Packaging for Seed Swapping

Here is a little reminder of just one technique you can use to create packets for seeds should you wish to take part in the up and coming Community Seed Swap at the early variety Heritage Apple Festival.

A couple of things to note: no commercial hybrid seeds please and no GMO seeds. Heavy emphasis is on locally grown heirloom and open-pollinated seeds.

Use recycled paper, glue/tape and a pen to write the plant variety.

Useful information to record is:

• The plants Common Name or names.
• Genus and species if known.
• When harvested.
• When to sow and any specific requirements of the plant or seed for propagation.
• Roughly the quantity of seeds in the packet.
• Growers name can sometimes be of assistance if you are a member of a group.

A variety of ways to package seed for swapping.