Hi again A, I have included several links in the thread Special Instructions for Exchanges Here are a couple of threads that cover how many seeds. How many seeds are in one offer? and Fewer than 25 seeds??? Communication is most important when trading so both traders are happy with the trade. There is a link in the Special Instructions link above that covers the cost of mailing bubble envelopes. 'Most' traders use, and prefer that other traders use bubble envelopes to protect seeds when trading. The envelopes can then be recycled and used numerous times. If you have any questions, and don't readily find an answer, just post to Newbie question and answer thread!:) It is a thread over on the (off topic) Conversation side of the Seed Exchange forum....or feel free to start a new thread on Conversations addressing any questions. Lots of us are anxiously waiting for the chance to enable help new traders.

I got my hands on some left over seed but I could use advice now. I have about 50 seeds. They were packaged for use in 2009. The packaged says 80% germ in Jan 09. They were mostly stored in an un-air-conditioned house since 2009. Some seed from the same lot was planted last year and for whatever reasons (presumably poor germ but maybe also poor weather/too much or too little water...) they didn't make a stand. I don't know if any germinated at all, but if any did it wasn't noted. I assume if I can get just one plant to germinate I can multiply out this seed. I don't know if I can even get one seed to germinate, but I want to give it the very best chance I can, because I still haven't found any other sources. I've never started butterbeans as transplants before, but I'm thinking that may be the best way to go. What can you all tell me about how to optimize my chances? Farmerdill, thanks for the pointer on the white dixie butterpea. I may need to try that as well.

I meant to reply sooner, but have been away. Pawneepapa, you made it it a success! We just helped a little. I was wowed by the variety I received in the pack. I can't wait to get planting. This certainly helped stave off the winter doldrums. It's good to know the extras will be used and are appreciated. Thanks to all for making my first seed swap experience wonderful. I'll be participating again! Barb

Hi woodside, I just posted for some 2012 seed to trade. Generous packs and extras. Interested in any beans, ruby & freckle lettuce, walking onions, ornamental grass. LMK. I dont' see how to email you on this new site. Poppy