Success StoryPlant and Seed Swap Sows Knowledge



Plant and Seed Swap Sows Knowledge

Author: James Morgeson

Planning Unit: Washington County CES

Major Program: Horticulture, Consumer and Home

Plan of Work: Increasing Agricultural Systems In Washington County

Outcome: Initial Outcome

At the request of participants from several horticultural classes a seed and plant swap were held at the Washington County Extension office. The goal of the swap was to increase the diversity of plants in local gardens, increase gardening knowledge, and to propagate rare varieties. There were a wide range of plants and seeds swapped including: perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs, and a variety of seeds and bulbs. Participants introduced themselves to the group and discussed what they brought to swap, how to grow them, and any personal stories about what they brought. A survey after the swap had the following results:  100% said they would attend a swap again, 95% stated they had gotten plants they weren’t familiar with but had learned more about them and how to care for them, and 70% said as a result of attending the swap they were going to attend future horticulture classes.






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