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Seed Libraries

Heirloom seeds to start your own garden.

Grow a variety of herbs, ornamentals and edible plants. Save money and reduce your carbon footprint by growing nutritious food at home.

Learn which heirloom plants are ideally suited for Sacramento’s weather
Grow from non-genetically modified heirloom seeds

Upcoming seed and garden events
Join us as we tend to library gardens, harvest crops and prepare for planting season.

Have Questions?

Where are the seed libraries located?

Seed libraries are available at Colonial Heights, Galt-Marian O. Lawrence, Orangevale, Robbie Waters Pocket-Greenhaven, Southgate and Rio Linda libraries.

How much are the seeds?

The seed libraries are completely free of charge and available to anyone.

How can I help the seed libraries going?

Bring back heirloom seeds from what you produce to any of the seed libraries. We’ll use them to sustain a regional collection of seeds for others to enjoy.