The 5th Annual Greedy Geek Swap

9 years ago

It's that time again!! Start collecting your seeds, and labeling them well...because this round robin is now open!! All seeds must be in by NOV 26th. All others will be returned unopened.

Jump on in and let us know you are joining us!! Anything will do! Type "In", "Yes" or even "HECK YEA!!" just so we know to expect your envie! Don't forget to click the "going" or "joining" button or whatever facebook is calling it these days!

Here is how to do it. Package your seeds up , you can use anything from those small plastic envies to home made ones made from junk mail. Be sure to label them well so we know what it is, then stuff them in a bubble envelope, drop in return address label and return postage, seal the envelope up, and send it to me. When I get your seeds, I will replace each pack with one you did not send, take the address and stamps you sent and place them on the envelope. Seal it up and mail it back to you :). It's that simple!

Very few rules No seeds from before 2013.
No packs of "wild flower" seeds.
No more then 10 packs of one kind of seed
All packs must be labeled with what it is.
DO NOT send money for postage, just postage please.
Finally, HAVE FUN!!

Normally, the very large bubble envies take 5 or 6 stamps to return stuffed with seeds, medium 4, and the smallest take 3 stamps when fully stuffed.

This is a chance for new traders to see what Round Robin's are all about!! The exchange is one pack of your seeds for one pack of someone else's. People just wanting to share seeds are more then welcome to do so.

This will be a large seed swap - going across several sites so please get your seeds in as soon after the opening date that you can!

To join in or to follow the envies as they come in and out, visit us on facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thegardengeeks) where there will be constant communication. If your not a facebook user, just drop me an e-mail so I can get you my address!

Looking forward to some familiar names and can't wait to see the new ones that join us!

Hope you enjoy!
Robbi

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poisondartfrog
9 years ago
Add me, please.
Alana
User
9 years ago
Hi thegardengeek, I just sent you an email about the seed swap. I have a teeny garden but I save seeds and have so many. I'd like to add them into the mix but I do not need any more seeds. I'm new to this forum so hope I'm dong this right. Thanks
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pinkiris
9 years ago
would love to join!

Jayeanne
EricaBraun
9 years ago
Howdy Robbi,

I'd love to get a little more info about what's allowed. What are the expected seed counts? And how many total packs are we allowed to send in?
thegardengeek
Original Author
9 years ago
HI everyone. For some reason I am not getting your e-mails (I have only received one from poisondartfrog) please try sending them to me again! I have double checked and my account does say update me by e-mail and I have tested it out myself but the e-mail never was delivered (yes, I have checked spam as well) So, please email me thegardengeeks(at)gmail.com if you have any questions or you need my address to mail in your envie. I will respond to each and every e-mail so if you don't hear from me, you know I didn't get it. Sorry for this, not sure why there is a problem

For those asking about number of seeds, the best way to do it is add the amount of seeds that you would like to get back yourself in a trade. Remember that my trades are always a chance for new people to get their feet wet so we are not picky. Very few strict rules but the most important thing is labeling and to be sure that seeds have a chance to dry before packaging, I end up tossing out a fewf moldy seeds every year, but as I said-this is a chance to have fun and teach new traders!
tomsrosebud1996
9 years ago
I would like to join. I just emailed you.
EricaBraun
9 years ago
Go ahead and sign me up. Also, I sent you an email. If you don't receive it, let me know.
catanache
9 years ago
I'm in! Just sent you an e-mail. Thanks!
ishareflowers {Lisa}
9 years ago
I'm in!

When is the soonest we can mail and could I get your addy please.

Lisa
detroitgirl77
9 years ago
I'm in for this one! Missed it last year, but enjoyed it back the previous year.
heavenlyfarm
9 years ago
I would love to join!! :) One question, can I include bush/tree seeds? I would love to include different colors of rose of sharon, hibiscus, magnolia, etc.
~michael
heavenlyfarm
cghpnd
9 years ago
I joined through Facebook. Do i need to post here as well?
catanache
9 years ago
Just mailed mine, should arrive Monday. Thanks again!
grdngramma
9 years ago
I'd like to join too, please email me your address at mamahack@hotmail.com. Thanks very much for hosting, is a lot of work for you.
dm_kelly
9 years ago
I just emailed you so count me in!
Crystal Nading
9 years ago
Count me in too please!
EricaBraun
9 years ago
My seeds are on their way. They should reach you by Wed.
heavenlyfarm
9 years ago
Just wanted to give you an update that I will be finishing packing seeds this Friday and Sunday (my two days off!!!) and sending out this Monday coming up! :) Can't wait to see what I get! I will include a list of what I sent in, as well as a general want list if thats okay! :)
~Michael

P.S. Am I the only one already starting to plan out the gardens somewhat for next year? Lol too excited, even if I'll be adding/editing/changing my plans as new seeds come in, its great to get my thoughts and ideas down on paper! (plus we dropped to the 30 nights already and 50's during the day so i'm feeling less like weeding)
skyblue52
9 years ago
hello Im in. Susan
pinkiris
9 years ago
Robbi - package going out today!

Many thanks!
Jayeanne
catanache
9 years ago
Just received my seeds. Thanks!
heavenlyfarm
9 years ago
Robbi,

Just sent my package out this morning :)

~Michael
heavenlyfarm
socalgardengal
9 years ago
Would love to join in if not too late! I can mail out by Wednesday. Thank you!
heavenlyfarm
9 years ago
Got my new seeds yesterday :) Def have a few treasures here and a lot of new seeds to try!!! Thank you for hosting this swap!!!!
~michael
heavenlyfarm
EricaBraun
9 years ago
I received my seeds a couple days ago, and although I remembered to email Robbie, looks like I forgot to post here. I received some fantastic seeds. I was absolutely thrilled with the package I got. Thanks so much, Robbi!
pinkiris
9 years ago
Thank you so much for the variety of things you sent back! Very pleased. =)

Jayeanne
thegardengeek
Original Author
9 years ago
Please, do not send any more seed envies with over 50 seed packs. The swap is coming to a close and I don't want to end up sending all marigolds :) Cut off for large seed envies has passed! Thanks!
Crystal Nading
9 years ago
Got my seeds today there were a couple that I have been dieing to try but didn't want to shell out the money for. I may have to expand my garden next year thank for hosting this swap it was great!
sigma3
9 years ago
Would love to join if not to late. I can send envelope tomorrow. Thanks
sigma3
9 years ago
Would love to join if not to late. I can send envelope tomorrow. Thanks
ishareflowers {Lisa}
9 years ago
I got my seed packet back, thank you! I got several that I'm looking forward to growing.

Thank you for hosting.

Lisa
EricaBraun
9 years ago
One more huge thank you to Robbi. What a fabulous swap!

Do make sure you all show your appreciation for the wonderful job Robbi did by leaving a review on the Rate & Review forums. Link provided below:

Here is a link that might be useful: Robbi's Rate & Review Page
poisondartfrog
9 years ago
I got the usual eclectic mix of seeds in my envelope today. That's what I like most about this swap, the wide range of seed types.
grdngramma
9 years ago
Got my seeds today, great variety, can't wait to plant, thanks very very much.

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