Seed Library

Using the Seed Library

The Seed Library is open to Schiller Park residents regardless of whether they have a Schiller Park Public Library card. The Seed Library is self-service.  Seed packets are free, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. While supplies last.  There is no obligation to return seeds.

Checking out Seeds

The Seed Library is available during certain seasons. Because the seed library is a limited shared community resource, we ask that users be mindful of how many packets they take per visit.

HOW IT WORKS – Grab. Garden. Grow!

STEP 1: Select the seeds you would like to plant.  You are allowed up to five packets per household per growing season.

STEP 2: Record your selected packets on the “Seed-Checkout Ticket”, with your name, seed code (listed on the back of the packet) and number of packets you are “grabbing” and drop it into the ticket box.

STEP 3: Follow the planting instructions included on the packet which contains plant-specific instructions for you to achieve the best results or find additional information available in our SEED CATALOG binder.

**Please Note: The Seed Library gives no guarantee of quality, germination, or purity.

If you’ve checked out seeds from the library, please share photos of your plants as they grow!

Email: programs@schillerparklibrary.org

The library will post all submitted photos on our Facebook and Instagram social media.