Growing Mimosa and Catalpa from Seed in New Mexico

Both Species Thrive in NM

Mimosa (legume) and catalpa seeds from Missouri can grow in Taos, NM.

Mimosa Seed Steps

1. Ensure pods are paper-dry. Seeds resemble small brown beans.
2. No stratification needed. Plant ½ inch deep in moist potting soil.
3. Germination in ~10 days at 75°F.
4. First leaves are cotyledons; true leaves are fern-like.
5. Grow to 8 inches tall, then plant in full sun.

Catalpa Seed Steps

Same process: dry pods, extract seeds, plant as above.