The Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute will host a community seed swap Saturday at its Nature Center and Botanical Gardens, offering local residents a chance to exchange seeds, share gardening knowledge and connect with fellow plant enthusiasts.
The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the institute’s campus, 43869 State Highway 118, about four miles southeast of Fort Davis. Organizers encourage participants to bring seeds to trade but say attendance is open to anyone interested in learning more about native plants, gardening and conservation in the Chihuahuan Desert region.
Seed swaps are designed to promote biodiversity, preserve locally adapted plant varieties and support sustainable gardening practices. They also provide opportunities for community members to learn from one another about growing conditions unique to Far West Texas, including drought tolerance and soil challenges.
The nonprofit institute, also known as the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center & Botanical Gardens, focuses on research, education and conservation related to the Chihuahuan Desert ecosystem.
For more information, residents can contact the institute at 432-364-2499 or visit cdri.org.
