Lignum Vitae Seeds – Guaiacum Sanctum

Guaiacum sanctum, commonly known as Lignum Vitae, produces beautiful blue to purplish flowers that add a tropical touch to warm-climate gardens. This slow-growing ornamental tree is valued for its dense foliage, attractive blooms, and ability to thrive in sunny, dry locations once established. Ideal for tropical and subtropical landscapes, Lignum Vitae is well-suited for garden borders, patio areas, and decorative plantings. These non-GMO heirloom seeds offer dependable quality for gardeners seeking a unique and resilient flowering tree.

Features

• Produces striking blue to purple tropical flowers

• Suitable for warm and tropical garden landscapes

• Heirloom, non-GMO, high-quality seeds

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Attractive evergreen foliage with ornamental blooms

Specifications

• Common Name: Lignum Vitae

• Scientific Name: Guaiacum sanctum

• Plant Type: Evergreen flowering tree

• Bloom Time: Spring to early summer

• Height: 10–25 feet (slow-growing)

• Season:

  • Best sown during warm months

  • Sowing Months (USA):

    • Zones 3–5: Start indoors Mar–Jun (grow as container plant)

    • Zones 6–7: Start indoors Feb–Apr (container growing recommended)

    • Zones 8–10: Sow outdoors Mar–Jun

    • Zone 11–13: Sow outdoors year-round

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–12

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once mature

• Germination Time: 15–45 days

• Spacing: 8–12 feet for landscape planting