Eastwood Seed Library

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The Eastwood Seed Library is a free seed sharing program sustained through donations from the community.

The Seed Library supports seed diversity and open pollinated varieties suited to the local environment. It aligns with City of Ryde’s commitment to the circular economy, supporting sustainability, and promoting health and wellness.

Growing plants and saving seeds is a great opportunity for adults and children to learn about the life cycle of plants. 

How do I borrow seeds?

  • If you are already a member of City of Ryde Libraries, you can borrow from this collection. Not already a member? Register Online.
  • Seed selection is dependent on the season and availability as donations are received.
  • Visit Eastwood Library
  • Choose one seed packet. Take your seed packet to the Front Desk to borrow. There is a loan limit of one seed packet per family per month.
  • If you donate seeds back, we will thank you with one additional seed packet in that month.

I have my seeds, what now?

How do I donate seeds?

  • Seed donations are always welcome.
  • Prepare your seeds to be donated. Don’t know how? Follow this easy guide: How to save seeds(PDF, 450KB)
  • Return prepared seeds to Eastwood Library.
  • Return in a clean packet or collect a seed saving pocket from Eastwood Library. 
  • If you donate seeds back, we will thank you with one additional seed packet in that month. 
  • Staff reserve the right to decline donations that are deemed unsuitable for the seed collection.

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