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rdback

Free Seed Offer

17 years ago

Hi folks. Ive just gone through my seed inventory and found I have a few to spare. So, I figure I might as well share. Take a look at the list and, if you find something of interest, follow the Directions, abide by the Rules and theyÂre yours. This is not an exchange; itÂs a seed for free offer. However, should you have extra seeds from any extreme heat pepper (say, >300k shu) that youÂd like to share, you can certainly throw those in the envelope *smile*.

Enjoy and have a great growing season.

Rick

P.S. The original seeds for many of these varieties originated from fellow GW members. This seed offer is a way for me to thank them for their generosity and to continue the spirit of sharing.

RULES:

- Sorry, open to U.S. residents only.

- If/when varieties become unavailable, I will post that information to this thread. So, please read to the end of this thread to see if what you want is still available.

- You may select up to 10 varieties from the list below.

- Do not send metered postage. It is only good the day of issue.

- Requested seeds will be reserved for you for 10 days. After that, they go back into inventory.

DIRECTIONS:

STEP 1: e-Mail me your choices (10 max). I will reply to your e-Mail with my mailing address.

STEP 2: If you do not receive a return e-Mail from me within 2 days, post as such to this thread.

STEP 3: Address a SMALL (4" x 7") BUBBLE envelope (SABE) to me and affix proper postage (if you use the 4 x 7 SABE and small bags it should be $0.83).

STEP 4. Inside the envelope, include the following:

--> a completed address label I can attach to return the envelope to you.

--> loose U.S. postage stamps - at least the same amount it costs you to mail the envelope to me (if you use the 4 x 7 SABE and small bags it should be (2) $0.42 stamps).

--> Include individually labeled coin envelopes or SMALL plastic bags for each variety.

--> Make sure the seed envelopes/bags are individually labeled.

--> Include a list of the peppers you are requesting (just to be safe).

STEP 5: Mail the envelope to me.

STEP 6: When your seeds arrive, please send me an e-Mail to let me know.

YouÂre done!

NOTES:

- Coin envelopes or small plastic bags can be found at Walmart in the Crafts dept.

- Weekend requests will not be answered until Monday.

- Plants are Open Pollinated and not isolated, so crossing is a possibility.

- Samples will be small (~15 seeds) to share with as many people as possible.

- All seeds harvested from my plants during the 2008 growing season.

- All varieties germination tested > 80%.

- Heat ratings are my opinion - yours may vary.

- This Naga Jolokia is c. Frutescens, NOT c.Chinense. The heat level is under 100k shu.

- I donÂt have tons of seeds for each variety; some are less than 10 offers. So be fast and be first lol.

- For additional info on each pepper, use the link below and search the database.

IÂm not going to keep this offer open very long so, if youÂre interested, act fast!

2009 PEPPER SEED OFFER

SWEET

Antonia Rhomedia

Corbaci

Golden Marconi

Jimmy Nardello

Padrone

Tangerine Pimento

MEDIUM

Purple Jalapeno

Santa Fe Grande

Sport

Tobago Seasoning

Turkish Cayenne

HOT

Cayenne

Chinese 5 Color

Fish

Jalapeno M

Naga Jolokia (c.Frutescens)

Pretty Purple Pepper

EXTREME

7-Pot

Billy Goat

Chocolate Habanero

Golden Habanero

Orange Habanero

Red Habanero

Comments (28)

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Bravo, Rick! It is great to see new people stepping up to the plate. Way to go!

    Note to JohnF: This in no way lets you off the hook. We expect another round this year from the original "Johnny Appleseed". Don't tell us that old story about the tread wearing thin on your Michelins. They are guaranteed for another 40,000 miles.

    Rick, I feel privileged to be the first to tell you that I have sent you an email.

    Rick in Va (one of many)

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Good going rdback!

    john

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  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    I agree Rick, John's definitely not off the hook. In fact, several of these varieties are his "babies" from years past.

    Thanks for the kind words and being the first to post (but not the first to e-Mail LOL).

    Rick

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    E-Mail Sent!

    Many thanks for your generosity, I only hope I can return the favor with next season's crop!

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Thanks for the offer! It looks like I need to start looking for some more room for next year's garden. I've already put a bunch of containers beyond my fence w/drip lines. Unless I start growing on my roof I'll be out of space at my current location.

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Thanks for sharing! I hope to do the same next year.I sent an email to ya'
    Gene

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    NOTICE

    Billy Goat is no longer available

    Rick

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Thanks for the generous offer. My envelope is on the way to the P.O.

    And your address kept alive the streak. So far everyone I've traded with this year has a street address that includes a nature/plant related name. Guess us gardeners are attracted to those areas :)

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    do you still have pepper available?
    thanks Rick, sent you an email

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Yes, this offer is still open. I will post a "Closed" message when done.

    Thanks to all for the kind words and you're quite welcome.

    Enjoy -- Rick

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Rick, I sent you an email but haven't heard from you so am posting here as well. I have my baggies, envelope all ready to send, just waiting for an address. Jackie

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    To All Requesters

    I have responded via e-Mail to ALL requests I have received. If you have not gotten an e-Mail from me, post here. Be sure to check you "spam" filter/folder first. Lots of e-Mails with "free" in the title are treated as spam by mail servers.

    Jackie, I re-sent my response to you via AOL and GW. Hopefully you'll get at least one of them LOL.

    If not, let me know.

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    NOTICE

    Tangerine Pimento is no longer available

    Rick

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Hi, I just happen to stumble upon this. I was looking up some other peppers and info and found the other thread where you were talking about posting this and only one request since it was moved!
    I usually stay in the Robin Round forum which means I am missing out on some great offers!
    Thanks for the offer by the way and I will be emailing you my list in a few.

    :) Fran

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    NOTICE

    Golden Marconi is no longer available

    Santa Fe Grande is no longer available

    Offer is still open.

    Rick

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Hi Rick, I have been unable to find the Habs anywhere locally, and naturally, forgot them when I ordered, so if I can get in on this I would appreciate it....thanks Deb

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    UPDATE

    As of this morning, I have responded via e-Mail to ALL requests I have received. If you have not gotten an e-Mail from me, post here. Be sure to check your "spam" filter/folder first. Lots of e-Mails with "free" in the title are treated as spam by mail servers.

    Offer is still open for a little while longer.

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Mine arrived. WOW!! I can hardly wait to grow them. Thanks!

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    rick,

    rcvd my seeds already !

    thanks much for your generous offer.

    wildlifeman

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    UPDATE

    As of this morning, I have responded via e-Mail to ALL requests I have received. If you have not received an e-Mail from me, post here. Be sure to check your "spam" filter/folder first. Lots of e-Mails with "free" in the title are treated as spam by mail servers.

    If you requested seeds and haven't sent your envelope, please do so promptly. The 10 day hold is running out on some folks.

    This Offer will close end-of-day 3/31/09. So, if you're interested, you better hurry! As of 4/01/09 I need to focus on the garden. The madness and chaos has already begun and it is sure to get much worse.

    Don't 'cha just love it LOL!!!

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    UPDATE

    As of now, I have responded via e-Mail to ALL requests I have received. If you have not received an e-Mail from me, post here. Be sure to check your "spam" filter/folder first. Lots of e-Mails with "free" in the title are treated as spam by mail servers.

    If you requested seeds and haven't sent your envelope, please do so promptly. The 10 day hold is running out on some folks.

    Tick-tock! Today is March 31st and is the last day to request seeds. This offer will close at midnight EDT.

    So, if you're interested, you better REALLY hurry!

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Rick, My seeds arrived! Thank you so much for sharing! I can't wait to get them started!

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    FINAL UPDATE

    Well folks, stick this seed offer with a fork - it's done. No more requests please.

    I hope the seeds do well and all of you have a wonderful, productive season.

    Best Regards -- Rick

    P.S. If you haven't done so already, you need to get those envelopes in the mail. I'm not gonna TOUCH an envelope after April 15th, so don't be sluggardly. (*smile*)

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Rick,
    Your seeds arrived today. How extraordinarily generous you were with all the extras you included. I'll see to it they get plenty of TLC.

    Thanks so much,
    Arvin

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Rick,
    I've received the seeds, and thanks for the extras. Most will be saved for next season, but I'll see if I can get a few started in time. Thanks for the great seed offer!
    -Zander

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    Zander,

    I got my seeds from Rick a couple of weeks ahead of you. Faced with the same dilemma, I also saved most of them and started some. I had across the board 100% germination rate. Most of the peppers are already on their 2nd set of leaves.

    I received Pretty Purple Pepper seeds. From the beginning, the whole plant has been purple. This one's going to be interesting to watch.

    Amongst the extras I received, were Speckled Roma tomato seeds. I'm just now starting to harden off my tomatoes. I started one of Rick's seeds. It's done so well that I decided to start it on the same schedule as the rest of my tomatoes.

    There's clear evidence that you have some hardy seeds. Good luck with them.

    Adrift

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    I just found this post. Those are some very interesting varieties of peppers. I was looking through the chileman database, but didn't find much about their sizes or ability to grow indoors in pots. Could someone tell me the size of these plants so I can make wise choices of which 10 types I request? Thanks in advance.

  • 17 years ago
    last modified: 11 years ago

    ahh never mind just saw this offer is over. oh well thanks anyways.

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