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NEW: Incredible Edibles Cukes, Melons, & Summer Squash Swap

habitat_gardener
11 years ago

It's time to swap cucurbits! That means cucumbers, melons of all kinds, and summer squash!

* You can join the swap until March 2. ALL seeds must reach me by March 9. I will mail out all the packages by March 18.

* Label each seed packet with the year, source (commercial or garden), and your GW name.
Because cucurbits cross so readily, send collected seed only if you took steps (bagging or isolation) to maintain seed purity. Please don't send seeds you collected from a purchased fruit or a hybrid, they likely will not grow true. Commercial seeds should have been purchased in 2012 or 2013. Collected seeds should be from your 2012 or 2011 garden. Your name on the packet ensures that you don't get back what you sent.

* Put at least 10 seeds in each packet.

* Limit of 3 packets per variety and 30 total packets.
If you send more than 3 packets of a variety or more than 30 total packets, they will be used as bonuses. Bonuses don't count toward what you get back.

The following common varieties will all be considered bonuses because they're widely available and not on anyone's wishlist: Marketmore 76 Cucumber, Hale's Best Cantaloupe, Crimson Sweet Watermelon (red), Sugar Baby Watermelon, Black Beauty Zucchini. You may get them back if no one wants them.

I will also send back any seed mixes and any packets without specific variety names. For backyard gardeners, these crops take up too much space to not know what we're planting.

* Send your seeds in a bubble envelope, which I will reuse. In the envelope, besides your seed packets, be sure to include 4 things:

1. A list of what you are sending, to ensure that you don't receive the same thing you sent. It will be helpful if your lists are organized by type (cuke, melon, squash).

2. A wishlist, or at least let me know what categories you are most interested in, so that I can send you things you will enjoy, even if I don't have items specifically from your wishlist. You may also indicate if you prefer OP/heirloom types, or hybrids. I can't guarantee what you will get back, since it is dependent on what others send in, but I will do my best.

3. A return address label.

4. Return postage: at least 5 stamps. The local post offices all consider bubble envelopes to be parcels, not envelopes.

* Canadian GW members are welcome to join, as long as their seeds reach me by March 9 and they send US$ to cover return postage (Canadian stamps won't work here).

* Send me an email to confirm joining. Include your mailing address, and the #1 cucumber, melon, or summer squash on your wishlist. I will be posting the #1 wishlist varieties on this thread. I will reply with my mailing address within 2 days.

This post was edited by habitat_gardener on Sun, Feb 10, 13 at 3:45

Comments (46)

  • socalgardengal
    11 years ago

    I'm in,sent email. Thank you for hosting :)

  • borge99
    11 years ago

    may I join?

  • itzybitzy_gw
    11 years ago

    Count me In:o)

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    Wonderful! At least 4 people on the first day!

    Someone asked about winter squash. The Incredible Edibles Pumpkins, Winter Squash & Gourds swap is scheduled for October-November.

    Don't forget to send me an email, and make sure your email address is unblocked so that I can reply.

    This post was edited by habitat_gardener on Mon, Feb 11, 13 at 0:31

  • eircsmith
    11 years ago

    Hello "habitat_gardener". Thanks for the thread. Just Count me in.

  • ngraysmith
    11 years ago

    Hi! I am new to seed swapping and also am starting a new garden at a new house. So, I don't have much to share (a few leftover seeds from last year). Not sure whether I should join or not. Thanks!

    Nicole

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    Hoping for at least 10 participants...we're up to 6 so far.

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    Here are the #1 wishlist cucurbits so far.

    Zucchini Eight Ball
    anything Italian
    Melon: Escorial, Savor, or Charentais
    Cukes: all kinds and sizes
    Melon: 'Tigger', 'Rich Sweetness' or 'Apple Melon' or other single serve size

  • socalgardengal
    11 years ago

    Sending mine in next week, just waiting on an order coming in :)

  • skyblue52
    11 years ago

    Hello I would like to join Susan

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    one more addition to the most-wanted list:
    Poona Kheera Cuke or any unusual Indian Cuke

    We have 8 people signed up so far. Let me know if you haven't received my email.

    socalgardengal
    borge99
    âªeircsmith
    tormato
    itzybitzy
    scorpioangel
    skyblue52
    (plus one person from another site)

  • itzybitzy_gw
    11 years ago

    Habitat gardener:D I have sent you couple e-mails and had no answer? wonder what happend.They should be under ItzyBitzy :-)

  • itzybitzy_gw
    11 years ago

    ngraysmith, you need to make you email available for other to see/contact you,I have some extras veggies seeds that I can share with you,contact me if intrested.Itzel

  • pinkiris
    11 years ago

    I would love to join! if not too late =)
    Thanks!!

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    Itzel, I sent you my address on Feb. 14, and sent it again just now. Check your spam folder, too!

    pinkiris, yes, you can stll join! I sent you my address.

  • pinkiris
    11 years ago

    Just checked my email and nothing came through, even checked in spam. please resend, thank you =)

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    hmm, it seems the emails through gweb aren't getting through. I sent again directly to your email address.

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    I've started receiving packages! Two so far. And there's still time to join.

    borge99
    eircsmith
    itzybitzy
    pinkiris
    scorpioangel
    skyblue52
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato
    +1 from another site -- received

    Do you have a favorite recipe for cukes, melons, or summer squash?

    I had a terrific "spaghetti" at a community garden potluck that I didn't realize was all raw vegetables and herbs until I was told the noodles were spiralized summer squash! I had to try a second portion to be sure.

    It doesn't really feel like summer to me unless I'm picking cucumbers in my garden and eating them on the spot.

  • mchill320
    11 years ago

    I'm in. Sound awesome.

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    Great! We now have 10 people (including me). And there are still 4 days to join.

    update...

    borge99
    eircsmith
    itzybitzy -- dropped out
    mchill320
    pinkiris
    scorpioangel
    skyblue52
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato
    +1 from another site -- received

  • borge99
    11 years ago

    put mine in the mail today

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    One more day to join!

    update...

    borge99 -- mailed in
    eircsmith
    itzybitzy -- dropped out
    mchill320
    pinkiris
    scorpioangel
    skyblue52
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato
    +1 from another site -- received

  • julia42
    11 years ago

    Hi Habitat_gardener,

    I'll join too!

    -Julia

  • julia42
    11 years ago

    Hi Habitat_gardener,

    I'll join too!

    -Julia

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    Last day to join! Here's who's participating.

    borge99 -- mailed in
    eircsmith
    itzybitzy -- dropped out
    julia42
    mchill320
    pinkiris
    scorpioangel
    skyblue52
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato
    +1 from another site -- received

  • julia42
    11 years ago

    Dropped my envelope in the mail today!

    -julia

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    they're trickling in...

    borge99 -- received
    eircsmith
    itzybitzy -- dropped out
    julia42 -- mailed in
    mchill320
    pinkiris
    scorpioangel
    skyblue52
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato
    +1 from another site -- received

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    I've received some packets of pumpkin seeds. Who wants them?

    5 received, 5 to go...

    borge99 -- received
    eircsmith
    itzybitzy -- dropped out
    julia42 -- received
    mchill320
    pinkiris
    scorpioangel
    skyblue52
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato -- received
    +1 from another site -- received

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    borge99 -- received
    eircsmith
    itzybitzy -- dropped out
    julia42 -- received
    mchill320
    pinkiris -- mailed in
    scorpioangel -- received
    skyblue52
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato -- received
    +1 from another site -- received

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    Two people haven't checked in here or replied to direct emails, so I assume they've forgotten or dropped out. So the final count of participants including me is 9.

    A few people contributed some winter squash seeds. Please let me know if you're interested in receiving some of these. I can send or post a list in a day or so -- 20+ varieties.

    borge99 -- received
    eircsmith -- ???
    itzybitzy -- dropped out
    julia42 -- received
    mchill320 -- ???
    pinkiris -- received
    scorpioangel -- received
    skyblue52 -- mailed in
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato -- received
    +1 from another site -- received

  • julia42
    11 years ago

    I'd be interested in hearing what varieties they are.

    Thanks,
    Julia

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    I've received all the packages!

    It turns out I have about 20 watermelon varieties (about a third hybrids), and only one person has requested any watermelon seeds. If anyone else would like watermelon seeds, let me know! Or if you want to add to your want list, please do.

    borge99 -- received
    eircsmith -- ???
    itzybitzy -- dropped out
    julia42 -- received
    mchill320 -- ???
    pinkiris -- received
    scorpioangel -- received
    skyblue52 -- received
    socalgardengal -- received
    tormato -- received
    +1 from another site -- received

  • socalgardengal
    11 years ago

    Ok twist my arm, I'll try a few watermelon. Do you have any that are small in size? And I'll try a few winter squash also. I have Turban and Buttercup already. Thank you :)

  • pinkiris
    11 years ago

    I would love some watermelon both hybrid and non please =)

    thanks!

  • julia42
    11 years ago

    I wouldn't mind some seedless watermelon seeds, if you have any of those.

    -Julia

  • scorpioangel sunset 21
    11 years ago

    I created a sunny spot in the front - send any watermelon seeds my way.
    Thank you!

  • mchill320
    11 years ago

    sorry college is overwhelming me and i haven't sent in my seeds. I am dropping out. Sorry.

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    11 years ago

    Update: Almost done! I'm planning to send out the envelopes on Thurs. or Sat. I spent some time splitting up some of the large seed packages, so expect a fat envelope!

  • julia42
    10 years ago

    Any updates?

    -Julia

  • habitat_gardener
    Original Author
    10 years ago

    I mailed them all out today, Saturday! They should arrive sometime next week.

  • julia42
    10 years ago

    Thanks! Looking forward to it!

    julia

  • borge99
    10 years ago

    yippee! cant wait

  • borge99
    10 years ago

    rec'd my seeds today. thank you so much to everyone involved

  • socalgardengal
    10 years ago

    Thanks so very much! Today I received a wonderful variety of seeds to try out. Thank you for the beans Habitat! Appreciate everyones generosity! Happy Spring planting!

  • pinkiris
    10 years ago

    Thank you so much! What a wonderful surprise in my mailbox today =) Very happy!! Happy Easter Happy Spring

  • julia42
    10 years ago

    I got my seed package yesterday - thanks so much! I can't wait to try them! I have some soaking on my counter right now.

    Happy!
    Thanks,
    Julia