Mystery Tree Grow Kit - Give The Unique Gift Of Nature to Anyone!

Part of the fun is not knowing. The Seeds In A Cup® Mystery Tree Grow Kit ships you a surprise tree variety — selected from our curated lineup of real, growable trees — and the reveal happens when you open the box. It's the perfect gift for the person who loves nature but already has everything, the curious gardener who wants to try something new without overthinking it, or anyone who believes the best adventures start with a little uncertainty. Give it as a birthday surprise, a housewarming gift with a twist, or a memorial planting where the species itself becomes part of the story. Growing a tree from seed beats buying one at a nursery because you earn it — every day of patience, every check for a sprout, every careful watering is yours.

What's Inside

• Premium Non-GMO Mystery Tree Seeds — A surprise variety from our tree lineup. Batch-tested for viability and responsibly sourced in the USA. The variety is revealed inside the box.
• Nutrient-Rich Potting Soil — Real loose premium potting soil, pre-measured and ready to use. Hand-packed in Cleveland, Ohio.
• Recyclable Planter Cup with Lid — 100% recyclable eco-friendly planter. The lid serves as a humidity dome during germination and a saucer afterward.
• Illustrated Growing Instructions — Tailored to your specific mystery variety, included inside. Made in the USA.

How to Grow

1. Open and discover — Find out your mystery variety and read the included instruction card before starting.
2. Check stratification needs — Some tree varieties require a cold stratification period before sowing. Your instruction card will specify if this applies.
3. Fill and sow — Pour the included soil into the planter. Sow at the depth noted on your instruction card (typically ¼–½ inch).
4. Water gently — Moisten thoroughly. Keep soil consistently damp but not waterlogged. Use the lid as a humidity dome early on.
5. Provide light — Bright indirect light to start; move to a sunny windowsill once sprouted.
6. Germination window — Expect 14–45 days depending on the variety revealed. Tree seeds are patient — so are great growers. 

How It Compares

Ways to Use It

• Surprise gift for a nature lover — The mystery element makes it genuinely exciting to open. Great for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion where you want to give something unexpected and meaningful.
• Memorial or tribute planting — Plant a mystery tree in honor of someone special. The surprise variety becomes part of the story — whatever grows is meant to grow.
• Classroom curiosity project — Order a class set where every student gets a different mystery variety. Compare results, research species, and celebrate the diversity of trees.

Our Seed Grow Promise

Mystery or not, our promise is the same. If your seeds don't sprout, we'll replace them — free of charge. We batch-test all our tree seeds in Cleveland to ensure viability. Contact our team with your order and we'll make it right.

Questions Customers Ask

Q: Can I request a specific variety?
A: The mystery is the point — we don't take variety requests for this kit. If you'd like to choose your tree, check out our Tree Growing Kit where you pick from 20+ varieties.

Q: Will I know what tree I'm growing before I start?
A: Yes — the variety is revealed inside the box, so you'll know before you sow. The mystery is in the ordering, not the growing.

Q: Is this a good gift for someone who has never grown a tree before?
A: Yes, with a note that tree seeds require more patience than herbs or vegetables. If the recipient is a complete beginner, pair it with encouragement and our Seed Grow Promise.

Q: Is this safe for pets?
A: Pet safety varies by tree variety. 

Shipping & Details

Ships in 1–2 business days from Cleveland, OH. Hand-packed by our small team in the Midwest. 100% recyclable packaging. Agricultural shipping restrictions may apply for certain tree species in some states.