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Seed Library

The Seed Library is a free, community-driven seed borrowing system that provides an opportunity for people to grow their own healthy food. Library card holders borrow vegetable and herb seeds that they plant, grow, and harvest while letting a few plants mature and return to seed. Borrowers then return these new seeds to the Library collection. By returning seeds from successful plants, local gardeners help sustain the Library's collection.

Current Seed List

FAQs

Are all the seeds heirloom varieties?

The seeds in the LCL Seed Library are heirloom varieties (saved and passed down for generations). We encourage seed donors to practice organic growing methods and to provide honest information about their seed donations.

How many seeds may I borrow?

Please borrow responsibly; borrow only what you intend to plant, grow and save / return. You are now part of a community of gardeners and we ask that you respect that the Seed Library is a shared public resource.

When are the seeds available?

The seed library will have materials available throughout the year, though not all seeds can be planted year round.

Can seeds be sent to any Lambton County Library location?

Seeds can be reserved online for curbside pickup at any Lambton County Library location. Visit our online catalogue for a list of the current seed list. A Library Card and PIN code is required. Alternatively, you can contact Watford or Wyoming library for assistance.

How do I grow seeds?

Seed propagation depends on the seed variety. Information is available with each seed packet including directions for planting and growing that are seed specific. For more information look at the resources listed below and monitor our online program calendar and social media, Facebook and Twitter for information on upcoming workshops.

When may I return the seeds?

You can return seeds any time after you've completed the seed saving process. After saving your seeds, please package and label them to include the species, variety, year saved, and any other information that may be valuable to others.

Who do I call for more information?

Please contact one of the following libraries for more information.

Wyoming Library

P: 519-845-0181;

Watford Library

P: 519-876-2204

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