Zanthoxylum (Szechuan Pepper Tree)

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Szechuan Pepper Trees are some 250 species of deciduous or evergreen woody, thorny shrubs to trees and occur in warm temperate and subtropical areas throughout the world. They have feathered leaves and reddish-pink capsules with black seeds which are used for there very long-lasting pepper-like taste in Asian cuisine (Sichuan pepper). For any rich, well drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded spot.
Sow seeds flat in any rich, well drained soil and keep pots in a protected spot outside. Seeds require a prolonged cooling period prior to germination in late spring. Carefully transplant young plants to the final spot in the garden as soon as they are strong enough or in autumn after leaves have withered.
All are USDA Climate Zone 6.
20 seeds per package.

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