Hello, For those libraries that have a Seed Library. How long do you keep the seed library out for patrons? We do have some "cold crop" seeds for Autumn planting. Also, how do you handle this years seeds that didn't go out> Do you recirculate them in the next year? Thank you! Lori West Program and Outreach Coordinator Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 269-665-7839 www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org<https://www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org/>
Those are some great questions! We too are starting a seed catalog using the old card catalog. I am also wondering about the age of seeds; they do have a best used by date. Is it worth keeping seeds older than 1 or 2 years? Amy@ West Branch District zv351 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Lori West via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 2:04 PM To: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] seed library questions Hello, For those libraries that have a Seed Library. How long do you keep the seed library out for patrons? We do have some “cold crop” seeds for Autumn planting. Also, how do you handle this years seeds that didn’t go out> Do you recirculate them in the next year? Thank you! Lori West Program and Outreach Coordinator Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 269-665-7839 www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org<https://www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org/>
I've attached a link to a list of seed viabilities from the company that I buy my seeds from. https://www.highmowingseeds.com/blog/seed-viability-chart/ Seed Viability Chart | High Mowing Organic Non-GMO Seeds<https://www.highmowingseeds.com/blog/seed-viability-chart/> Ever wondered how long you can save your seeds and have them still be viable? We've created this chart to help you determine the longevity of your seeds. Proper seed storage conditions... www.highmowingseeds.com I got a good crop of peas this year from pea seeds that were four years old. I do, however, plant sees closer together as they age. Bob Robert P. Holley Professor Emeritus, Wayne State University 13303 Borgman Avenue Huntington Woods, MI 48070-1005 email: aa3805@wayne.edu phone: 248-547-0306 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Amy Winter via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 3:49 PM To: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org>; Lori West <lori.west@gcmdl.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] seed library questions [EXTERNAL] Those are some great questions! We too are starting a seed catalog using the old card catalog. I am also wondering about the age of seeds; they do have a best used by date. Is it worth keeping seeds older than 1 or 2 years? Amy@ West Branch District zv351 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Lori West via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 2:04 PM To: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] seed library questions Hello, For those libraries that have a Seed Library. How long do you keep the seed library out for patrons? We do have some “cold crop” seeds for Autumn planting. Also, how do you handle this years seeds that didn’t go out> Do you recirculate them in the next year? Thank you! Lori West Program and Outreach Coordinator Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 269-665-7839 www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org<https://www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org/>
We keep our seed library available all year. We have several hydroponic growing systems that often spark discussions about solutions to year-round gardening in this climate. We've also had programs on topics like winter sowing. Herbs especially are great to keep access open all year. It also helps to keep our seed stock fresh. Donations tend to pick up in fall and that helps carry us through the winter but I do also do some supplemental purchasing. Becca Hruscik (she/her) Head of Adult Services | Delta Township District Library 517-816-8256 | bhruscik@dtdl.org<mailto:bhruscik@dtdl.org> ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Robert Holley via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 6:06 PM To: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org>; Lori West <lori.west@gcmdl.org>; Amy Winter <amy@westbranchlibrary.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] seed library questions I've attached a link to a list of seed viabilities from the company that I buy my seeds from. https://www.highmowingseeds.com/blog/seed-viability-chart/ Seed Viability Chart | High Mowing Organic Non-GMO Seeds<https://www.highmowingseeds.com/blog/seed-viability-chart/> Ever wondered how long you can save your seeds and have them still be viable? We've created this chart to help you determine the longevity of your seeds. Proper seed storage conditions... www.highmowingseeds.com I got a good crop of peas this year from pea seeds that were four years old. I do, however, plant sees closer together as they age. Bob Robert P. Holley Professor Emeritus, Wayne State University 13303 Borgman Avenue Huntington Woods, MI 48070-1005 email: aa3805@wayne.edu phone: 248-547-0306 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Amy Winter via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 3:49 PM To: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org>; Lori West <lori.west@gcmdl.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] seed library questions [EXTERNAL] Those are some great questions! We too are starting a seed catalog using the old card catalog. I am also wondering about the age of seeds; they do have a best used by date. Is it worth keeping seeds older than 1 or 2 years? Amy@ West Branch District zv351 ________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Lori West via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 2:04 PM To: michlib-l@mcls.org <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: [Michlib-l] seed library questions Hello, For those libraries that have a Seed Library. How long do you keep the seed library out for patrons? We do have some “cold crop” seeds for Autumn planting. Also, how do you handle this years seeds that didn’t go out> Do you recirculate them in the next year? Thank you! Lori West Program and Outreach Coordinator Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 269-665-7839 www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org<https://www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org/> CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Delta Township organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
The Jonesville District Library opens their seed library in early March and closes it in mid October. We store any leftover seeds in airtight containers in an unheated storage room. Hope this info helps, -Laura Orlowski, director Jonesville District Library 517-849-9701 jonesville@monroe.lib.mi.us ________________________________________ From: Michlib-l <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Lori West via Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 2:04 PM To: michlib-l@mcls.org Subject: [Michlib-l] seed library questions Hello, For those libraries that have a Seed Library. How long do you keep the seed library out for patrons? We do have some “cold crop” seeds for Autumn planting. Also, how do you handle this years seeds that didn’t go out> Do you recirculate them in the next year? Thank you! Lori West Program and Outreach Coordinator Galesburg Charleston Memorial District Library 269-665-7839 http://www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org/<https://www.galesburgcharlestonlibrary.org/>
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