Bee Tree

Bee Tree Seeds

Attract a flurry of buzzing activity to your garden with our premium Bee Tree seeds (*Tetradium daniellii*)!

This remarkable deciduous tree, also known as the Korean Evodia, is a favorite among beekeepers and gardeners alike due to its profusion of fragrant, white flowers that bloom in late summer, providing a vital nectar source when other blooms are scarce.

Imagine your garden alive with the gentle hum of bees drawn to the masses of delicate blossoms. Beyond its ecological benefits, the Bee Tree boasts attractive, glossy green, ash-like foliage and develops a pleasing, rounded crown, making it a beautiful addition to any landscape. Its late-season interest and wildlife appeal make it a truly special tree to grow.

Key Features of the Bee Tree

• Exceptional Bee Magnet: Abundant, fragrant white flowers are a crucial late-season nectar source for honeybees and other pollinators.
• Late Summer Bloom: Provides valuable floral resources when many other trees have finished flowering.
• Attractive Foliage: Glossy dark green, pinnately compound leaves offer a lush appearance throughout the growing season.
• Graceful Shape: Develops a pleasing, spreading, umbrella-like crown, providing shade and visual appeal.
• Wildlife Friendly: The seeds that follow the flowers are a food source for birds.

Growing Your Bee Tree from Seed

To encourage germination, soak your Bee Tree seeds in water for 12-24 hours before sowing. Sow the seeds about 0.5 cm deep in well-draining soil in a sunny to partially shaded location. Keep the soil consistently moist and maintain a warm temperature (around 20°C).

While not always required, some growers recommend a 1–2-month period of cold stratification (moist chilling in a refrigerator) to potentially improve germination rates. Be patient, as germination can take anywhere from one to three months.