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Seed and Scion Exchange

March 1 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Our annual Seed and Scion Exchange is a unique FREE event celebrating nature’s seed diversity. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or new to growing, this event offers a fun opportunity to exchange seeds, scions (cuttings), and gardening knowledge with fellow plant enthusiasts. Come explore the rich variety of seeds and scions—common contributions include herbs, veggies, annuals, perennials, and more. Plus, you’ll connect with a community dedicated to sustainable gardening and helping one another succeed.

This is a drop in style event so please plan to come anytime between 10 AM and 2 PM. Keep in mind that seed variety and availability will vary depending on what time you come and what other participants bring to swap.

How to Participate

First, be sure to register so that we know how many participants to expect. While registration is not required, it is appreciated!

We encourage that all attendees bring at least 5 or more of the items listed below.

  • 5-10 seed packets (partially used, homemade, or commercially sold)
  • cuttings or fruit tree scions to share
  • gently used gardening accessories, books, or magazines

If you are packaging your own seeds, please include the following on your seed packet:

  • Type of plant (vegetable, flower, herb)
  • Name of the plant (common name, scientific name if available)
  • Age of the seed

Make your own seed packets

Location

Oakhurst Garden (435 Oakview Rd, Decatur, GA 30030)

Getting There

The Oakhurst Garden is located at 435 Oakview Road in the Oakhurst Neighborhood of Decatur, at the corner of South McDonough Street and Oakview Road. We are southwest of Agnes Scott College and just east of the Oakhurst Village. View map.

Street parking is available in front of the garden, on Oakview Road. We also encourage biking to the event.

Come connect, swap seeds, and grow something new! 🌱

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EVENT DATE & TIME

March 1 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

EVENT WEBSITE

Organizer

Venue

  • Decatur Recreation Center
  • 231 Sycamore St
    Decatur, 30030 United States
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