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Did you know that this year the Clean River Advisory Council has launched a Community Seed Library?
Did you know that this year the Clean River Advisory Council has launched a Community Seed Library?
Seed libraries offer a way to preserve plant varieties, foster gardening knowledge, and build self-reliance within the community. Find us at scheduled local events across the Quad Cities area to grab your seeds and promote native planting.
Seed libraries offer a way to preserve plant varieties, foster gardening knowledge, and build self-reliance within the community. Find us at scheduled local events across the Quad Cities area to grab your seeds and promote native planting.
We invite you to read below to learn more and connect with available resources found below.
We invite you to read below to learn more and connect with available resources found below.
What’s a Seed Library?
A Seed Library is just like a book library—but with seeds!You browse, borrow, and plant seeds for free. If you can, return or donate seeds at the end of the season to keep the cycle growing!What’s a Seed Library?
Why It Matters:
✅ Encourages home, school, and community gardening✅ Supports pollinators like bees & butterflies✅ Preserves local and native seed varieties✅ Builds access to healthy, homegrown food✅ Brings neighbors together to learn and growWhy It Matters:
Who Can Use It?
Everyone is welcome! From beginners to green thumbs—families, schools, and curious gardeners of all ages. No experience needed. Just a willingness to try something new and grow!Who Can Use It?
How It Works:
Browse our seed selection—free for all.Take what you need (just a few seeds, not the whole pack).Plant at home, in containers, or at a community garden.Use local guides to help care for your plants:📍 Rock Island Library📍 Davenport Library📍 Master Gardeners hotline📍 Growing and Planting GuidesHow It Works:
Return or donate seeds at the end of the season (optional but appreciated!).
Tips for First-Time Gardeners:
🌱 Start with easy seeds: beans, lettuce, marigolds, sunflowers📦 Read planting instructions on the seed envelope💧 Water regularly🌞 Watch them grow—gardening is fun, relaxing, and rewarding!Tips for First-Time Gardeners:
Want to Get Involved?
Donate seeds 🌾Volunteer or host events 🤝Share photos & stories of what you grow! 📷Want to Get Involved?
Let’s Grow a Stronger Community—Together!📍 Ask us questions📚 Use home-growing guides🧺 Grab free seeds todayVisit the Seed Library and let your garden journey begin!
ADDITIONAL links
ADDITIONAL links
Davenport Public Library's Seed Library - Information on visiting DPL Seed Library and available plant resources
Davenport Public Library's Seed Library - Information on visiting DPL Seed Library and available plant resources
Iowa State University Extension | Resources and information on growing trees, shrubs, flowers, lawns, houseplants, fruits, nuts, vegetables in yards and gardens
Iowa State University Extension | Resources and information on growing trees, shrubs, flowers, lawns, houseplants, fruits, nuts, vegetables in yards and gardens
Rock Island Public Library's Seed Library| Information on visiting RIPL Seed Library and available plant resources
Rock Island Public Library's Seed Library| Information on visiting RIPL Seed Library and available plant resources
University of Illinois Extension | Range of plant topics and online resources available, including growing guides
University of Illinois Extension | Range of plant topics and online resources available, including growing guides
Wild Ones- Illinois Prairie | Handouts, guides, and articles about native plants and how to effectively grow locally
Wild Ones- Illinois Prairie | Handouts, guides, and articles about native plants and how to effectively grow locally
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