Give a thoughtful Baptism and First Communion gifts for your friends and family that will create "growing memories" of your celebration. An adorable cross is on the front of the personalized card is an attractive touch to honour this day. 

This "green" Baptism or First Communion gift is  made entirely from  recycled materials. The card is personalized with the childs name & event date. The card is adorned with a special cross graphic and a clay terra cotta or bio  pot is nestled inside the box with a soil pellet and seeds in  packet, finished with your choice of colorful raffia tie.
Give your guests a unique keepsake in honour of your childs baptism that will live long beyond the day and will remind them of your child as the seeds grow year after year.

Thank you message: Thank you for sharing our "growing memories".

Poem on inisde of card:  "There are in the end three things that last: faith, hope, and love, and the greatest of these is love." —Corinthians ( please contact us for custom messages)

Personalize with names and date: example:
Sarah's Baptism Day/ Sarah's First Communion
              October 10, 2010

When ordering choose:

- Names / text & date for personalization
- Choose ribbon color
- Choose seed species

Storage : Seed to be stored in a cool (refrigerator) , dry place to preseve the viability of the seed

Included in. this starter seed kit Package:

• Seeds in packet (2 x 2") - hermetically sealed to preserve freshness
• Personalized paper card (2 x 2 ") with cross graphic
• Thank you message
• Poem -"There are in the end three things that last: faith, hope, and love, and the greatest of these is love." —Corinthians.
• Growing instructions
• Clay  pot or bio pot  ( clay pot additional $.75)
• Soil pellet
• Recycled paper brown (2.8 x 3.5") box
• Your choice of raffia ribbon (oatmeal, yellow, pink, royal blue or forest green)
• Assembly required

Flower Seeds

• seed packet 2 x 2" (number of seeds vary with species - 5 - 10 grams)
• seed species are presented in hermetically sealed foil packets to preserve freshness

We offer quality seed. Seed is packed frequently and stored in coolers on site. Store seed in your refrigerator, or cool, dry area prior to your event date for the best germination.

	Rose Seed (Rosa rugosa) Your guests will cherish this floral remembrance, which produces an abundance of fragrant white, pink and red flowers year after year. This old-fashioned species is very hardy and grows readily in most parts of the US. The seed requires a 3 to 4 month cold period before planting. Plant indoors or out.
	Forget-Me-Not Flower Seed * indoor and outdoor growing The tiny blue spring blossoms or the Forget-me-not, make this old fashioned biennial an all time favorite. What a thoughtful way to remember your special occasion than the emergence of flowers in your garden each spring.
	Love-in-a-Mist Flower Seed * indoor and outdoor growing This charming annual symbolizing eternity, is an ideal wedding flower representing a new beginning that will never end. These delicate blossoms are long lasting, once established they will readily self-seed each year. Blooms in shades of white and light-blue this ground cover will create memories for your wedding day to last a lifetime.
	Sunflower Seed - Sunsational This beautiful flower is highly decorative, with small centers and petals that range from pure gold to gold with brown. A true sun worshipper, its head follows the sun as it crosses the sky blooming in the summer. In the botanical world, the sunflower (Helianthus annuus) has a primary meaning which, is gifts of radiant warmth. How perfect for a party theme! Considered happy-go-lucky flowers, sunflowers are often linked to loyalty and longevity)
	Shasta Daisy Flower Seed - Thanks a Bunch "He loves me , he loves me not...", symbolizing innocence, this classic perennial is a garden favorite. The daisy blooms in the late spring through summer and grows to 3' in height.
	Gerber Daisy Flower Seed * indoor & outdoor growing at 75- degrees F or higher Daisies are one of the most beautiful flowers. Gerbera Daisies are wonderful, cheerful, exuberant flowers available in a massive array of colors, from light to dark yellow, orange, pink, brilliant scarlet, deep red, and many more. Gerberas can be used in landscapes as bedding plants for borders and flower beds. They are great flowers for adding color to any room. Daisy flowers are simple, sophisticated and attract every one. Simply put, Daisies are one of nature's finest accomplishments. Plant Daisies in full sun, they should never be allowed to dry, especially when gerbera seeds are starting to germinate.

Tree Seed

	Blue Spruce (Picea pungens glauca) One of America's favorite landscape trees, this evergreen has sweet smelling blue-green needles and grows to 150' in height. It thrives in most climates in the USA and can live up to 800 Years. Grows to Zone 8 and - 50 degrees Fahrenheit at approximately 6-10"/year. Blue spruce is commonly planted in landscapes and is the Colorado and Utah state tree. ( seed packets contain 10-15 seeds)
	Douglas Fir(Pseudotsuga taxifolia glauca) The fir was the first christmas tree with its great height was thought to bring bright vision to the New Year. Douglas Fir grows to 330" high with dark blue-green needles, it will grow in anywhere in the US except the deep south coasts. It is one of the most important western trees for its lumber value and the Oregon State Tree. (seed packets contain 10-15 seeds/packet) Growing zones 4-6
	Black Pine (Pinus thunbergiana)- Southern Tree - Very Tolerent Black Pine Tree with its bright pyramidal head and drooping branches makes a beautiful specimen tree growing to 100' tall. It is often found on the eastern seaboard due it its tolerance to salt spray and useful windbreak properties. Hardy to Zone 5
	Honey Locust: (thornless) (Cleditsia triacanthos inermis) Shade tree , fast growing , heat & drought tolerant landscape tree, grows to 70' height. Popular tree in urban gardens, its bright green foliage turns brilliant yellow in the fall. ( larger seed pod; 5-6 seeds/packet) Grows in Zones 4-9
	Loblolly Pine Tree: (Pinus taeda Improved) Southern Pine The Loblolly pine was chosen to represent a “Southern pine” it is the most important pine used in southern pine plantations. A popular shade tree, this southern pine is fast growing versatile tree adaptable to a wide range of soils from heat & drought tolerant landscapes. It can grow to 100' height. There are four species of pine native to Arkansas. Among them, the loblolly pine, also known as the Arkansas pine, often is cited as the state tree of Arkansas and also Alabama. ( larger seed pod; 5-6 seeds/packet) Grows in Zones 6-9
	Paper (canoe) Birch(Betula papyrifers bs) Known for its amazing fall golden color this landscape tree grows best in moist soil. It has tremendous winter interest for its beauty and grows to 70 feet. The paper birch is easily recognized for its peeling white bark, which actually did find historical use as a paper substitute. An alternate common name for the tree is canoe birch. The bark, which can be peeled in large wide strips, was valued for construction of canoes. Paper birch is a tree of the north woods, very cold tolerant, with most of its range in the northern United States and in Canada . It is the state tree of New Hampshire.( small seeds-surface sowed- 50 seeds/packet) Grows in Zones 2-5

Herb Seed

Herbs Make Good Scents
Herbs are one of the greatest natural treasures of this world, for they have a magic and inspiration of their own.
"I will reveal to you a love potion, without medicine, without herbs, without any witches magic; if you want to be loved, then love. "
— Hecaton of Rhodes

	Thyme - The Winds of Thyme Thyme is appreciated as a versatile culinary seasoning, Easy to grow from seed, thymes thrive and are most flavorful when given lots of sun. Thyme is best cultivated in a hot sunny location with well drained soil. It tolerates drought well.The plants can take deep freezes and are found growing wild on mountain highlands.
	Chives Herb Seed This popular herb is known for its flavorsome thin, green leaves and pretty purple (edible) flowers. A culinary staple, is an excellent choice for new herb growers because they grow quickly and produce abundantly. The delicate onion flavor of chives is perfect for almost any savory dish. The pink florets are pretty and delicious when scattered in a salad
	Basil Herb Seed With its wonderful aroma and flavor, is one of the most widely grown herbs in the world. It is an attractive plant that works well in any garden or on your windowsill. Basil is still considered the "king of herbs" by many cookery authors. It is a tender low-growing 12 -24 " tall. Basil For Weddings article

When ordering choose:

• Names/text & date for imprinting Front of Card
   i.e. Wedding:   Jessica & Dave
          Shower:   Jessica's Bridal Shower
         Birthday:    Happy Birthday Jessica
   Luncheon, retirement or other: Happy Retirement Jessica
• Choose ribbon color
• Choose Bio pot or clay pot ( clay pots additional $.75 each)
• Choose wedding or other occasion message
  
  
  Tips for Planting  

Pots: Clay: These natural pots are breathable clay pots made from Terra cotta
            Bio: Coir made from coconum husks, high permeability to water, air , roots, can be transplated
                    directly into the garden.

Soil Pellet: Expands into poit in 10-20 minutes, easy to plant seed.

Seed Packets: 2 x 2" hermetically sealed foil pouch to preserve freshness, seeds weight 5-10 grams / packet , number of seeds varies with species.

Custom on Back Cover: Choose Custom Text on back cover : Email questions and information to: info@treebeginnings.com. Logo's $25.00 .

Storage: Seed to be stored in a cool (refrigerator), dry place to preserve the viability of the seed.
Seed: See Seed Information for further growing tips.

Samples: We do encourage you to receive a sample. Please select the quantity "1" when ordering samples, specific personalization is not available. Sample arrives in 7 - 10 business days assembled.

Please contact us for discounted pricing, more than 500.
Custom messages available $40.00 set up fee, $25.00 logos.