On Jan. 31, hundreds of residents came to the annual seed swap sponsored by the Douglas County Extension Office.
On Jan. 31, hundreds of residents came to the annual seed swap sponsored by the Douglas County Extension Office. The Master Gardeners were on hand for assisting, demonstrating, and answering questions.
“The doors opened at 9 a.m., and by 10, there was no room to walk,” said organizer Lorna Doerr.
This year’s set up placed the seeds on tables in the center of the room – each one representing a different type, including veggies, herbs, flowers, cover crops and even trees.
“The piles of available seeds were as tall as me, and easily accessible to the participants,” Doerr said “I appreciated the labeling of the seeds – and I am also intrigued by new varieties or colors. All available for just a $5 entry fee.”
Around the room were several informational booths.
Douglas County Public Library staff explained that the Seed Stand is going to move away from the door and be near the fax machine near the large print books.
The Extension Office had information and books and shirts on hand.
Heritage Park Gardens offered free seed starter kits and those disappeared within the first 90 minutes.
“Beekeepers had a table as well as our own Miss Mary who happily demonstrated ways to start seeds,” Doerr said. “The buzz in the room was exciting. One participant, Gwen Marsh, told me she looks forward to the seed swap every year. This year, she took home zinnias and peas.”
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