The Seed Library is stocked from February 1 until we run out of seeds. Seeds are separated by herbs, ornamentals, greens, vegetables, and fruits. Please take only what you will use. Feel free to divide packets; use a paper envelope to take out what you need, staple the original packet shut, and leave it in the green bin. Envelopes and pens are provided for labeling. Questions on how to start your seeds? We also have gardening books available in the regular collection.

If you or your organization has seeds to share, please consider donating them. We welcome donations of any ornamental or vegetable seeds. Simply place your seeds in an envelope or container with the type of seed, variety, and date of harvest.

Plant Propagation Station

What is plant propagation?

Plant propagations are pieces, or cuttings, from plants that grow their own root systems and become new plants.

Why have a propagation station?

This project helps promote green spaces and cleaner air by enabling the community to take and grow plants in their own homes. Plants are a fun hobby—and come with the added benefits of cleaner air in your space—but it can be hard to maintain a plant collection because of plant prices. The Library hopes this program will promote green spaces at no charge to the community!

How it Works

Take a plant

• Take home a houseplant cutting of your choice (Wet a paper towel, wrap the roots and use a wax paper bag to transport your cutting.) Please leave the jar.
• Do a little online searching to find out what care your plant likes.
• Plant your cutting in potting soil at home and enjoy!

Leave a plant

The Propagation Station will only flourish if our houseplant community supports it with donations. If you’re ready to start donating to the Propagation Station, here are some tips:

To ensure your cutting is ready for propagation, please follow these simple guidelines:

• Use clean scissors or pruning shears.
• Cut a healthy stem just below a node (the point where a leaf grows).
• Remove the leaves from the bottom of the stem, leaving a few at the top.
• Place your cutting in water. After your cutting has rooted, wrap it in a damp paper towel and place it in a plastic bag to keep it from drying out during transport to the Library.
• Place your plant in an available jar. There are water containers available to fill your jar. You can label your cutting if you know the name of your plant. If not, we’ll figure it out.

Please note:

The Library cannot accept donations of plants in dirt, and please be sure your cutting is healthy and free of pests/disease.

Thank you and Enjoy!