It's a good point that there are two different things going on in most seed swaps.
Some people have lots of stuff they are happy to share freely as long as SOMETHING comes back, and the seeds do go to someone who will probably grow them out eventually, not just hoard them or re-trade them.
Other people have limited numbers of more rare seeds, that they want to trade for something of comparable rarity or value.
I don't know whether the swap needs two different channels or methods to accommodate those two different goals ... probably not.
>> All the information on how to grow etc. should be entered in the ATP plant data base.
>> People can access the data base to find information about their seeds.
>> People offering seeds should make sure that the data base entry for what they are offering is up to date.
That's a great idea! It also populates the plant database with information beyond the plant name.
Personally, I like to get as much info as I can fit onto each label, but I just love details. In my own stash, I appreciate it if the label itself reminds me of the basics like watering needs and "needs stratification" or "resents being transplanted". That's just me. Writing anything beyond the most-basic basics on each label should be voluntary.
