The 2017 Indy Seed Swap will be held on Feb. 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Historic Benton House (312 S. Downey Ave.). Rain or shine, sleet or 12” of snow, this seed swap will take place!
This is a free event for Indy’s urban gardeners at all levels (beginner to expert). If you save seeds or just love gardening, bring your seeds and stories and share with others. If you are new to seed saving, come and learn from Indy’s seed-saving community.
On the agenda for this year’s seed swap will be a home-built hydroponic seed starting demonstration Peter brings every year just to get some people motivated. The people spoke and they have designated 2017 the year of the native plant so let’s discuss what grows best in Indiana’s fickle climate. Debate will rage regarding the prettiest/tastiest Hoosier plants.
And yes, there will be chili!
photo by Paula Nicewanger/Weekly View
Kay Niedenthal of Purdue Extension giving directions on how to cook spaghetti squash.
Also Kay Niedenthal of Purdue Extension’s Nutrition Education Program will be demonstrating a recipe for Crustless Spinach Pie. Many ingredients from the garden can be added to the basic recipe for a quick, nutritious breakfast—everybody gets to taste a sample.
Last year’s 2016 Seed Swap had an impressive turnout: approximately 100 serious seed savers showed up on a not-so-nasty January day overflowing with seeds and plenty of tales about the 2015 growing season. In addition, several professional seed farmers graced us with their professional seed portfolios for sale and trade. Herb, flower, and vegetable seeds were exchanged.
The seed swap is a great way to get new varieties into your garden. If you are ready for spring, bring yourself, seeds, and enthusiasm and let’s swap! No matter what the weather on Feb. 11, we will be having this seed swap. So put it in 4-low and see you there! For more information, contact Pete Kuhns, pkuhns@gmail.com or the Weekly View newspaper at 317-356-2222.
