{"product_id":"shampoo-ginger-seeds-copy","title":"Japanese Raisin Tree Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a4adfa0-05f0-83ec-8d6a-8a291976d589-0\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a4adfa0-05f0-83ec-8d6a-8a291976d589-0\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-114\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-15 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"5239af4e-94e5-4b11-8311-68346533ee8a\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13sdxwt\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"34\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"34\"\u003eJapanese Raisin Tree Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"36\" data-end=\"498\"\u003eGrow one of the world's most unusual and rewarding fruit trees from seed. The Japanese Raisin Tree is a hardy deciduous tree prized for its unique swollen fruit stalks, which become sweet and edible when fully ripe. Despite its name, it does not produce raisins but develops crisp, naturally sugary stalks with a flavour reminiscent of pears, raisins and caramel. These seeds are ideal for growers wanting to raise this fascinating and productive tree from seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"513\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eRare Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Rare ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"885\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eWe carefully source premium-quality seeds from trusted growers in New Zealand and around the world. Due to New Zealand's strict import requirements, international freight costs and biosecurity regulations, these seeds are not commonly available locally. Be among the few growers in New Zealand cultivating this unique variety.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"935\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh Japanese Raisin Tree seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China, Japan and Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast-growing deciduous tree reaching approximately 8–15 metres at maturity. An attractive shade tree with a broad canopy, suitable for home gardens, orchards and lifestyle properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing 10–15 mm deep in a free-draining seed-raising mix. Keep warm (20–25°C) and consistently moist. Germination typically occurs within \u003cstrong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e4–10 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e, although some seeds may benefit from a short period of cold stratification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e To get a head start, or if you are in colder climates, start growing your seeds indoors so they are well established before summer. In the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eNorth Island\u003c\/strong\u003e, Japanese Raisin Tree grows well in a sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil. In the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003eSouth Island\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is well suited to most regions and tolerates winter cold once established, although young plants should be protected from severe frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"2057\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces small seed capsules attached to swollen, fleshy stems. It is these unusual stems—not the fruit itself—that become sweet and edible as they mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The swollen fruit stalks have a crisp, chewy texture with a naturally sweet flavour often compared to \u003cstrong data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eraisins, pears, honey and caramel\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are delicious eaten fresh or dried, where the sweetness becomes even more concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2317\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces clusters of small creamy-white, fragrant flowers during summer that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eFruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically begins producing edible fruit stalks within \u003cstrong data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003e5–8 years\u003c\/strong\u003e from seed under good growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2576\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers full sun to partial shade, fertile free-draining soil and regular watering while establishing. Once mature, it is hardy, drought tolerant and relatively low maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003eHealth Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eThe edible fruit stalks are naturally rich in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"3135\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19pc8fu\" data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2840\"\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e to support the immune system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15cwdni\" data-start=\"2871\" data-end=\"2930\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2891\"\u003eNatural sugars\u003c\/strong\u003e that provide a quick source of energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12pc8yc\" data-start=\"2931\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"2950\"\u003eDietary Fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e for healthy digestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iilrmb\" data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"3039\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003eAntioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e that help protect cells from oxidative stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w6ubtg\" data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3135\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eSweet edible stalks that can be enjoyed fresh, dried or added to desserts, baking and snacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52082477105450,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/8672\/5418\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-16at7.19.28AM.png?v=1784143178","url":"https:\/\/tropicalsprouts.co.nz\/products\/shampoo-ginger-seeds-copy","provider":"Tropical Sprouts NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}