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About the Seed Library

The Seed Library at Glen Cove Public Library, started on Earth Day of 2017, is a free resource for Glen Cove Public Library cardholders. For thousands of years saving seed has been an important tradition that encourages self-reliance, brings communities together, preserves valuable heirloom varieties and helps to identify and encourage development of locally adapted varieties. In addition to teaching the community about the importance of Seed Saving, we will also offer workshops and feature events on sustainable gardening and other subjects that increase self-sustainability and resilience. Come in and fill out a Seed Library Membership form and check out some seeds.

The Seed Library is open through September 21.

Membership Form – English

Membership Form – Spanish

More information can be found here.

Upcoming Seed Library ProgramsGarden to Table Vegetables: Saturday, April 19 at 10am Register hereGrowing Green: Tips and Tricks from Pauley the Plant Man: Saturday, May 10 at 2pm Register hereGardening for Butterflies with Keystone Plants: Saturday, June 7 at 2pm Register here

Companion Planting Guides

Companion Planting while not fully understood or thoroughly studied is a time-honored garden technique where plants are situated next to each other with the idea that they help each other in some way to grow better.

Whether the planting combination repels unwelcome insects (think Marigolds or Basil with Tomato to deter Tomato Hornworm), offers a little mid-day shade (Lettuce with Lupines or other tall plants that let in some dappled sun) or gives your plants a little boost both in height and nutrients (Three Sisters: Corn, squash and beans), companion planting is a great way to maximize space and create visually beautiful, vigorous gardens, and gain some nice diversity to boot.

Take a look at the following guide for a quick overview of combinations that work. If you have a penchant to experiment and have a observational demeanor why not try to create some new combinations.

An In-Depth Companion Planting Guide from Mother Earth News
For a healthy, thriving garden, consult this companion planting guide when you’re deciding what seeds to put where.

Powerpoint Presentations

To view the presentation click on the slides below.

Got Garlic?  How to Harvest, Cure and Store Garlic!

Got Garlic? How to Harvest, Cure and Store Garlic!

Late Bloomers: Or, What Can I Plant Now for a Fall Harvest?

Late Bloomers: Or, What Can I Plant Now for a Fall Harvest?

All About Garlic

Organic Gardening 101

Organic Gardening 101

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