What is the Seed Library?
What is the Seed Library?
Answer
We offer a variety of purchased and donated vegetable, herb, and flower seeds for customers to “check out”.
Where are Seed Libraries located?
Do I need a MYLink card to use the Seed Library?
Yes. Need a MYLink card?
Can I donate seeds to the Seed Library?
Absolutely! Please see the Seed Donation Guidelines below.
Questions about Seed Library?
Please contact Looscan Neighborhood Library staff at 832-393-1900.
SEED DONATION GUIDELINES
We are happy to accept donations of open-pollinated, heirloom, and/or locally saved seeds in any quantity—even seeds from left-over purchased seed packets can be shared!
Commercial Seed Donations
• If you would like to donate leftover commercial (store-bought) seeds, please tape shut the seed packet and place it in the donation box.
Home Grown Seed Donations
• Home grown seeds are accepted as long as they are not hybrid seeds.
• Please make sure seeds are collected from mature plants and dried correctly.
• Include the following information on the seed package:
- Plant Name - Sun Requirements - Planting Depth & Spacing & - Harvest Date
• Tape the seed packet shut and place in donation box.
* We do not recommend donating seeds more than one year old. Please note that hybrid seeds and seeds saved from grocery store produce are not suitable for the Seed Library.