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Seed Purge 2012/2013...Hop Aboard!

legallyheidi
11 years ago

Welcome to the Seed Purge 2012/2013! This is posted on Idig & Dave's Garden, as well (I'm legallyheidi on both)...

Participants should:

Have the ability to send seeds in by the deadline (January 4, 2013)

Check on the thread at least a once per week

Let me know in this thread that you would like to participate & I will message my address to you. THE PURGE IS OPEN TO US AND CANADA.

1. You can send in up to 50 seed packs. If you are sending in extra seeds as a bonus please mark them clearly as a bonus. If you send in 50 packages, you will get 50 packages back. If you send in 5 packages you will get 5 back. Bonuses will be divided between everyone, so you should end up with more than you send in. There is a maximum of 2 packages of each variety per person. Variety meaning "Dixie Butterpea", not legumes in general You can send veggies, flowers, and herbs.

As a rule, seed packets should *try* and contain the following:

Small seeds: at least 10

Larger seeds: at least 20

(I totally understand if it's something rare and you have 7-8...however, putting in 2-3 seeds of anything is not acceptable)

2. Please send NAMED VARIETIES of seed. Please mark the seed package with the type of seed (annual, biennial or perennial flower). PLEASE DO NOT SEND KNOWN HYBRIDS. Basically put as much info as you can on the packet. Or if possible, send seeds in the original packet. If there is anything that is unsure of, just ask! Do not include mixes or mystery seeds. It isn`t fair to send mystery seed to people who followed the instructions & sent in named varieties. Mystery varieties will be sent back to you.

When you grow out the seeds that you receive please try not to be upset if an occasional plant is not true. However, please don`t send in seed that you know is crossed & will not grow true.

Please do not include seeds that are older than 2009.

3. Please include a list of the seeds that you are sending in (or message me with the list). Also include a wish list or preferences and if there are any seeds you do not want to receive. I will try my best to accommodate your wish list, but there are no guarantees. The returned seeds will be completely dependent on what is sent in. The easiest wishlists to fill include some specifics (Malachite Box Tomato), but also some general wishes (Green-when-ripe tomatoes). Don't be shy. It is easier, if your wishlist has 200 things on it. If you wish to message me your wishlist, please feel free, and if you�d like, post it (or some of it) on the thread. If you have something on your wishlist & get it from another source, change your mind, or find something that you wish to add to your list, just let me know. It is no trouble to change the lists until the day that I send them out�then you�re kinda stuck.

Please include both your real name and your screen name � so I know who has sent in their seeds!

WHAT TO SEND:

Inside your bubble wrap envelope you should have:

1. Whatever seed you are contributing to the swap

2. 5 Stamps

3. Your address.

4. A wish list or list of preferences or do not want list

5. Include your name & Screen name

If all seeds arrive by 01/04, I aim to have them back in the mail by 01/07 (a Monday).

(Between Idig & DG I have 7 participants so far...I'd love alot more!)

Comments (71)

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Awesome! I emailed you, herbal :)

  • beautifulreddahlias
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I would love to join this swap!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Awesome! Welcome #26 :)

  • surfer102100
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I like to join the swap if it is not too late. Thanks.
    Lea

  • beautifulreddahlias
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Sent out my seed today!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Awesome! I'll let you know when they arrive :)

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Beautifulreddahlias, I received your seeds. Great stuff!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I need everyone's seeds within the next two weeks...not to rush anyone...just a reminder ;)

    This post was edited by legallyheidi on Sat, Dec 22, 12 at 15:02

  • elliesfun
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Is it too late to join this swap? LMK.

    Ellie

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Shot you an email, Ellie :)

  • gee_oh_nyc
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Hello Heidi,
    Thanks for hosting! Hope I can join too. I spent this evening getting seeds ready to send out in the morning.
    All the best,
    George

  • chefconnie
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I mailed my seeds this morning!

  • tammie-grow
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Mine went out this morning also!
    Merry Christmas Everyone!!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Awesome! George, I sent you an email :)

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Here's my tracking list...you can still join if you can get the seeds in by Jan. 4th.

    Participants:
    midwestfarmwife ~Rec. Seeds
    Gardenmermaid~Rec. Seeds
    Sherilou~Rec. Seeds
    Penny
    DebbieG
    Kim from DG Forums
    czimmerman00 from DG Forums~Rec. Seeds
    vanlearwoods from GardenWeb Forums~Rec. Seeds
    risingcreek~Rec. Seeds
    jessicaleighhughes~Rec. Seeds
    JJJessee~Rec. Seeds
    riverman~Rec. Seeds
    Pfg from DG Forum
    MNWildflower from DG Forum ~Rec. Seeds
    saradavidson from GardenWeb Forum ~Rec. Seeds
    BerryMomma~Rec. Seeds
    Babcia from GardenWeb Forum~Rec. Seeds
    chefconnie from GardenWeb ~Rec. Seeds
    grdngramma from GardenWeb ~Rec. Seeds
    Kelli9699 from GardenWeb~Rec. Seeds
    christina00~Rec. Seeds
    Tammy from GardenWeb ~Rec. Seeds
    imabirdnut from GardenWeb
    herbal from GardenWeb
    beautifulreddaliah from GardenWeb ~Rec. Seeds
    bethw336 from Dave's Garden ~Rec. Seeds
    LInFL ~Rec. Seeds
    time2bee ~Rec. Seeds
    Gee_Oh_NY from Garden Web~Rec. Seeds
    farmergirl2009 from Garden Web~Rec. Seeds
    dougnjess

    This post was edited by legallyheidi on Tue, Jan 1, 13 at 16:33

  • dougnjess
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    May I still join? I have lots and lots of seeds that I could send.

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Emailed you, dougnjess.

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Seeds are due in one week and one day...if there's going to be a delay, please let me know.

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Vanlearwoods: Received the seeds! And that was an excellent wishlist :) I would rather have someone list more things than not.

  • xiangirl zone 4/5 Nebraska
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I'm in! I'm Heidi, too. Wonder why you're "legally" Heidi! There must be a story! If you email me the address I'll prepare my seeds and get them in the mail tomorrow.
    Heidi in Nebraska

  • steeljd
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I would like to paricipate if I can...send me your address and I can mail them tomorrow! Thanks!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Emailed you!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Emailed you!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Heidi in Nebraska: I chose legallyheidi because I'm a Paralegal...I thought it was cute ;)

  • Kelli9699
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    My package went in the mail yesterday. Hopefully they arrive soon.

  • strmywthr3
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I want in please.

    Barbi

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Messaged you, Barbi!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I just updated the received list...if you have not mailed your seeds yet, please let me know.

  • imabirdnut
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I mailed my seeds...have you received them???
    Please let me know!
    Thanks,
    Lila aka 'imabirdnut'

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Yup, I got them Lila.

    I'm still waiting on seeds from a few participants...so it looks like my original shipping date on Monday will not happen. However, I have started sorting through seeds and matching them with their recipient, as well as sorting through bonus seeds. If you are in need of your seeds quickly, I can mail yours out Monday...I have hear from a few on the Idig forum who want them mailed Monday, so it's not a big deal if you want your seeds quickly.

    Let me know :)

  • gee_oh_nyc
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Thanks for letting us know, Heidi. No rush for me. Thanks for all your hard work.
    Happy New Year.
    George

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    dougnjess, I received your seeds today. Everyone has mailed their seeds, yay!

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Everyone's seeds have arrived, and I'll spend the next couple of days sorting and packing. I should have them all mailed by Saturday...I'll post when I mail.

    Edit: GW will not let me post duplicate posts, so...I found out this morning that I could fit 10 envelopes in my mailbox, and that's what I did. 10 today, 10 tomorrow, and the remaining Saturday (unless ice and snow gets in my way).
    Anywoo, today I mailed:
    Christi L.
    Beth W.
    Heidi R.
    George D.
    Laura S.
    Cathy R.
    Mary S.
    Deloris S.
    Nina K.
    Ellie Mae H.

    Edit again since I cannot make back to back posts:
    Alrighty...I bombarded the mail lady today with a paper grocery bag of packages...she looked a little in shock! Everything has been mailed except for Penny & Sarah Davidson...even though I had Canadian stamps, I still have to have it processed in the post office. I'll do that either tomorrow or Monday. I'll let you know!

    This post was edited by legallyheidi on Fri, Jan 18, 13 at 12:51

  • babcia
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Wow! Excitement! I got my pack of seeds today. This is always like Christmas for gardeners.

    Thanks, Heidi. As usual I've gotten some things that I'm not familiar with and that's always part of the fun.

  • elliesfun
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Received my seeds and all I can say is "Wow". I see I am going to have some fun planting this year. Thank you for organizing the swap Heidi and to everyone who sent in seeds. Have a great gardening year everyone!

    Ellie

  • Kelli9699
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    It was so exciting getting the mail yesterday. Two seed exchanges came. I received my package and it is awesome. Thank you so much Heidi for organizing the exchange. Happy planting everyone!!!

    Kelli

  • Kelli9699
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    It was so exciting getting the mail yesterday. Two seed exchanges came. I received my package and it is awesome. Thank you so much Heidi for organizing the exchange. Happy planting everyone!!!

    Kelli

  • Kelli9699
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    It was so exciting getting the mail yesterday. Two seed exchanges came. I received my package and it is awesome. Thank you so much Heidi for organizing the exchange. Happy planting everyone!!!

    Kelli

  • gee_oh_nyc
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I just got back home from a work trip and found the seeds waiting for me. Great selection!
    Thanks Heidi and to everyone who participated.
    Wishing good sprouts to everyone,
    George

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Y'all are very welcome :) When you receive the seeds, please either post on this thread or email me so I'll know.

  • chefconnie
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    You all are making me so anxious to receive my seeds! Still waiting on them, my saturday mail already came and it wasn't there :(. It will be a fun weekday surprise it seems.

  • imabirdnut
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I received the seeds at the end of last week but had Internet challenges until today!!!
    Thanks for hosting!!!
    Lila

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I'm still waiting to hear from
    saradavidson
    chefconnie
    grdngramma
    Tammy
    beautifulreddaliah
    farmergirl2009
    dougnjess
    surfergirl

    PLEASE let me know when you receive the seeds.

    This post was edited by legallyheidi on Wed, Feb 6, 13 at 20:21

  • chefconnie
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I have not received my seeds yet :( Where are they being mailed from? I got a package yesterday from Lousiana but I think that was the other swap I am in because the host lives in Lousiana.

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Oh no! It's coming from Georgia...please keep me updated.

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Oh no! It's coming from Georgia...please keep me updated.

  • chefconnie
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Still no seeds today, I think they may be lost?

  • legallyheidi
    Original Author
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    I hope not...let's give it until Saturday...if nothing by then, let me know Connie. I tried to email you, but it came back as saying "Invalid Email Address".

  • chefconnie
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Heidi, the seeds still have not arrived. I don't know why the email address says invalid? my email is chefconnie@hotmail.com maybe if you don't go through Garden Web. A moderator in another swap says her Gardenweb email isn't working?? I have plenty of seeds so no need to resend. I am glad someone got use out of the seeds I sent :) have a great spring!!

    Connie

  • grdngramma
    11 years ago
    last modified: 9 years ago

    Very sorry, I did get my seeds quite some time ago, they were WONDERFUL!! Thanks so very much.