About our Seed Libraries

Our seed libraries feature organic and heirloom seeds from a certified vendor. Seed collections are seasonal and Central Coast climate friendly.

Browse herbs, seasonal vegetables, flowers, and native plants at the following locations:

Arroyo Grande Library
Atascadero Library
Los Osos Library
Morro Bay Library
Nipomo Library
Santa Margarita Library
Shell Beach Library
Shandon Library
San Luis Obispo Library

How to Use Our Seed Libraries

Choose up to three packets of seeds from our vintage catalog cabinets, then use the signup sheet to tell us what you took. Check guidelines at each location.

You don’t have to exchange seeds from your own garden. Our seed library program is a risk-free way to try something new!

More Seed Library Inspiration

Attend a garden workshop or plant swaps. Check our online events calendar for upcoming events for beginning and expert plant enthusiasts.

Garden with family and friends. Seeds fuel creativity and learning by doing and inspire math, poetry, journaling, history, and science moments. Borrow some gardening books for tips and tricks.

Go garden-to-table. Enjoy your bounty using ideas from the library’s collection of beautiful cookbooks.

Did you try our seed libraries?

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