Seed Share 2026
For those interested in bringing seeds to share:
Seeds can be from commercial packets, opened or unopened, or commercial seeds that have been divided into smaller packets, as well as home saved seeds.
For seeds not in commercial packets, paper or glassine packets (which are breathable) are preferred over plastic. If plastic is used, make sure the seed is properly dried, and consider folding tiny seeds into a piece of lightweight paper to avoid static cling to the inside of the plastic bag.
Pack enough seed to give a decent sample to grow out in a backyard garden so folks get a chance to try something new. We are not necessarily intending to supply Market Garden sized plantings.
Seed packet labeling
- Common name (“Lettuce”, “Zinnia”)
- Variety or descriptive name ( “Deer Tongue”, “State Fair Mix” )
- Name of grower or contributor
- Year grown, or last germination test
- Other helpful information:
- Interesting seed variety history
- How likely the seed is to be true to name (Open pollinated, or controlled pollination)
- Culture tips