Seed Library

The PTPL Seed Library is closed for the season and will return early next spring 2023!

The Seed Library's inaugural year was a roaring success! Over 18 weeks, 232 patrons checked out 1,219 seed packets to take home and plant. Five different planting programs and informational presentations by the Washington County Master Gardeners helped support our community and seed library. The seed library will return with more seeds and programs next spring. We look forward to growing this wonderful community resource in the years to come!

  • What is a seed library?
    A seed library serves to distribute seeds for free in the community. Thanks to donations and funding from the Peters Township Public Library Foundation, we can offer this opportunity to the PT community. Seed libraries help reduce seed waste by repacking seeds into smaller quantities and provide information about successfully growing your seeds.
  • What seeds are available?
    A variety of fruit, vegetable, herb, and pollinator flowers are available. You can scan through the binder of seed packets to see what is currently available. You can also view them online here.
  • How do I checkout seeds?
    We ask that you take a maximum of 10 seed packets per week right now. After you select your seeds, you can find them in the labeled drawers. You will sign them out by filling out the date, your initials, confirming you have a library card, and writing what seeds you are taking.
  • What if I don’t see the seeds that I want?
    If you have a recommendation or other feedback, please leave a note in our “seed-gestion” box.
  • I checked out seeds, but what do I do next?
    Seed packets have some basic planting information on them and we have some brochures that also cover the basics. Different plants and varieties require very different care. We strongly encourage you to explore our website and find more information straight from the seed provider. You can also flip through the binder and review the information on the back of the seed packet.
  • How can I donate seeds?
    You can donate seeds by completing a seed donation form. Please note that the state has certain criteria that must be met to redistribute seeds.
  • What other gardening resources does the library have?
    In addition to books and magazines about gardening and plants, there are also several Great Courses and Gale Courses that can help you learn more. We have several upcoming programs this spring and summer to help get your garden started and maintain it throughout the year.

 

Related Programs

Check back here for information about gardening and growing programs.

Seed Saving 101 with the Washington County Master Gardeners | Wednesday, September 7, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm | Click here to learn more and register.

PTPL Seed Swap | Saturday, February 4, 10 am - 11 am | More information to come

 

Thank You!

The following organizations donated and helped contribute to the kickoff of our 2022 Seed Library.

  • The Peters Township Public Library Foundation
  • Home Depot (Bethel Park)
  • Trax Farms