# Monsoon fuels plant swap trend in Pune

2026-08-15T00:48:15+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk

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Pune residents are using the monsoon season to swap plant cuttings, saplings and seeds through WhatsApp groups and community meetups, expanding their gardens at low cost. The trend has grown from apartment societies to informal gatherings at places like Empress Garden. Enthusiasts say the rainy season's moisture and cooler temperatures make propagation easier, attracting first-time gardeners. Some even run free giveaways on Instagram, rehoming hundreds of cuttings, bulbs and saplings. “Monsoon is the best time to do exchanges,” said Sheetal Jhaveri, a resident of Pashan.

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- timesofindia.indiatimes.com <https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/pune/from-cuttings-to-saplings-plant-swaps-bloom-in-pune/articleshow/133223348.cms>

Tags: Community exchange, Monsoon, Pune, Urban gardening
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