Growing notes
Provide a sturdy fence, arbor, or trellis. Wild grape can grow vigorously and may overwhelm small plants if it is not pruned or directed.

Seeds
Vitis spp.
Wild grape is a vigorous woody vine valued for wildlife habitat, screening, and naturalized plantings. Grapevines provide cover and seasonal fruit for birds and mammals. This seed lot is identified only to the genus Vitis; the exact species is not guaranteed. Seed-grown vines vary and should not be assumed to match a named cultivar or known fruit quality. š 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 habitatāone planting at a time. No code needed. Your free seeds will automatically be included with your order.
Small-batch seed lots are gathered, cleaned, processed, and packed by Josh at Base Camp North with help from a few friends in Pennsylvania.
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Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Adaptable; prefers well-drained soil with regular moisture
Bloom or harvest season
Late spring to early summer
Mature height
Climbing vine, often 20 ft or more
Spacing
Requires substantial space and support
Native range
North American wild Vitis; exact species not determined
Wildlife value
Fruit and dense vines provide food and cover for birds and mammals
Pollinator value
Small flowers are visited by insects
Host plant information
Not Known
Provide a sturdy fence, arbor, or trellis. Wild grape can grow vigorously and may overwhelm small plants if it is not pruned or directed.
Wild grape seeds commonly benefit from cleaning followed by cold, moist stratification. Sow in a moist, well-drained medium and protect from rodents. Germination can be slow and uneven. Exact species, fruit quality, and germination timing are not guaranteed.
Seasonal seed item. Exact Vitis species is not guaranteed.

Plants
Sambucus canadensis (also recognized as Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis)
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Grow one of North Americaās most productive and wildlife-friendly native shrubs. American Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) is a fast-growing native shrub valued for its large clusters of fragrant white flowers and abundant dark purple berries. It is an excellent choice for wildlife habitat, pollinator gardens, food forests, rain gardens, edible landscapes, and natural privacy screens. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. The ripe berries are used in cooked recipes such as syrups, jams, jellies, pies, and wines. This listing is for one healthy, live American Elderberry plant grown by Base Camp North. Perfect for: Wildlife habitat Pollinator gardens Food forests Rain gardens Native landscaping Edible hedgerows Homesteads Privacy screens Important: Elderberry fruit should be fully ripe and cooked before consumption. Leaves, stems, roots, and unripe berries should not be eaten. š 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 habitatāone planting at a time. No code needed. Your free seeds will automatically be included with your order.
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One Plant 12-24 inch Tall

Seeds
Asclepias syriaca
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Grow Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca), a native perennial wildflower and an important host plant for monarch butterfly caterpillars. Common Milkweed produces clusters of fragrant pink to mauve flowers that attract a variety of pollinators. Established plants spread through underground rhizomes and can develop into colonies, making the species particularly useful for larger native gardens, meadow plantings, pollinator habitat, and wildlife areas. Milkweed is an important component of monarch habitat because monarch caterpillars feed on milkweed plants. Seed Details: - Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) - 2026 harvest - Cleaned and processed by Base Camp North - Untreated seeds - Seed-grown plants may naturally vary - Sold for propagation Growing Information: Common Milkweed seed generally benefits from cold, moist stratification before spring planting. Seeds can also be fall-sown outdoors where natural winter conditions provide stratification. Common Milkweed can spread once established and should be planted where its colony-forming growth habit is appropriate. No specific germination percentage is guaranteed. Seeds are sold for propagation and are not intended for consumption. š 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 habitatāone planting at a time. No code needed. Your free seeds will automatically be included with your order.
Gathered, processed, and packed by Base Camp North.
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Plants
Castanea mollissima
$15
Grow your own large, sweet chestnuts with these healthy Korean XL Chestnut seedlings from Base Camp North. Each tree is grown from quality seed in deep Anderson propagation trays, producing a strong, straight root system that establishes quickly after planting. These vigorous seedlings are an excellent choice for homesteads, orchards, wildlife food plots, food forests, and long-term landscape plantings. Korean XL Chestnuts are known for producing large edible nuts enjoyed by people and wildlife alike. Mature trees provide seasonal shade, valuable wildlife habitat, and dependable annual nut production. Whether you're planting a single tree or starting a chestnut orchard, these container-grown seedlings are ready to thrive. Features Large Korean XL edible chestnut variety Healthy container-grown seedlings Grown in deep Anderson propagation trays Strong, straight root development Large edible chestnuts Excellent wildlife food source Fast-growing shade tree Cold hardy Easy to transplant Ideal for orchards, food forests, and homesteads Perfect For Homesteads Wildlife food plots Deer and turkey habitat Food forests Nut orchards Shade trees Reforestation projects š 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 habitatāone planting at a time. No code needed. Your free seeds will automatically be included with your order.
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