This is a "Multiple Variation" style listing. Use the "Seed Qty" drop-down menu, above, to select quantity/weight. Choose from: 10 Seeds for $2.00 30 Seeds for $4.00 60 Seeds for $6.00 120 Seeds for $10.00 240 Seeds for $18.00 480 Seeds for $34.00 This item ships free when paid together with any other purchase. U.S. addresses only. Banana Shrub, Michelia Figo (Magnolia figo), Shrub Seeds Showy Fragrant Flowers Banana Shrub is an evergreen woody shrub that is densely branched with multiple stems. It grows in a rounded open form reaching 15 feet in height and almost as wide. It is called Banana Shrub because of the distinctive, sweet banana scent of its flowers. These are formed within interesting fuzzy brown bracts that form a 1 inch, cigar-shaped bud, opening to small fragrant, creamy-yellow flowers from late spring through summer. The blossoms are about 1.5 inches across with each of six waxy petals delicately outlined in dark red. Leaves are narrow, oblong, glossy green and 3 to 5 inches long. Banana Shrub is a beautiful and interesting large plant that is especially useful in shade gardens where it can serve as a background and windshield for smaller woodland plants. The fragrant banana scented flowers are fascinating in form and fragrance. Use near the front of borders, so fragrance can be enjoyed. When grown as an understory plant under the canopy of taller trees the open branching structure provides excellent perches for songbirds. WARNING: Despite the reference to "banana" in the common name, no part of this plant is edible. Only sniff, DO NOT EAT. Other Names: Magnolia figo, Magnolia fuscata, Port Wine Magnolia Zone: 8 to 10 (Possibly 7) Growth Rate: Slow Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub Family: Magnoliaceae Native Range: China Height: 6 to 15 feet Spread: 6 to 15 feet Shape: Dense, upright oval to rounded habit. Bloom Time: Late Spring to Summer Bloom Color: Creamy-yellow Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade Fall Color: None Drought Tolerance: Moderate Water: Average to Moist Maintenance: Low Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Well-drained, acidic, sandy soil enriched with organic matter. Culture: Assumes a looser more open form when grown in shade. Plants grown in full sun tend to be more compact with denser foliage that is lighter and more yellow green. May be pruned after blooming, but is most impressive when allowed to grow to natural size and shape. Uses: Banana Shrub can be used as a hedge or can be incorporated into a mixed shrub border or used as a free standing specimen. Sowing Michelia Figo Seeds: For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided. Scarify: Soak in warm water for 24 hours Stratify: Cold 0-40 days, 40 Degrees F in a Moist Medium (Not Wet). Germination: Sow 1/4” Deep, Soil temperature: 55-60F, Keep Moist, (Not wet).For more information about seed pretreatment and growing trees and shrubs from seed, please download this .pdf: https://www.forestresearch.gov.uk/documents/1449/fcpg018.pdf Germination: Seeds Packets are labeled with seed name and sowing details. Seeds have not been pretreated unless specified in the listing. Seed is not a specific Cultivar (Variety) unless specified in the listing. Due to the many factors involved in successful germination, Seller cannot be responsible for buyers growing methods or mistakes. I have provided what I believe to be a good overview on this page (which you are free to print for further reference), however, it is still recommended to check specialist literature for more details and practices specific to your climate and soil conditions to avoid mistakes in the germination and growing process. Shipping and Discounts: All items are set up to automatically discount as follows: Any promotional offers are discounted by using the "Add to Cart "only.To qualify for any discounts, items must be paid together, on the same eCRATER invoice.If paid separately, no discounts will be applied though seller reserves the right to ship together.If there are any questions or concerns about the amount due, please message me before paying so I can address all of your concerns before there is a problem. Buyer assumes responsibility once payment has been made. International Buyer’s: It is the buyer’s responsibility to know their countries customs laws. Plant and plant materials including seeds may be restricted from importing to your country. Please check with your customs agency and or post office before purchasing. Upon purchasing this item Buyer accepts the risk of item being confiscated and/or destroyed by customs and Seller will not be held liable for this. If you are on my exclusion list it is because: “Plant and plant materials including seeds” are restricted from importing to your country, it is enforced by your country and there is a high rate of customs checking for this.