Krycek1984, I want to address a few points brought up in your post. First, there's really need for more personal attacks. There were enough of those already in this thread. While I sometimes disagree with iforgotitsonevermind, she certainly isn't generally ignorant, and even when she and I see things in almost totally opposite ways, I don't think she tries to be arrogant. Maybe she gets a little over excited, but don't well all. Iforgotitsonevermind's concern was not whether mimosa is currently considered an invasive pest in the area, but whether it had the potential to be in the near future. Your assurance that it "will not become an invasive species unless global warming goes crazy", falls short of convincing me. As I said above, I'm not convinced that it will ever become a problem, but your assertion, that it's not even close, doesn't convince me the other way, either, and seems to be based more on feeling than proof. Your question about who cares if you plant Bradford pears can have many answers including a number of invasive plant groups (which are concerned about their damage to the environment in many areas), neighbors (who worry about the trees falling over the property line onto their car, producing a foul smell, or making the neighborhood ugly when they fall apart at an early age), and those that want to share information they've learned from their mistakes or observations.

There has been no changes . This stands as I posted it. I am Pam. More info can be found as (Plant Swap Canton,Ohio May 26). Please see that posting for follow up. Simpson United Methodist 4900 Middlebranch Ave NE. Canton ,Ohio 44705 I would like to thank everyone for their input. Time 11:00 set - up 1:00 Round Robin Swap to begin What to do? Please label your plants with name and growing instructions. Place plants in shade out side of the shelter Who to bring? Friends, children, and spouses Hot Sandwiches and canned soda will be sold as a Church fundraiser for the use of the facility. Donations can be made if you desire. Feel free to bring your own coolers and snacks lawn chairs small tables, blankets, Shade tents for your comfort. Pen and paper, markers and tape, bags, boxes to carry your swaps in. What to bring? Anything garden related you want to swap: House plants, Garden plants, Bulbs, Sun hats, Gloves, Seeds, Seedling, Flower pots, starting supplies, Pond supplies and plants Tools, snippers, clippers, gardening books or magazines Signs and markers, Bird feeder, Birdbath potting soil, Steppingstones This is a free event We have 2 Ball field, play area for children Six Semi shaded acres for you to enjoy. NO Sales Please. NO Alcohol We would like general idea how many people to plan for. Please feel free to include what you have to swap and what you are looking for. Pre arranged swaps are welcome.

I sure can! The plant swap, date, time and place will be announced on April 17th. But unless something changes between now and then it will take place on Sat. June 10th at 11am. Location is still being tossed around but it's leaning towards either Loudonville or Wooster. I'll also be having a small swap at my house sometime after the large one. It will be in NE Ohio (Portage County). I'll email you once I have full details! Tameron

Can't wait to get there! I am bringing at least two other folk from Columbus, we are caravaning it. Glad I'll be able to see you Mao/Ralph it wasn't the same with out you at the Hilliard swap! Twila its been too long since I saw you so it will be great to catch up. Have no idea as to what I'll be bringing!