INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Public Library’s Seed Service has returned for the 2023 spring and summer season.
“The seed library is a library within a library,” Glory Perez, with IndyPL said.
The Seed Library Service allows Hoosiers to take home free vegetable, flower and herb seeds to plant in at-home gardens. The library limits 25 seed packets per household.
The Seed Library will offer over 40 different seeds including:
- Marigold
- Milkweed
- Sunflower
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Oregano
- Turnip
- Carrots
- Cucumbers
- Green beans
- Peppers
- Pumpkins
- Zucchini squash
- Tomatoes
- And more
Seeds will be offered at 19 public library branches.
Perez said some of the library branches offering the seeds are in food deserts and having these seeds in a big deal for the neighborhood.
“When you're in the food desert, access to fresh produce is very limited and it's very far for people to go so having this is like a great asset and providing like a start to growing your own food, encouraging food sovereignty. We have a food pantry but there is no fresh produce so this is a great added asset," Perez said.
In addition to the Seed Library, some branches will also offer gardening classes. The classes will cover gardening basics, how to plant seeds indoors and when it’s safe to plant the seeds.
For more information on which branches are participating and what seeds will be available, click here.
-
Central Indiana's first theme park is coming in Summer 2026
SkyLake Theme Park, a multi-attraction development featuring water rides, year-round tubing, and dedicated adult zones, is set to break ground just off U.S. 31, about 10 minutes north of Grand Park.
Mosquito Bucket Challenge: A social media trend to help manage mosquitoes
You've probably heard of the Ice Bucket Challenge. Now, get ready for the Mosquito Bucket Challenge.
Community leaders unite to combat youth violence in Indianapolis
In the wake of a recent mass shooting on July 5, community leaders across Indianapolis are coming together to address youth violence and foster lasting relationships within neighborhoods.
WNBA Junior League Clinic inspires young girls
Around 100 young girls recently had the exciting opportunity to participate in the WNBA Junior League Clinic, where they laced up new sneakers and learned from WNBA players and coaches.
