Join fellow gardeners for the 5th Annual Plant and Seed Swap at the James L. Hamner Public Library! Bring seeds, seedlings, or plants to swap and trade—or simply come to meet other gardening enthusiasts and get inspired for the growing season.

New This Year – Soil Sample Drive:
Virginia Cooperative Extension will be on-site to share information about soil sampling. Pick up soil sample boxes before or during the event and drop them off at the Amelia Cooperative Extension Office (16360 Dunn St., Suite 202, Amelia) by May 1, 2026 to have them shipped for free.

Soil Analysis Cost:

Homeowner samples (lawn, garden, etc.): $10 per sample

Production samples (pasture, hayfield, crop field): FREE
Free shipping applies only to completed samples returned by May 1, 2026.

Additional Information:
Not sure how to collect a soil sample? Visit the Virginia Cooperative Extension table during the swap for guidance.

Hosted By:
Virginia Cooperative Extension

Free to attend