{"product_id":"mayten-weeping-green-shower-tree-seeds-maytenus-boaria-rare-weeping-ornamental-tree-willow-like-evergreen","title":"Mayten “Weeping Green Shower” Tree Seeds (Maytenus boaria) Rare Weeping Ornamental Tree | Willow-Like Evergreen","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"180\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"62\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eMayten “Weeping Green Shower” Tree Seeds (Maytenus boaria)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"180\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMaytenus boaria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eMayten Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMaytenus\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a rare evergreen ornamental tree admired for its elegant weeping form and delicate willow-like foliage. Native to South America, this graceful species is highly valued in warm-climate landscapes for its pendulous branches, airy texture, and year-round evergreen beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"867\" data-start=\"542\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMayten Tree is often considered an excellent alternative to the traditional Weeping Willow in regions where willows struggle with drought or excessive heat. Its long cascading branches are covered in fine, glossy green leaves that shimmer and sway gracefully in the wind, creating a soft, flowing appearance in the landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1128\" data-start=\"869\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUnlike true willows, this species is notably drought tolerant once established and is generally resistant to most pests and diseases. It also requires significantly less water than willow species, making it well suited for Mediterranean and low-water gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1404\" data-start=\"1130\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAt maturity, the tree typically develops a rounded canopy reaching approximately 20–30 feet tall and wide, though growth rate and size can vary depending on climate and irrigation. Its naturally graceful branching habit also makes it highly desirable for bonsai cultivation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1612\" data-start=\"1406\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis species grows best in full sun to partial shade with moist but well-drained soil. Young plants benefit from protection from strong cold winds, and root disturbance should be minimized once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1645\" data-start=\"1614\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Care Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1881\" data-start=\"1647\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLight: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1682\" data-start=\"1679\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSoil: Moderately fertile, moist, well-draining soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1736\" data-start=\"1733\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWater: Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1789\" data-start=\"1786\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGrowth: Evergreen weeping ornamental tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1833\" data-start=\"1830\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eClimate: Warm temperate to subtropical regions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1975\" data-start=\"1883\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis species may produce root suckers over time, especially in favorable growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2001\" data-start=\"1977\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e🌿 Why Grow Mayten Tree?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2330\" data-start=\"2003\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Elegant weeping willow-like appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2046\" data-start=\"2043\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Evergreen year-round ornamental foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2090\" data-start=\"2087\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Lower water needs than true willows\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2130\" data-start=\"2127\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Graceful pendulous branching habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2169\" data-start=\"2166\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Excellent landscape focal point tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2210\" data-start=\"2207\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Naturally pest and disease resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2251\" data-start=\"2248\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Suitable for bonsai cultivation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2287\" data-start=\"2284\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e• Rare and highly ornamental tree species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2363\" data-start=\"2332\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2363\" data-start=\"2332\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 8b–11\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMayten Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e1) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for 24 hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e2) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eFor best results, cold stratify for 60 days by placing seeds in a zip lock bag filled with moist vermiculite, and place inside of the fridge for 60 days. Periodically check to ensure they stay slightly moist, but never overly wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e3) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003ePlant only 1\/16\" of an inch deep in well mixed and draining potting soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e4) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eUse a heated propagator to keep the soil appx. 80 degrees F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003e5) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eExpect germination in 2-3 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\"Please Contact us First if you Need Anything\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eGerminación de Mayten:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e1) Remoje las semillas en agua tibia durante 24 horas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e2) Para obtener mejores resultados, estratifique en frío durante 60 días colocando las semillas en una bolsa con cierre hermético llena de vermiculita húmeda y colóquela dentro del refrigerador durante 60 días. Controle periódicamente para asegurarse de que permanezcan ligeramente húmedas, pero nunca demasiado mojadas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e3) Plante a solo 1\/16\" de profundidad en tierra para macetas bien mezclada y con buen drenaje.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e4) Use un propagador calentado para mantener la tierra a aproximadamente 80 grados F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e5) Espere la germinación en 2 a 3 semanas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\"Comuníquese con nosotros primero si necesita algo\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"10 SEEDS","offer_id":54133669462300,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 SEEDS","offer_id":54133669495068,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 SEEDS","offer_id":54133669527836,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/may.webp?v=1779296209","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/mayten-weeping-green-shower-tree-seeds-maytenus-boaria-rare-weeping-ornamental-tree-willow-like-evergreen","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}