The Quincy Public Library, in its mission to provide patrons with the materials, facilities, and programs to meet lifelong learning, cultural & recreational needs, now has a Seed Library! Stop by the library, browse through the Growing Guide provided at the Seed Library station, and choose seeds to check out and grow at home!
What is a Seed Library?
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A seed library is a collection of open-pollinated and heirloom seeds that you can borrow to plant and grow at home. Seeds are returned by collecting them from the mature plants!
How does it work?
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There is no cost to borrow seeds from the Seed Library
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Come into the library and choose seeds to check out between February 1st and September 15th.
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No library card is required.
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You are allowed to borrow up to five packs per week, per family.
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There is no requirement to return seeds. All that the library asks is that everyone makes a sincere effort to return seeds at the end of the season.
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Seed donations will be accepted year-round.
Why a Seed Library?
By saving seeds as a community, we help:
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Create locally adapted plant varieties and preserve genetic diversity.
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Encourage seed saving and the planting of non-GMO, heirloom plants.
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Preserve rare, heirloom seeds to help revive lost and endangered varieties of seed.
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Strengthen regional food security.