How many seeds do people typically want when they ask for trade? It is usually 'assumed' that there will be about 25 seeds...the standard for most seeds. Many things are regularly traded in much smaller quantities, and are often noted on the member's trade page, or in their post. A couple of things that are often traded in lesser quantities, are tomatoes, peppers maybe tree seeds maybe shrubs-(who really needs 25 lilacs?) morning glories sweet peas, specialty seeds, or more expensive commercially bought seeds and I'm sure there are numerous others. Communication is key...so the trader knows just what they are getting for sure. Many members send a LOT more than 25 seeds, but that is usually when they have a ton of a particular variety that they want/need to get shared b4. Taken from the FAQ here.... How many seeds are considered a 'fair' trade? A fair trade is whatever you and the other trader agree to. Generally, two to three dozen seeds should be enough to ensure germination and growth of a satisfying number of plants. However, the most certain way to assure both parties will be satisfied is to discuss quantities when negotiating the trade. All the Seed Exchange FAQ that need some updating as far as postage costs. I will get to that in time. Sue >

I have no idea... normally when hybrids are designated they use F1 and F2 for various stages of hybridization. It sounds like someone that is just trying to show a difference between two plants that may or may not really be different. I would ask them directly what they mean by that designation and if it actually refers to the number of hybridizations that have been staged between several species or merely a made up designation for plants that simply look different despite similar parentage.

Thanks for the answer, Linda. The ENGLAND is stamped in ink under the glaze - there is a crackle finish over the entire bowl. I just have a regular camera, but I'm going to take some pictures of the bowl & the serving pieces. I don't know how to post them, but could email them to you to have a look at when I get them developed. Sue

Hi,Is our swap still active?I found some fabric today,pencils,umbrellas,watermellon,raindrops,cows,pigs, grass,just to name a few at a fabric shop I hadn`t been in for a while.It was so much fun!I`m so excited about this swap!Cathy,I hope your schoolwork is going okay,please let us know what`s going on as soon as you can.I don`t mean to rush you,I`m just starting to worry a little about you. Robin