack Options: 25 Seeds 100 Seeds Plant Characteristics: Botanical Name: Viburnum trilobum Plant Type: Deciduous native shrub Mature Height: 8 feet Sun: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Adaptable; prefers moist, well-drained soils Wildlife Value: High berries support birds and small mammals Planting Notes: American Cranberrybush seeds typically benefit from warm and cold stratification to break dormancy. Seeds may be sown outdoors in fall or winter to allow natural stratification, or prepared using a refrigerator stratification method before spring planting. Uneven or delayed germination is common for native woody plants and may occur over multiple growing seasons.
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Plants
Catalpa speciosa
$12
Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa) – 18" Starter Tree A fast-growing native tree known for its enormous heart-shaped leaves, showy clusters of white flowers, and distinctive long seed pods. Northern Catalpa can develop into a substantial shade tree and is a great choice for larger yards, farms, wildlife plantings, and naturalized areas. Its spring flowers attract pollinators, and Catalpa is the host plant for the catalpa sphinx moth—the caterpillar commonly known as the catalpa worm. These are approximately 18-inch starter trees grown in trade pots by Base Camp North. Because these are live plants, size and appearance will naturally vary from tree to tree.
36 available
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Seeds
Gleditsia triacanthos
$5.99
Honey Locust seeds are ideal for cultivating fast-growing trees that thrive in various climates. These trees are highly valued for attracting wildlife, serving as a reliable food source for deer and other animals. Perfect for permaculture systems, they contribute to sustainable ecosystems and biodiversity. 🎁 FREE MILKWEED SEEDS WITH EVERY ORDER! Every Base Camp North order includes a FREE packet of 25 Common Milkweed Seeds (Asclepias syriaca). Help support monarch butterflies, pollinators, and native wildlife habitat—one planting at a time. No code needed. Your free seeds will automatically be included with your order.
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