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Plant Swap: Grow Your Green Collection!

Come together with other green thumbs in the community to share plants and gardening knowledge. You may discover a new favorite! Remember: no plants left behind! Bring bags and let's grow together!

Sponsored by The Sheridan at Green Oaks.
In partnership with the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners.

The Master Gardeners will be available at this event to answer all your plant-related questions. Don't miss the opportunity to get expert gardening advice!

Prizes to Win:

• 2-in-1 garden kneeler & seat
• Gardening tool sets
• Soil meter, watering globes, and more!

Plant Exchange Guidelines

Welcome to our Plant Swap! We’re thrilled to bring the community together to share our love for gardening. To ensure a fun and smooth experience for everyone, please follow these friendly guidelines:

1. Community Spirit
       No Selling: This event is all about sharing. Please don’t sell plants or materials.
   
   
2. Respectful Swapping
       Mutual Agreement: All exchanges should be agreed upon by both parties. Let’s keep the spirit of sharing alive!
   
   
3. Healthy Plants Only
       Pest-Free: To keep our community healthy, please bring only pest-free and disease-free plants.
   
   
4. Take It Home
        No Leftovers: If you don’t swap a plant, please take it back with you. No unexchanged plants should be left at the library.
   
   
5. Helpful Tips
   - Label Your Plants: Include the plant’s name and care instructions to help others care for their new green friends.
   - Healthy Condition: Ensure plants are healthy and potted in clean containers with fresh potting soil. Water them a day or two before the event to keep them hydrated but not overly wet.
   - Bring Your Best: Limit to 3 plants per person to encourage variety and sharing.
   - Cuttings: If you’re bringing cuttings, they should be at least 4-6 inches long and placed in water or damp paper towels for transport.
   
   
6. Advance Registration
       Register early for a chance to win a gardening-related prize! It helps us gauge attendance and prepare.

Thank you for participating! We can’t wait to see you there and watch our gardens grow together!

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