Update: This swap will be held on Sunday, May 17 at 10:00 a.m.. (no idea when the Brampton swap is - someone please let me know if it conflicts!) **Note: this is the Victoria Day long weekend. Rain or shine: let's hope for NICE weather! Here's a link to my blog/site for more details: http://ronypony.blogspot.com/2009/03/spring-west-end-gta-plant-swap.html PLEASE leave a comment at the bottom of my page to RSVP. Also add information about what you'll be bringing and/or looking for. We all stand a better chance of getting what we want (and getting rid of what we don't) if we plan ahead. See you there? Here is a link that might be useful: Toronto West-End Plant Swap

OK, we're sick of cold and white stuff and will be driving to see relatives (long overdue) in the southeast for the next couple of weeks so thought I'd better update planning for our spring fling plant swap. Some our 'swappers' come from further away than the twin cities AND that is also the date for the Shades of Green Hosta Society Plant sale in Rochester (8-12) so wanted to give distance travelers and folks who would like a chance to check out that sale earlier to have a chance to do so then grab a bite at one of our great restaurants before the swap while finishing in plenty of time for everyone to get home safely. What say we aim for starting the swap at 2pm (flexible based on input) on Sat. 5/18. Let me know if you think you can make it and I'll provide directions. will

Meant to post this on the exchange page. Use the link below and post there. Sorry about the mistake Fran Here is a link that might be useful: Boston Area Spring Swap info DETAILS

Karen W., yes, we still have Opuntia Dark Knight for you, but it is a new one. One important lesson was learned about them in 2020. While they root easily and start growing, the original pad that touches the ground is not yet ready to be exposed unprotected to the outdoors moisture (rain) - and it is likely to rot if it is. It needs to age (cork) its surface first to become as resistant as the mother plant. So while it is advantageous for the cutting to be exposed to full sun outdoors, it should not be allowed to get wet for a prolonged time until its base is woodified and brown.