2013 SEED SWAP

Discussion in 'Swaps/Freebies' started by pamsdish, Dec 5, 2012.

  1. pamsdish

    pamsdish Total Gardener

    Joined:
    Apr 5, 2008
    Messages:
    5,151
    Gender:
    Female
    Occupation:
    Retired
    Location:
    "Black Country Wench" in Margam,Port Talbot,Wales
    Ratings:
    +4,445
    A great way to increase the plants in your garden by swapping seeds with other members.





    How it works:

    A parcel is put together, containing little bags of seeds you dont think you'll ever use, this parcel is sent to one person after another from a list on this topic and as each member receives it they take out what seeds they want to use and add some more seeds, hence the "swap", then they post it onto the next member on the list. This way, the package offers a great choice of varieties, covering flowers, veg and herbs for very little outlay.



    Before the parcel arrives:

    Please keep updated by viewing this topic and have the following ready for when the parcel arrives to you. The name and address of the next person on the list, someenvelopes for storing seeds from the parcel in and the seeds you intend to put into the parcel yourself.



    Guidelines:

    Here are the guidelines from the last seed swap topic, I have added in No 9 below (in bold) and suggest we use this set...feel free to discuss.
    1. Maximum hold time before passing on parcel, unless previously arranged is 3 days (ties in with rule 3)
    2. Message person after you on the list before sending parcel and to the thread so we're all kept in the loop
    3. If no response to a message, move on the next person, after 3 days (Works with rule 1)
    4. Contact details held by me Pamsdish for everyone, as an emergency(name, email, address and a phone if you wish) but it's not compulsory
    5. If you miss your turn, then you miss your turn, you wait til it comes round again.
    6. New joiners go to the back of the queue , i.e behind the person who currently has it ( which will mean keeping the thread up to date on who has is, keep it public, if you have it you post)
    7. Just keep us all informed, maybe a role call either on the thread or by me PMing, maybe with 2 chances to reply then your name is in red and after round of the parcel your off the list till you get in touch then rule 6 comes into force.
    8. Please, no out of date seeds.
    9. Please make sure you will be able to send the parcel on in three days, this will involve getting to a post office. If you think this might not be possible please ensure that someone will be able to do it for you if for example your taken ill. The parcel must move on always as other people are waiting for it.

    Getting onto the list:

    Copy the list and simply add yourself to the bottom


    Adding seeds:

    Seeds you have bought will have a use by date and description on them, if you have self-collected your own seed please date when you collected them and add as full a name/description as you can.

    Newbies

    Minimum membership time on "Gardeners Corner" forum of 3 months, regular posts to threads required, this is to stop people registering for "Seed Swap" just looking for free seeds
     
  2. pamsdish

    pamsdish Total Gardener

    Joined:
    Apr 5, 2008
    Messages:
    5,151
    Gender:
    Female
    Occupation:
    Retired
    Location:
    "Black Country Wench" in Margam,Port Talbot,Wales
    Ratings:
    +4,445
    This is last years list, if you no longer wish to be included please copy and delete yourself, if you wish ti be included add yourself to bottom

    Simbad
    Rusty Roots
    Longk
    Penny in Ontario
    Kristen
    Madahhlia
    Evil Len
    Ariadae
    Joolz 68
    Pootle
    James Swann
    Kyle Leonard
    Chitting Kaz
    Pamsdish
    Bilbo
    Robajobs
    Chillimad
    Liliana
    Yvonne D
    Mum
    Will not start parcel until February /March to enable us to add any new surplus to requirement seeds. Also not sure what seeds are there since start...
     
  3. Poolcue

    Poolcue Gardener

    Joined:
    Jun 11, 2010
    Messages:
    124
    Gender:
    Male
    Location:
    Sutton
    Ratings:
    +67
     
  4. Loofah

    Loofah Admin Staff Member

    Joined:
    Feb 20, 2008
    Messages:
    12,384
    Gender:
    Male
    Location:
    Guildford
    Ratings:
    +21,138
    Simbad
    Rusty Roots
    Longk
    Penny in Ontario
    Kristen
    Madahhlia
    Evil Len
    Ariadae
    Joolz 68
    Pootle
    James Swann
    Kyle Leonard
    Chitting Kaz
    Pamsdish
    Bilbo
    Robajobs
    Chillimade
    Liliana
    Yvonne D
    Mum
    Poolcue
    Loofah
     
  5. joolz68

    joolz68 Total Gardener

    Joined:
    May 16, 2011
    Messages:
    4,427
    Gender:
    Female
    Location:
    alfreton uk
    Ratings:
    +5,385
    Simbad
    Rusty Roots
    Longk
    Penny in Ontario
    Kristen
    Madahhlia
    Evil Len
    Ariada
    Pootle
    James Swann
    Kyle Leonard
    Chitting Kaz
    Pamsdish
    Bilbo
    Robajobs
    Chillimad
    Liliana
    Yvonne D
    Mum
    Ive got far too much to do to add anymore to my seeds:) x
     
  6. liliana

    liliana Total Gardener

    Joined:
    Sep 12, 2012
    Messages:
    2,584
    Gender:
    Female
    Occupation:
    Retired
    Location:
    Oxford
    Ratings:
    +2,580
    Seeds arrived with me today, and will put in post later today. Watch out Yvonne.:doggieshmooze:
     
    • Like Like x 1
    • Loofah

      Loofah Admin Staff Member

      Joined:
      Feb 20, 2008
      Messages:
      12,384
      Gender:
      Male
      Location:
      Guildford
      Ratings:
      +21,138
      Ahem...
      Simbad
      Rusty Roots
      Longk
      Penny in Ontario
      Kristen
      Madahhlia
      Evil Len
      Ariadae
      Pootle
      James Swann
      Kyle Leonard
      Chitting Kaz
      Pamsdish
      Bilbo
      Robajobs
      Chillimade
      Liliana
      Yvonne D
      Mum
      Poolcue
      Loofah
      Just correcting the last two entries missed by copying the wrong (latest) list. People need to copy the latest list to make sure it is the most up to date, n'est pas?Looking forward to getting back on the rounds again after a year off in 2012:)
       
      • Like Like x 1
      • pamsdish

        pamsdish Total Gardener

        Joined:
        Apr 5, 2008
        Messages:
        5,151
        Gender:
        Female
        Occupation:
        Retired
        Location:
        "Black Country Wench" in Margam,Port Talbot,Wales
        Ratings:
        +4,445
        Thanks Loofah.
        Just a mention will be looking for contributions to new swap to start a nice parcel off, had some nice seeds from Penny In Ontario,different.
        When I get parcel back will be "weeding out" seeds I have seen before, so if any surfeit to requirements please pop them in post to me ,after Christmas.
         
        • Like Like x 1
        • KevinH

          KevinH Guest

          Ratings:
          +36
          Simbad
          Rusty Roots
          Longk
          Penny in Ontario
          Kristen
          Madahhlia
          Evil Len
          Ariadae
          Pootle
          James Swann
          Kyle Leonard
          Chitting Kaz
          Pamsdish
          Bilbo
          Robajobs
          Chillimade
          Liliana
          Yvonne D
          Mum
          Poolcue
          Loofah
          KevinH


          I don't want to cause upset because I don't know how this works exactly yet, but I'm offering first year strawberry plants (rooted).

          On a personal note, I should like to see some recompense going to the Admin - this site is not free to maintain.
           
        • liliana

          liliana Total Gardener

          Joined:
          Sep 12, 2012
          Messages:
          2,584
          Gender:
          Female
          Occupation:
          Retired
          Location:
          Oxford
          Ratings:
          +2,580
           
        • pamsdish

          pamsdish Total Gardener

          Joined:
          Apr 5, 2008
          Messages:
          5,151
          Gender:
          Female
          Occupation:
          Retired
          Location:
          "Black Country Wench" in Margam,Port Talbot,Wales
          Ratings:
          +4,445
          Sent Kevin a p.m. last night.
           
        • **Yvonne**

          **Yvonne** Total Gardener

          Joined:
          Jun 24, 2012
          Messages:
          1,024
          Gender:
          Female
          Ratings:
          +2,347
          I have removed myself as have enough for now and I need to sort out the actual garden to plant them in next! :)
          Simbad
          Rusty Roots
          Longk
          Penny in Ontario
          Kristen
          Madahhlia
          Evil Len
          Ariadae
          Pootle
          James Swann
          Kyle Leonard
          Chitting Kaz
          Pamsdish
          Bilbo
          Robajobs
          Chillimade
          Liliana
          Mum
          Poolcue
          Loofah
          KevinH
           
          • Like Like x 2
          • Penny in Ontario

            Penny in Ontario Total Gardener

            Joined:
            Sep 7, 2006
            Messages:
            6,233
            Gender:
            Female
            Occupation:
            Work for my husband.
            Location:
            Ontario, Canada
            Ratings:
            +1,667
            Any updates, had the parcel left yet?
             
          • pamsdish

            pamsdish Total Gardener

            Joined:
            Apr 5, 2008
            Messages:
            5,151
            Gender:
            Female
            Occupation:
            Retired
            Location:
            "Black Country Wench" in Margam,Port Talbot,Wales
            Ratings:
            +4,445
            No Penny .thought we were starting feb, after my hols, :old:.
             
            • Like Like x 2
            • Penny in Ontario

              Penny in Ontario Total Gardener

              Joined:
              Sep 7, 2006
              Messages:
              6,233
              Gender:
              Female
              Occupation:
              Work for my husband.
              Location:
              Ontario, Canada
              Ratings:
              +1,667
              :ideaIPB: Right......:blue thumb:
               
            Loading...

            Share This Page

            1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
              By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
              Dismiss Notice