Scotland County Seed Library Grand Opening

(Updated: July 17, 2024, 12:20 p.m.)

Scotland County Seed Library GRAND OPENING!


N.C. Cooperative Extension, Scotland County Center is teaming up with Scotland County Memorial Library to bring you our first ever SEED LIBRARY!

GRAND OPENING ~ JULY 22, 2024

(but will accept plant/seed donations NOW)

Seed libraries are a community resource, fostering a culture of shared sustainability and promoting the joy of gardening.

Functioning much like traditional libraries, seed libraries provide a platform for individuals to acquire seeds FOR FREE, return unused seeds, or donate seeds, seedlings, rootings and cuttings from plants grown at home!

Seed libraries encourage the growth of organic produce, supporting local ecosystems, and contributing to biodiversity.

A white cabinet that displays a sign reading "Coming Soon! Plant Swap and Seed Library."

Seed libraries not only promote healthy activities like gardening but also play a crucial role in sustaining food sources and preserving native plant varieties.

Our seed library will initially prioritize providing seeds for vegetable gardening and home food production, but over time will also highlight heirloom and native seeds, encouraging plants that serve as vital habitats for birds and essential pollinators, while also combating the spread of invasive species.

(Description adapted from the State Library of North Carolina)

A sneak peek of seed varieties that were provided to us by Eden Brothers and will be available to the public are:

Rainbow Blend Carrots

Ruby Queen Beets

Snowball Y Improved Cauliflower

And MANY MORE!

Packets of seed in a cardboard box.

A huge thank you to Scotland County Memorial Library for including us on their project and our Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteers of Scotland County for devoting their time to making it happen!

Volunteers work to create custom seed packets.

Location: 312 W Church Street, Laurinburg NC 28352

Hours: Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6PM, Saturday 9am - 2pm

Opening Date: July 22, 2024

Happy Gardening!

Lets Grow Together, Scotland County Seed Library