Coming 2021: our very own seed library!
Borrow, grow, return
Borrow seeds from the library, grow them in your garden, then return your saved seeds to the library in the fall.
Make a donation
We need your help to "grow" our inventory! Donations are being accepted now. Here's how you can help:
- Complete our seed library donation form, then attach the form to an envelope filled with the saved seeds.
- Drop your donation at any of our branches.
Quick facts
- The Seed Library is located in our Scotland-Oakland Branch.
- Choose from over 80 varieties of seeds.
- Patrons may borrow up to three seed packets at a time.
- At the end of the growing season, try your hand at seed saving, then donate the seeds back to the library. This creates an ongoing supply loop to fuel the seed library!
- Borrow a set of basic gardening tools to get started:
Questions?
Email our "Seed Librarian" for more information.
Seed Resources
- Basic Seed Saving - Seeds of Diversity Canada
- Canadian Seed Catalogue - Seeds of Diversity Canada
- Seed Saving Basics by K.Ruby Blume - Institute of Urban Homesteading
- Watch our "Let's Get Growing" series on our YouTube Channel