I don't use Word, I use a PrintMaster program--there are lot of graphics programs that will do labels of any size, most will come with templates. But regardless of what you use, they're actually simple to make without a template. Select a label size that is 30 labels per sheet. Add a text box and shape it to the space you desire. I generally have the text box fill 2/3s to 3/4s the length, it spans from top to bottom. In the open space I paste in a graphic. In the text area I add a common name and in italics I put the botanical name. I then put in sowing depth, expected germination such as early or mid spring, transplant spacing, light requirement and A, B, P. Of course, the info you put on a label is entirely up to you. The basic minimum should be the common name with a description, or common name and botanical name. After that anyone can look up the name and explore information about the plant. T

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 hate to bash anyone, but for over a year I had promoted PepperJoe when the subject came up. THen, I later find out he sent me incorrect seeds. Which I understand happens from time to time even from the best. But when I contacted him about it, I got a very cold shoulder in response. So, probably dozens on this list have had good luck with him but my one and only experience was not good and just like when someone does me right, I talk about it. I do the same for anyone that does me wrong. I just feel that when you PAY for seeds from an established vendor, you should expect to get what you PAY for. If not, a dismissive attitude is not the correct response when you contact them. Bruce

Did you get this pattern yet? Is it the "Footprints in the Sand" poem you're looking for? I stitched it for my in-laws a few years ago...I may still have the pattern. I'll look when I get home tonight and email you if I still have it. Donna