Xanthoceras sorbifolium "Shaanxi" (seed)

Yellowhorn or Chinese Blossom Chestnut - another great Chinese plant!

Originally, these genetics were collected in the Shaanxi area of northern China, near the Mongolian border.

It is characterized by a special resilience and larger fruits and has very pretty, lush flowers. The nuts, with their macadamia-like aroma, are an excellent addition to everyones Food Forest or orchard.

The plants are self-fertile, but the yield should be increased by several plants.

The nuts are used in a similar way to hazelnuts, for example fresh, dried or roasted and ground.

You can also find literature that mentions the use of leaves and flowers.

In contrast to the hazelnut, Xanthoceras sorbifolium "Shaanxi" also bears fruit well on lean sites with low nutrient supply.

This is a type of fruit.

The germination rate, tested by us, is 85 percent.

Xanthoceras sorbifolium "Shaanxi" (seed)

Name: Xanthoceras sorbifolium "Shaanxi" (seed)
SKU: 70010001

SKU: 70010001

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Place the seeds in 45 degrees Celsius (113 °F) water, allow to cool to room temperature and soak for 3 days.

Then place the seeds in a germination bag with sand or sphagnum moss in a place that is around 20 to 25 degrees Celsius (68-77 °F).

Check the bag daily and don't keep it too wet.Traditionally in Asia, a basket with grass cuttings was used for pre-germination and the seeds were checked and turned daily until they cracked open.

As soon as the seeds crack open in the germination bag, they can be transplanted into their final germination container such as pots or trays with well-drained seed compost.

Sowing outdoors over the winter is also possible. Germination then takes place from April to May.

Be sure to protect against being eaten by mice etc.; otherwise the nuts will be gone very quickly!
Storage:If you don't want to or can't sow your seeds directly, you have to pay attention to a few things so that your seeds remain germinable for a long time. You should store it as optimally as possible. Seeds should be stored dry, airtight and dark packed in a cool place with stable temperature. You can store our seed bags in screw-top jars, for example. For longer storage, you can add a bag of silica gel, which removes moisture from the air. It is also important to check the seeds regularly.

Because seeds are living organisms, they do not have an indefinite lifespan. However, we can't give you an expiration date either, as so many factors are critical to seed germination. However, optimal storage ensures that you will enjoy your seed for a long time - if you did not sow it all at once ;)

Germination rates:In the product descriptions you will find the germination rates, which represent an average between the laboratory result and outdoor germination. However, the specified germination rate does not guarantee the germination rate in your home, but only serves as an indication of the desirable emergence rate of the seed.

lot number:The lot number with the filling date is printed on the seed packet, which we are legally obliged to do. If you have any questions about our seeds, please always include the corresponding batch number (e.g. 1_kc1_2023).

If you have any further questions, please have a look at our FAQ or the General Terms and Conditions.
Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that our seeds will germinate. We lead though ongoing quality controls. We take care of the optimal storage of the seed and test the germination capacity, but we have no influence on the conditions during storage, germination and cultivation of the seed at home.

Before buying our seeds, please inform yourself about the regulations, laws and import regulations in your country.

Our seeds are only intended for growing plants.

Xanthoceras sorbifolium "Shaanxi" (seed)

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