Spring is here, and there’s no better way to celebrate than at the Hardman Farm Annual Community Plant Swap! If you missed out last year, now’s your chance to join in on the fun.
The 2nd Annual Community Plant Swap is happening on Saturday, March 29th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
“We’re excited to bring the community together for a fun day of plant swapping, sharing seeds, bulbs, cuttings, and gardening tips,” said Sarah Summers, Assistant Manager of Hardman Farm. “This time of year, many people are cleaning out their flower beds and have plants, bulbs, or extra seeds from last season that could use a new home—what better way to make use of all that excess than through a plant swap?”
You can drop off your plants, seeds, seedlings, bulbs, and even small garden tools, trellises, or gardening books at the Hardman Farm Visitors Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 22nd to Friday, March 28th, or bring them directly to the swap on Saturday, March 29th.
All plants, seeds, and bulbs should be healthy, pest-free, and labeled. Make sure they are non-invasive—check Georgia’s invasive species list here.
During the swap on March 29th, you can select a few “new” plants, seeds, or bulbs to take home. “We’ve been growing many plants at Hardman Farm for the swap, and some of our Friends of Hardman Farm volunteers have generously donated plants too,” said Summers. “We’re excited to see what the community brings to share. Even if you have nothing to contribute or are new to gardening, we encourage you to come. We’ll have plenty, and gardeners love to share. Our goal is to help build connections between local plant enthusiasts.”
A Master Gardener from Hardman Farm will also be available to answer questions and provide gardening advice. She’ll host a houseplant workshop at 11 a.m. during the swap.
Anyone interested is encouraged to bring a houseplant they’re struggling with or one they’re particularly proud of for advice.
The plant swap is free to attend. Hardman Farm mansion tours will be available throughout the day for regular admission: $13 for adults, $9.75 for seniors, $8 for youth (ages 6-17), and free for children 5 and under.
For more details, contact the Hardman Farm Visitors Center at 706-878-1077, email Sarah Summers at [email protected], or visit gastateparks.org/hardmanfarm or facebook.com/hardmanfarmstatehistoricsite.
