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Published on 03/09/17

Gardeners invited to seed swap and gardening workshop at Rock Eagle 4-H Center

By Jessica Kallay

It may be too cold in parts of Georgia to put plants in the ground, but it’s just the right time to start seedlings. Those looking for new varieties or just a little gardening inspiration can join gardeners from across northeast and middle Georgia at the Rock Eagle Seed Swap on Saturday, March 18.

The event is part of the Saturday at The Rock series held at Rock Eagle 4-H Center in Eatonton, Georgia. This event is open to garden newbies and those with an experienced green thumb. The swap is a great opportunity to bring seeds and trade them in for something new. Don’t let leftover seeds go bad; instead, give them an opportunity to grow by trading them for something new. Seed swapping is a great way to save money, test new varieties of plants and talk to other gardeners about what works well in the area.

This session is free. Doors will open at 9 a.m. for guests to check in and drop off seeds. All seed types, seedlings and scionwood are welcome, with the exception of potentially invasive species.

At 9:30 a.m., local experts will share information on seed starting, garden planning, medicinal herbs and more. Seed swapping will begin directly following the presentation. Participants without seeds to swap can still stop by, enjoy the guest speakers, learn something new and see what a seed swap is all about. Light refreshments will be served.

While at the 4-H center, visitors are invited to drop by Rock Eagle’s Natural History Museum or take a hike to the teaching garden. Advanced registration is encouraged.

For more information or to register, contact Jessica Torhan at (706) 484-4838 or by email at jtorhan1@uga.edu. Saturday at the Rock programs take place the third Saturday of each month, excluding December. A complete list of Saturday at the Rock sessions can be found at www.rockeagle4h.org/ee/community/SaturdayattheRock.html.

Rock Eagle 4-H Center

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Rock Eagle 4-H Center will host a community-wide seed swap and gardening workshop on March 18.
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