2008 WHOLESALE SEED PRICE LIST

 

Dear Seed Customer:

This is our seed price list for the 2007-2008 season. Our seeds are collected from hardy strands in Northwestern Montana, Northern Idaho, Southern British Columbia and Eastern Washington. We collect seed during their prime from quality strands during moderate and heavy crops . . . all seed sources are identified to National Forest or Provincial Park.

Our seeds are professionally cleaned and stored until shipment. They are warranted to be true to species within accepted tolerances. We guarantee all seed to be correctly labeled and to be in good condition when shipped. All seed is from this year's crop unless otherwise specified.

We test moisture content of all seed lots before they are shipped. This is done for our benefit as well as our customer's benefit. Optimum viability of seeds is best maintained with proper moisture content of the seeds. Germination tests are conducted by State and University laboratories.

Whenever possible, please place orders for our native shrub seed by the first of July. This enables us to make plans for collection and helps to assure delivery. All seeds listed are available in ounce lots in addition to the standard pound weights. Price per ounce is one-tenth the pound price. Terms are payment in advance or C.O.D. unless other arrangements are made. Prices are F.O.B. Moyie Springs, Idaho. Although we do not expect to make price changes during the year, we do reserve the right to make changes without notice.

Thank you very much,

David Ronniger, Seedman • Native Seed Foundation


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Acer glabrum   (Rocky Mountain Maple)

A multiple-stemmed dwarf maple. Commonly grows 8' to 10'. Found on mountain slopes, along streams and in cool gullies and canyons. Red stems support three to five-lobed leaves, which turn tellow-orange in fall. Wildlife shelter and browse.

Dewinged    $ 25.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 22.00/lb.


 

Amelanchier alnifolia    (Serviceberry)

Widely distributed, hardy shrub, 3' to 15'. It's deep green oval leaves are borne on long slender stems. Showy, fragrant white flowers precede leafing. Produces sweet, edible berries that make it an excellent shrub for wildlife.

$ 95.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 90.00/lb.


 

 

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi   (Kinnikinnik)

A trailing, prosarate evergreen shrub. Pale, pink flowers are framed by small, shiny, leathery leaves. The red berries persist through the winter, providing food for many birds, including grouse and wild turkey. Prefers gravelly or sandy loams in partial shade.

$ 70.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 60.00/lb.


 

Balsamorhiza sagittata    (Balsam Root)

Many velvety gray-green and arrow-shaped leaves from a stout tap root. Flowers on stalks similar to a small sunflower. Blooms in April and May on sunny slopes. Both wild and game and domestic animals like to feed on them. Survives well under heavy grazing.

$ 27.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 22.00/lb.


Calamagrostis rubescens   (Pine Grass)

Widespread perennial grass from the Northern Rockies. Excellent for mid-elevations, forms medium bunches, spreading from creeping rhizomes. 3-4 ft. tall seed heads flower infrequently, hence it's common name "Seven year grass".

$ 240.00/lb.


 

Ceanothus sanguineus   (Red Stem Ceanothus)

Deciduous ornamental shrub, snowy white blossoms are followed by clusters of seed pods. 3' to 10'. Many uses in conservation plantings. Principle browse for Rocky Mountain elk.

$ 80.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 75.00/lb.


Ceanothus velutinus   (Buck Brush)

Evergreen shrub, 3' to 6' tall and may spread to 20' wide. Leathery, glossy, egg-shaped leaves. Small white flowers in dense clusters. Many ornamental and conservation uses.Roots fix nitrogen. Valuable browse species for big game and birds.

$ 80.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 75.00/lb.


 

Cornus canadensis  (Bunchberry Dogwood)

A low trailing ground cover, 3" to 8". Cream colored July blossoms surrounded by white or pinkish bracts accent whirled leaves at top of stems. Coral red fruit clusters follow in September. Suited for moist, shady areas. Berries used by grouse or other forest birds.

$ 260.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 250.00/lb.


Cornus stolonifera  (Red Osier Dogwood)

Thicket-forming shrub or small tree, to 16'. Valuable wildlife species for its berries and as browse for elk and deer. This popular ornamental's bright red bark lends a splash of color to winter landscapes. Grows best on wet sites. Good for stream bank restoration.

$ 30.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 27.00/lb.


 

Crataegus colombiana   (Scarlet Hawthorn)

Deciduous shrub or small tree with widely forking branches with thorns, showy clusters of white fragrant blossoms turning to scarlet berries. Referred to as "thorn apples" by early settlers and Indians. Excellent bird habitat.

$ 39.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 29.00/lb.


Crataegus douglasii  (Douglas Hawthorn)

Large shrub or tree under favorable conditions. thorny and branching. Showy white fragrant blossoms turning to blackberries also known as thorn apples. Makes excellent jelly with a natural pectin, fine bird and bear habitat. Great for shelter belts, erosion control and stabilizes stream banks.

$ 33.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 25.00/lb.


 

Holodiscus discolor   (Ocean Spray)

This ornamental shrub is straight, multi-stemmed and gets its common name from it's creamy foam of flowers in early summer. Can get up to 8 ft. in height and likes sun or partial shade.

$ 40.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 35.00/lb.


Juniperus communis  (Common Juniper)

This low growing shrub gets b/t 1-3 ft. and often forms attractive clumps. Needles of light green and ripened blue berries appeal not only to wildlife, but to anyone in eyesight. A proven ornamental for its appearance and hardiness.

$ 85.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 80.00/lb.


 

Juniperus horizontalis  (Creeping Juniper)

This low spreading juniper is excellent ground cover for small wildlife. Ranging green to silver, the winter sun often turns the foliage a purple color. Dark blue berries and a silvery bloom form on short stalks. Very versatile, often found on dry rocky sites.

$ 85.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 80.00/lb.


Juniperus scopulorum   (Rocky Mountain Juniper)

This tree-like evergreen grows 15' to 20'. Attractive blue green needles. Hardy and very drought tolerant, it makes an excellent windbreak or privacy screen. Excellent wildlife berries, habitat and shelter..

$ 60.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 45.00/lb.


 

Lupines sericeus  (Silky Lupine)

Light to dark blue pea-like blossoms cover a 1' flowering stalk. The silvery green leaves radiate out from a central point. Thrives in dry to moist soils. Blooms spring to early summer.

$ 85.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 75.00/lb.


Mahonia aquifolium  (High Bush Oregon Grape)

Attractive evergreen shrub that can reach 5' high. Holly-like foliage. Bright yellow flowers bloom in spring, yielding large grape-like clusters of fruit. Valuable browse for songbirds and big game. Excellent ornamental.

$ 65.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 60.00/lb.


 

Mahonia repens  (Creeping Oregon Grape)

Attractive evergreen ground cover or small shrub. Lustrous green, holly-like foliage turns beautiful shades of red or purple in late summer. Dense clusters of bright yellow flowers bloom in spring, yielding small, purple, grape-like fruit by autumn. Grows well in sun or partial shade.

$ 80.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 75.00/lb.


Mahonia nervosa  (Coastal Oregon Grape)

2 - 3 ft. high, fern-like growth habit. Evergreen holly-like leaves and small, bright yellow flowers in clusters followed by tart blue "grapes". Prefers forest shade, lower elevations, coastal climates.

$ 135.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 125.00/lb.


 

Philaddelphus lewisii   (Western Syrin)

Idaho state flower. A graceful shrub, growing 6' to 12' tall. Covered with delightful, fragrant white flowers in early summer. A drought resistant species, it is often found growing on rock slides and cliffs. Also found along water courses. The seeds are eaten by birds, chipmunks and is sometimes heavily browsed by deer

$ 24.00/ounce


 

Populus tremuloides  (Quaking Aspen)

The small, dark green, heart-shaped leaves of this hardy tree tremble in the slightest breeze and turn brilliant yellow in the fall. It's bark is smooth, greenish-gray to white. Reaches 40' in height. Tolerates wide variety of soil conditions and is an important wildlife species.

$ 125.00/ounce


 

 

Prunus virginiana  (Chokecherry)

This tall shrub or small tree is fast growing, hardy and drought tolerant. It produces showy clusters of white flowers in spring, shiny dark green leaves throughout the summer and reddish-black fruits by autumn. It's edible fruits are prized for making tart jellies and wine. Excellent wildlife species.

$ 10.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 9.00/lb.


 

Prunus virginiana "schubertii   (Canadian Red Flame)

Similar to Prunus virginiana. Leaves emerge green, turning maroon when mature. Colorful ornamental and edible fruit.

$ 42.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 30.00/lb


 

 

Rhus glabra  (Smooth Sumac)

Fast growing, spreading, deciduous shrub, 3' to 5'. Very colorful autumn foliage. Spikes of bright red seeds at the tips of branches attract birds. A valued ornamental for foundations or background plantings. Extremely drought tolerant and hardy. Tolerates most soil conditions. Prefers full sun.

$ 25.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 20.00/lb


 

Ribes aureum  (Golden Currant)

Attractive ornamental shrub, 3' to 10'. Spicy yellow flowers bloom in early spring and offer an excellent native substitute for Forsythia in a landscape design. Ripe, tangy-sweet fruits are yellow, orange and red. Thornless and drought tolerant, it is a good wildlife browse and excellent soil stabilizer.

$ 75.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 70.00/lb.


 

 

Ribes cereum  (Waxy Currant)

Low to medium, intricately branched shrub. Leaves are maple-like and waxy. Red to orange berries are valuable to birds. Suited for foundation plantings, beds and borders. Prefers moist soils in full sun or partial shade.

$ 90.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 85.00/lb.


 

Rosa nutkana  (Nootka Rose)

Similar to Woods Rose but grows on wetter and higher sites. One to three rose-ink flowers in a cluster on very short lateral branches. Large, bright, red-orange hips. Provides wildlife food, shelter and browse.

$ 50.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 45.00/lb.


 

Rosa woodsii (Woods Rose)

Fast growing, drought tolerant shrub to 4'. Attractive, rose-pink flowers bloom mainly in June. Bright red hips persist through the winter, providing food for game and non-game birds. Excellent for many uses: hedge, ornamental, wildlife habitat, soil stabilization.

$ 28.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $24.00/lb.


Sambucus cerulea   (Blue Elderberry)

Many-stemmed shrub, 6' 12'. Bright green leaves. Small, white clustered flowers bloom July-August. Clustered blue to black berries ripen in October. One of the best species for attracting a variety of wildlife. Tolerant of wet sites and partial shade. Excellent for re-vegetation and erosion control.

$ 40.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 35.00/lb.


 

Sambucus racemosa var.melanocarpa  (Black Elderberry)

Medium height, moist site shrub. Purple-black berries in clusters, stronger tasting than blue elderberries. Berries, stems and leaves important for wildlife. Found in higher elevations.

$ 34.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 27.00/lb.


Shepherdia argentea   (Silver Buffaloberry)

Cold, hardy, drought tolerant, deciduous shrub, to 6'. Small, leathery leaves and muted gray branches are covered with dense, silvery scales. Fragrant yellow flowers bloom in spring and produce abundant small, bright red berries. Excellent for jams and utilized by numerous wildlife species.

$ 75.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 70.00/lb.


 

Shepherdia canadensis   (Russet Buffaloberry)

Medium deciduous shrub, 3' to 12'. Rusty dots on rich, blue-green leaves gives foliage unique sheen. Fragrant, creamy yellow flowers and later, orange-red edible berries are valuable for grouse and songbirds.

$ 75.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 70.00/lb.


 

Sorbus scopulina  (Dwarf Mountain Ash)

Attractive ornamental species, 6' to 12'. Deep green compound leaves in summer, brilliant orange-red in fall. Clusters of small orange berries attract many bird species.

$ 150.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 130.00/lb.


 

Symphoricarpos albus   (Snowberry)

Fast growing, rapid spreading deciduous shrub, 2' to 4'. Pinkish-white bell-shaped flowers produce conspicuous, large white berries which persist through the winter. Widely adaptable.

$ 60.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 55.00/lb.


Vaccinium membranaceum   (Big Huckleberry)

Famous for it's edible blue-black berries, this plant grows from 6" to 28". It provides excellent cover for smaller animals and birds. Grows best in partial shade and makes good fall/winter forage for deer.

$ 60.00/ounce


 

Xerophyllum tenax   (Bear Grass)

The tough, grass-like leaves grow in dense tufts at the base and extend up the stalks, which stand 3' to 5' high with very conspicuous blooms of creamy white flowers that stand like a host of white banners upon a hillside.

$ 55.00/lb.  10+ pounds: $ 50.00/lb.