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mcc371

Fall Seed Exchange Swap with a "WISH"

8 years ago

Fall Seed Exchange with a "WISH"


Seed swap-- Dead Line is: NOVEMBER 3,2017

Can be any type of seeds - Veggie, trees, shrubs, flowers, herbs, etc. Seeds can be commercial or seeds you have harvested. Please send seeds that are between 2015-2017. All seeds must be viable dry seeds.

Send as many packets of seeds as you like: Send all of one kind, or all different kinds.

Be SURE to add shipping for returning your seeds. You can send money or stamps. Any money or stamps not used will be returned to you. Padded Envelope is preferred and you must either send an extra envelope or I will try to use envelope you sent your seeds in to return them to you.

There will be no swapping until all packages are received. (Some of my swaps in the past have topped 100 people. Let's aim for that again) I will let everyone know when all packages are received.

I will do a "wish list" of seeds received that have been sent in. You may then request up to number you sent in. first one to post request is first to receive those seeds. (Please remember I am not the seed fairy)

Dates and dead lines: Swap starts NOW and all packages must be in by NOVEMBER 3,2017

I am always ask what amount to send and how to send it, and what amount is a fair trade. SO.....

to me a fair trade would be what I'd feel like getting back. I'm not a seed counting person. I use a tea spoon and put some in a bag. If it's a large seed just use good judgment, and please remember we are not all born with a green thumb and sometimes we need enough seeds to try again. (But if you must count let's say....20-25 seeds per seed package.)

Rules (guess we need some, so here goes)

1. Seeds must reach here by dead line (I say this every time but I'm very adjustable and will accept people on the list if they hurry right up to the dead line-but you must email me and tell me your seeds are on the way)

2. Seeds must be in individual packets (make you own, buy some, doesn't matter to me) and size of your bag is up to you.

3. Please try and put at least 20-25 seeds pre packet (bag). (I know sometimes it's hard to squeeze that many big seeds in a small packet, but please try.)

4. Be sure to add your (SASE ) or postage and label for return of your seeds.

5. Be sure your seeds are dry and in a good swapping condition, if you send seeds that get here moldy, crumbly, etc. you'll get those back. Mark your seeds with all info known - name of seed, date harvested, zone if known, and your GW ID so if receiver has questions they can contact you.

6. Send any thing you like, a large assortment or all of one kind, doesn't matter to me. Just remember, if we all send in sunflowers, then we all get back sun flowers.

7. Yes, you can send as many as you like, 100, 200, 10, your choice. I haven't made mine up yet so I can't tell you how many I'll be swapping. I usually do at least 100. Just makes for more to please every one with. So....GO FOR IT!

I will as packages come in, post the names of the ones received. I will then post a wish list of seeds up for grabs and we may even have some bonus seeds to share as well. So, Get those seeds on the way so we can all make some "WISHES"

If you want (in) list your name here and mail seeds to:

Tammy McClearen

Box 1921

Seminole, Texas 79360

Private messages are welcome, if you have questions or concerns.

GW ID: mcc371

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  • 8 years ago

    lots of late joiners. I don't mind waiting. I rushed to get mine done. I woud have put in more . Not that 70 isn't enough. In fact I am in a tomato trade. She just pushed it back because we are all still organizing our dried seeds. Just a thought. Tammy I am just happy to be in this swap.

    Comments (320)

    • 8 years ago

      I just updated the list again after heavenlyfarm chose. So I am ready for another person then I will update again for the next person to choose if you want your remaining wishes.

      Ladyreneer - 8 wishes

      jensyen - 86 wishes

      heather - 9 wishes

      skyblue52- 29 wishes

      jdmom78- 3 wishes

      https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11YvIoHIoBIoiRWQ-bYndCEMlK03J1PArZrcWPoEq70U/edit?usp=sharing

    • 8 years ago
      My computer is still in the shop so I can't view the list. If there is any st. Johns wort or amaranth left I would like some of that. Any other vegetable or herb seed except spicy peppers will do.

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    • 8 years ago

      Just wanted to point out that the 'Honeyvine Minkweed' on my list is Honeyvine Milkweed.

    • 8 years ago

      Thanks Heather for letting me know I will see what is left on lists and PM you choices when I get caught up here.

      Thanks Midwestfarmwife for pointing out my mistake I will make a correction.


    • 8 years ago

      MidWestFW & Tammy, I was hoping that the minkweed was milkweed when I chose it. LOL

    • 8 years ago

      LOL, Yes Jensyen too much staying up late when I was inventorying all this in and I typed the wrong letter.

    • 8 years ago

      I just updated the list again after heavenlyfarm chose. So I am ready for another person then I will update again for the next person to choose if you want your remaining wishes.

      Ladyreneer - 8 wishes

      jensyen - 86 wishes

      heather - 9 wishes

      skyblue52- 29 wishes

      jdmom78- 3 wishes

      https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11YvIoHIoBIoiRWQ-bYndCEMlK03J1PArZrcWPoEq70U/edit?usp=sharing

    • 8 years ago

      Jensyen, when you plant the Honeyvine Milkweed, make sure it has lots of room and gather all the seed pods if you don't want it to spread.

    • 8 years ago

      I pulled all the lists to my notepad and Heather Rothwell I can PM it to you if you want to try to view it that way. Or I can just choose for ya. Just trying to help ya. I know how it is in these swaps and your computer goes down. Hope you get it back soon.

    • 8 years ago

      hi her Hi here we go

      Erica Braun- Husk Cherry, Oregano, Husker red Penstemon

      Heather Rothwell -Lettuce mix, four radish mix

      Jensyen-Moss rose mix-4 Salvia Blue Bedder

      Jaymie poujade25-mimosa Pudica

      Heidi- Echihacea harest moon , pink seashells cosmos

      MCC- Black seeded simpson, ,bidd lettuce,cabbage copehagen, holy ghost Angelica, Angel Wings, Green pearl parsley, Cin. Basil, Moss rose Porulaca

      Bxncbx90- Dia Scia African queen

      Cool by the coast - Hanson improved

      Midwestfarmer- Mung bean, Pencil pod bean Choc mini bell

      Ladyreneer -Hot pink Vinca Black seeded simpson

      Everyone have a great day





    • 8 years ago

      I just updated the list again after skyblue52 chose. So I am ready for another person then I will update again for the next person to choose if you want your remaining wishes.

      Ladyreneer - 8 wishes

      jensyen - 86 wishes

      heather - 9 wishes

      jdmom78- 3 wishes

      https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11YvIoHIoBIoiRWQ-bYndCEMlK03J1PArZrcWPoEq70U/edit?usp=sharing

    • 8 years ago
      A pm would be great. Thanks!
    • 8 years ago

      Tammy, the record keeping, planning and co-ordination for this swap boggles my mind. I can't even keep my personal seed stash straight. My hat is off to you.... amazing work that you have done/are doing

      mcc371 thanked beth_b_kodiak
    • 8 years ago

      Yes, as Beth said, your record keeping is mindboggling!!! My hat is off to you, too!

      Here are my last choices...

      1. Hollyhock Red - Richard H.
      2. Cosmos Mix - Richard H
      3. Chervil - Brozeus
      4. Motherwort - Heidi
      5. Oxeye Daisy - Heidi
      6. Moon & Stars - ?
      7. Lion's Tail - Midwest Farm wife
      8. Scarlet Geraniums -Mcc

      9. Rouge D Hiver Lettuce - Mcc371
      *Do I have the Hollyhock Zebrina?

      Thanks Tammy! And on my birthday no less.

    • 8 years ago

      Aww, Thanks! It is a task only if you let it be. My compassion for gardening and learning from all of you makes it all worth while.

      Heather, I will pm you.

    • 8 years ago

      Happy late birthday ladyreneer!! Hope you had a great birthday!

    • 8 years ago

      Thanks Tammy! I did. I've loved trading here and seeing how this works. This was my first seed swap. Thanks to you Tammy, and the rest of you, for making it so much fun!!!

    • 8 years ago

      finally signed on after 100 years... omg i still have 3 wishes!!!! will select in a little bit, today or tomorrow.

      thank you!

    • 8 years ago

      Omgz!!! My seeds arrived yesterday and I didn't even know. Hubby brought them in and didn't say anything. Lol. I'm about to dig in now. I just wanted to take a quick second to let you all know that they arrived and to thank Tammy for all her hard work.


      You're amazing, Tammy! Thank you so much!!

    • 8 years ago

      Hey Tammy, came back on here to choose a few more things. Quick Question, if something is still available and we had initially chosen it does that mean its a double... we got it for sure, right?

      Here are my additional 3 wishes if possible -

      1. EricaBraun - Lady Baltimore Hibiscus

      2. Heavenly Farm - Sweetbay Magnolia

      3. MCC371 - Rose of Sharon

      Thank you.

    • 8 years ago

      OMG Erica!!! Im so excited for you!!! eeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!!!

      midwestfarmerswife, I wanted to send you a pm but I can't seem to message you. please send me a message if you can... thanks!

    • 8 years ago

      Yes several packs went out last Wednesday the next set will go out tomorrow or Wednesday. We are moving right along.

      Ladyreneer- I don't have Scarlet Geraniums I do have Scarlet Zinnias. Let me know if that is what you wanted. I will check to see if you got Hollyhock Zebrina.

      JDmom778- Double would only apply if it were on my list as the counts on everyone else is what they sent, Mine I have extra of some that I listed only one of, and then decided to leave it in case someone wanted it too for a second person.

    • 8 years ago

      FYI - I still have excess veggies that didn't go to this group swap. So I have joined (Beth_b_kodiak) Beth's group swap -

      Gardeners Favorite, Veggie Seed SWAP

      If you want to do that too, link to it here or find it posted on The Seed Exchange. I also send my surplus to Val at the Donations to the Newbie Seed Project.


    • 8 years ago

      My computer is back.

      Erica Braun Alfalfa and lions tail

      JaymePoujade Mimosa Pudica

      Heidie Motherwort and Red Amaranth(2)

      mmc371 Red Bell Pepper

      Midwestfarmwife wax bean

      Jensyen Eyeball plant

    • 8 years ago

      If any of you are interested, there are 7 packs of marigolds under my list that say "No ID". I don't know thevariety name, but they were my favorite this year. They look like an orange and red tiedye or swirl. 12-18" high. That wasn't really fair to just call them "No ID"--sorry.

      This is what my amaranth plant looked like. Not sure of the name. Heidi

    • 8 years ago

      Just wanted to jump on and say that my seeds came today! Thanks so much!

    • 8 years ago

      Heidi -- Beautiful amaranth!

    • 8 years ago

      Got mine today -- thank you Tammy, and everyone else!

    • 8 years ago

      I'm posting this link since it isn't easy to find. It's great to see that participants are receiving their packages. Tammy continues to work hard to make these group swaps a great success.

      Please remember to leave a nice Rate & Review for Tammy (Mcc371).

    • 8 years ago
      last modified: 8 years ago

      Yes, I must have meant Scarlet Zinnias. Thanks for checking Tammy!

      It's exciting to hear people are already receiving their seeds. Congratulations guys!!!

    • 8 years ago

      Tammy, when you have a chance, can you post whom you have sent out the package? Thanks.

    • 8 years ago

      Stopping in quick to wish all you guys a Happy Thanksgiving! I made the whole meal again this year at my house for my family and I am now tired and stuffed! lol Just clean-up work to be done :)

      ~Michael

    • 8 years ago

      Hope everyone has had a Happy Thanksgiving. It put me a little behind as I have everyone here. I am packing seeds again for the post office. Hope everyone is safe and careful if out shopping for Black Friday - hubby did ours online for me.

    • 8 years ago

      Will you be doing another seed swap any time soon? I save several varieties of flowers and have an abundant amount of seeds to share.

    • 8 years ago

      I will be posting a New year " Theme" swap the last week in December.

      This swap is almost finished as I mailed lots yesterday and most should arrive Monday! only 3 left and they will go out Monday! Thanks for everyone being so patient. Those that over paid on postage with cash will be getting a card from me, as I will return it to you. If you sent stamps I placed them all on your package.

    • 8 years ago

      Tammy, thanks so much for holding such a fun swap. I'll keep an eye out for your theme swap in Dec.

    • 8 years ago

      Yes, thanks again Tammy!

    • 8 years ago

      My seeds arrived! Thanks so much!

    • 8 years ago

      I got mine today and looked through all of my wishes I got! Thank you everyone and a big thanks to Tammy for hosting! Thanks for all your hard work around the holidays and I def will be on the lookout for the new years theme swap! I think I might have a few new themes brewing...lol

      ~Michael

      heavenlyfarm

    • 8 years ago

      All packs have went out so everyone should have theirs this week. Hope everyone enjoys their seed wishes. Now to work on postage. I really enjoyed this swap and hope to see everyone in the new year theme swap.

    • 8 years ago

      Thanks Tammy! Just wanted to let you know I just received mine. I don't know what is inside yet because I'm opening it now, but I know it will be amazing! Thanks to all who participated and for Tammy who hosted this swap!

    • 8 years ago

      Got mine today. Thanks Tammy! You said you are working on postage next. If I have extra, no need to send back. If I am short, lmk, I will send you extra stamps. Thanks!

    • 8 years ago

      thank you thank you tammy. i got my seeds today and i am so excited!!! wooohoooo.

    • 8 years ago

      Tammy, thank you for a great deal and thank you ALL for a great seed trade! Amy

    • 8 years ago

      My package came yesterday and what fun looking through all the interesting seeds! Thank you to Tammy for all her hard work and to everyone who shared their seeds.

    • 8 years ago

      I got my package yesterday but I was out until late and didn't really get a chance to look too much. Thanks Tammy for a great swap and big thank you to everyone that participated! Hopefully I'll have time tonight to really take a look and drool over all my new seeds!

    • 8 years ago

      Hello Tammy I got mine last night also. Thank you for a great swap I smiled thinking of the sweet moss rose that I will grow in a whiskey bucket next year with a pepper plant in the middle. How many days till last frost ?

    • 8 years ago

      Mine came today too. It was a welcome pick me up in the midst of a stressful day.

    • 8 years ago

      Thank you! It's so much fun! Super seeds and a special prize--cards!! It's perfect! Heidi

    • 8 years ago
      last modified: 8 years ago

      A huge thank you to Tammy and my fellow swap mates. Love everything I received! Happy Holidays to everyone!

      PS I hope everyone remembers to write a nice Rate & Review for Tammy (Mcc371).

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