The Lane Seed Library was introduced at the Hamilton branch in September of 2018 with a mission to connect local gardeners by fostering seed sharing while providing informational resources on seed saving and other gardening topics. In March of 2021, the Lane Seed Library extended to the Oxford branch. The Fairfield branch launched their seed library in March 2022. The Lane Seed Library continues to grow today through the donations of both organizations and individuals. It offers the opportunity for anyone to be able to grow a garden.
Choosing & Borrowing Seeds
Visit the Hamilton, Fairfield & Oxford Lane branch locations to get a seed borrowing form or print one off by clicking below. Complete the form to borrow seeds and get started growing. Some locations may require assistance from a Lane staff member to borrow seeds.
Fairfield Seed Library Holdings
Oxford Seed Borrowing Form – currently being updated
Donating seeds – Grow Some, Give Some
The Lane Seed Library includes heirloom and open-pollinated seeds only. Hybrid, genetically modified or genetically engineered seeds cannot be safely saved.
Save seeds from the plants in your garden. Need help? See resources below on seed saving.
Saving Seeds
Learn the basics of saving seeds from your favorite plants in order to enjoy them year after year! Visit lanepl.org/seed for more information on seed saving.