The Edison Public Library is growing with Seed Libraries sprouting up this spring.
The goal of a Seed Library is to foster a sense of community among gardeners, nurturing locally adapted plant varieties, and seed sharing.
Through our Seed Library, sponsored by the Friends of the Edison Public Library, a variety of seeds for native plants, flowers, and various vegetables, along with corresponding educational resources, will be available free of charge for personal gardening purposes.
The Seed Library will kick off at the Main Library on Wednesday, May 7, and will also be available at the Clara Barton and North Edison branches as well as the Bookmobile shortly after. Interested patrons can stop by the Seed Library Station to ‘check out’ packets, grab a gardening guide or planting calendar, and learn about seasonal workshops.
To ensure equitable access for all, patrons may ‘borrow’ up to three seed packages per month. Seed availability will vary based on donations and demand, and while sharing and donation of commercially packaged, non-GMO, heirloom, and/or organic seeds is encouraged, it is not required.
For more information, questions, or donations special to the Edison Public Library’s Seed Library, contact Sherri Rase at srase@edisonpubliclibrary.org. |
