What is a Seed Library?

It is a collection of seeds that people can "borrow" to cultivate their garden. They are then invited to bring back the seeds harvested from these crops in order to share them with other users. The collection is thus built up over the seasons, according to individual donations.

How Does the Atwater Library Seed Library Work?

It’s an honor-based self-service system. It follows the principle of sharing: take what you need and bring back from your own seeds once it’s possible for you.

Who can borrow seeds?

All beginners or experienced gardeners.

Do I need a library card to borrow seeds?

No, anybody can use the Seed Library. Just leave your contact info when you borrow the seeds.

How to borrow?

Once in the library, check for the seed varieties, take what you need, fill a form with the needed information, fold the paper you filled out and put it in the green watering can placed above the seed library.

Any penalties if someone couldn’t bring seeds back?

No penalties. This service aims to encourage people to contribute against the losses in agrobiodiversity and grow local seeds that are adapted to our particular environment.

For more information: https://www.atwaterlibrary.ca/library/seed-library/. You can also check the seed list by typing the term “seed library” in the library’s catalogue.