I don't know about the seed pod, Pam. My cassia tree's pods did the same thing this year. They never did "ripen" on the tree, and I do not know as yet whether they will be viable after I pulled them off green. I do have two very healthy Pride of Barbados that I grew from seed.

JoJo -- I agree with Tally. These are really very simple to start. I stick seeds in small pots and keep them moist until they come up. Once they have a good root system you can put them in the ground. They come back from the roots each year, but up north I'd mulch where you are. But you'll have seeds if they don't come back for you. Just start them over again each winter. patty

I have some. Best way to contact me is gretwood@gmail.com If you live not far from Carrollton I have rooted 4 plants and will give you one.

Sure! Pigeon peas and Sorrel (dark red) sound good too, if you still have those. Check out my trade list and see if there's anything you'd like. Thanks! -Shannon