Monkey Puzzle Seeds
Araucaria araucana
£9.95 – £95.90
Araucaria araucana, commonly known as the Monkey Puzzle Tree, is an extraordinary and unique addition to any garden. Its seeds offer the exciting opportunity to cultivate this iconic tree, famous for its distinctive, spirally arranged leaves and ancient lineage. Originating from Chile and Argentina, it has become a prized ornamental tree worldwide.
- ✓ Grow your own Monkey Puzzle tree from seed and enjoy the unique architectural foliage of this ancient species, a stunning addition to any garden
- ✓ These hardy Monkey Puzzle seeds have been ethically sourced and carefully selected to ensure the best possible rates of successful germination
- ✓ Supplied with detailed sowing and aftercare instructions, these Araucaria araucana seeds make an ideal gift for any keen gardener or plant enthusiast
- ✓ With a little patience and the right conditions, these seeds will reward you with a beautiful, low maintenance Monkey Puzzle tree for generations
- ✓ Quality UK seed stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
The Monkey Puzzle Tree is a living fossil, with a history stretching back to the time of the dinosaurs. Its striking, architectural form, with sharp, leathery leaves, makes it a focal point in any landscape. The seeds of Araucaria araucana give gardeners a chance to grow this remarkable tree, known for its longevity and resilience.
When mature, the Monkey Puzzle Tree can reach impressive heights, making it a majestic presence in larger gardens or parks. Its evergreen nature ensures year-round interest, and its unusual appearance is always a conversation starter. Despite its exotic origins, it adapts well to various climates, preferring well-drained soil and a sunny location.
Planting Monkey Puzzle seeds is more than just gardening; it’s an act of preserving a species that has been on Earth for millions of years. By growing Araucaria araucana, you’re contributing to biodiversity and adding a living piece of history to your garden.
The seeds are easy to cultivate, requiring basic care and patience as they grow into these magnificent trees. Embrace the challenge and reward of growing a Monkey Puzzle Tree from seed, and watch as this prehistoric wonder becomes a treasured part of your garden’s story.
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-20°C and below (H7)
When MatureWatering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
Unique Foliage
Araucaria araucana seeds do not require stratification and can be sown directly. For best results, sow the seeds in well-draining soil and maintain a consistent moisture level. They prefer a sunny location with some partial shade. Germination can take several weeks at about 15C, so patience is key. Once sprouted, the seedlings should be carefully nurtured, ensuring they are not overwatered and are protected from extreme weather conditions.
For best results germinate in Spring when the weather starts to warm up.
Scarification
None required
Germinate
Expect about 80% germinancy
Difficulty Level
Easy
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
| Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £0.95 (Flat) | |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | This item |
| Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | This item |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (ParcelForce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
| Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £4.49 (Flat) | |
| Medium Items - Standard Courier (ParcelForce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
| Large Items (Heavy or +1.4m) - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
| Large Items (Heavy or +1.4m) - Standard Courier (ParcelForce) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
| Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.
We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.
Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010
You can view our Plant Healthy report here.
We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.
Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.
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