The Memphis Public Libraries began the Seed Library at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library in 2016 with the help of Memphis Tilth and UTExtension. With donations from the public and funding from Friends of the Library to buy supplemental seeds, the Seed Library functions as a free exchange of seed packets for the Memphis community and is located on the 3rd floor of Central Library. A former card catalog now houses seeds of all kinds, including vegetables, flowers, and herbs. Take what you need, and after your harvest (if possible), donate seeds from your yield.
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Join us for the Seed Library Garden Club, a welcoming space for gardening lovers of all levels! Share tips, tricks, and stories about gardening, swap seeds, clippings, and plants, and explore seasonal topics to help your garden thrive. Let’s cultivate community and green spaces together! 🌻Check out our upcoming events below!
Garden Club Events:
Thank you to the Memphis Herb Society for their Herban Renewal Grant! Click here for a list of books discussing how to cultivate and use various herbs in cooking, medicinal practices, and more!
Visit our Gardening page for more gardening resources and events.
