Seed Library
Borrow, grow, return...and learn! The seed library is an ever-changing selection of seeds, available for free. Experience the joys of gardening, save money, discover new plants and encourage sharing. While supplies last.
Available seeds include:
- annuals
- heirloom varieties
- herbs
- perennials
- vegetables
Please visit the display on the second floor to pick up your seeds today. Limit: 5 per person.
If you wish to bring your own seeds to share (must be less than 2 years old), the library will provide envelopes and blank labels.
Thank you to those who have donated seeds to this collection: Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co, Burpee Seed Company, Groovy Plants Ranch, Gurney's Seed & Nursery Co, Herman's Garden Seed Donation Program, Livingston Seed, The Ohio State University Extension (Franklin County Office), Redwood Organic Seeds, Roush Hardware, Sow Right Seed, and Target (Polaris Towne Center).Â
Plant Cutting Library
Take a plant, leave a plant - for free! Located near the computer lab on the second floor. While supplies last.
To propagate a plant for sharing with others:
- Clean scissors or shears with sanitizer wipes.
- Choose a thick, healthy stem.
- Cut the stem just below a leaf node.
- Strip the lower leaves of the stem, leaving a few at the top.
- Dip the end of the stem in rooting hormone.
- Place the cutting in a glass of water.
When you get home:
- Put your new plant in a glass of water.
- Place in a warm and bright location, out of direct sunlight.
- Keep the water above the cut line or growing roots. Change the water once every 1-2 weeks.
- Check regularly for signs of growth.
- Once the roots are strong, transplant into a pot of moist potting mix, sand, perlite, or vermiculite.
- Keep moist but watch for rotting.
- Enjoy!
