Citrus Libraries New Seed Library Takes Root

With two successful months of checkouts, the Citrus County Library System is excited to announce the launch of our second Seed Library at the Homosassa Public Library, on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. The Seed Library will offer a variety of fruit, vegetable, and flower seeds free of charge to community members.

Seed libraries are a wonderful extension of library services because, like a traditional library, a seed library can provide an educational experience, while creating an intergenerational activity that can be enjoyed by all. They allow community members to cultivate their own gardens, grow their own food, and be introduced to a variety of fruits, vegetables, and flowers. It’s a way to encourage gardening, grow local awareness, and simply having fun outdoors.

The Citrus Libraries Seed Library will also provide informational resources and materials to, beginners, seasoned gardeners and everyone in between, from live programs to books and materials.

How It Works

Stop by the Homosassa branch in Homosassa or the Lakes Region branch in Inverness to browse our extensive collection of seeds. Community members are invited to take up to 4 packets of seeds per visit. There is no cost or need to return seeds.

This resource was made possible thanks to donations by the Friends of the Homosassa Library and the Friends of the Lakes Region Library. Seeds are free and were generously donated by Lowes, the UF/IFAS Extension Services of Citrus County, True Leaf Market, Baker Creek, and Park Seed.

Keep an eye out! Our library system is always developing new programs and services for all members of our community. More seed libraries are in the planning stages, and one could sprout soon at a Citrus Libraries branch near you! To stay up-to-date on all things Citrus Libraries, be sure to follow us @CitrusLibraries on Facebook and Instagram, or bookmark our website, citruslibraries.org.