The Verdancy Project invites you to take part in our annual mail-in seed swap and seed packet art exchange. This is a chance to share seeds, create original packet artwork, and connect with others who enjoy both art and gardening.

Learn more and sign up at: https://www.verdancyproject.com/seedswap

Who can join?
Anyone in the U.S. There is no age limit.

What do I need to do?

Sign up
Pay the small participation fee
Create 11 seed packets with original artwork
Mail them to The Verdancy Project
Because of postage and customs issues, this swap is open to U.S. residents only.

What do I receive?

At least 10 packets of seeds mailed back to you
Seed packets featuring original art (you can frame them once the seeds are used)
Your artwork included in an online exhibition
A feature on our social media
A chance to connect with other creative gardeners
What does it cost?
The fee is $15.
This covers return postage, processing, packaging, and work to create the online exhibit.

You are responsible for providing your seeds (which can be from your garden), your art supplies, and the cost to mail your packets to us.

What kind of seeds should I include?

Seeds can be flowers, herbs, vegetables, or fruit.
Please send organically grown seeds.
You may send seeds you saved yourself, purchased seeds, extras from a seed company, or seeds gathered during travel.
Make sure the seeds are fresh (no more than 2 years old) and include enough in each packet for a good harvest.
Each of your 11 packets can contain a different variety.
PDF presentation on how to save seeds from an OSU Master Gardener.

About the packet design:

Packets must be 4×6 inches or smaller
You may make your own envelopes or use premade ones
You can create one design for all packets or make each one different
Include:

Common name
Variety
Year the seeds were collected
Any growing tips (optional, can be a separate sheet)
Your name and website/social media
Seal packets well so seeds do not fall out
Deadlines:

December 31, 2025 – Last day to sign up

January 31, 2026 – Seed packets must be received by this date

You will receive your seed packets back in February 2026.

Mail your packets to:
The Verdancy Project
30310 SE Division Dr.
Troutdale, OR 97060

Questions?

Email us at info@verdancyproject.com