How many seed packets can I take?

UPDATE: Customers are now welcome to take as many seed packets as they are prepared to use.

Seed packets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Where can I get the seeds?

UPDATE: Our Seed Library is now located exclusively at our Main Library for the remainder of the season.

Where did WPL get the seeds for the Seed Library?
We purchased all our seeds from Ontario Seed Company (oscseeds.com).
How will I know how to plant my new seeds?

Each seed packet comes with a label that includes planting instructions. We have also included the seed name, seed number and Ontario Seed Company website link, so customers can easily access full planting, germination, and care instructions. 

What seeds do you have available in the Seed Library?

We have a selection of herbs, vegetables, fruits and flowers.

Herbs

  • Cilantro Coriander
  • Dill (Fernleaf)
  • Oregano
  • Chives
  • Parsley (Italian Plain)
  • Catnip

Vegetables & Fruits

  • Beets (Early Wonder)
  • Carrots (Rainbow Blend)
  • Green Beans (Blue Lake Bush)
  • Yellow Beans (Kentucky Wonder)
  • Radish Early Scarlet
  • Cucumber (Straight Eight)
  • Peas (Sugar Snap)
  • Zucchini Dark Green
  • Spaghetti Squash
  • Pumpkin (Howden)
  • Bib Lettuce
  • Swiss Chard (Bright Lights)
  • Red Kale
  • Cantaloupe (Hale’s Best)
  • Watermelon (Sugar Baby)

Flowers

  • Bee Pollinator Mix
  • Native Ontario Pollinator Mix
  • Double Shirley Mixed Poppy
  • Sunflower (Colour Fashion Mix)
Do I need a library card to use the Seed Library?
No. Anyone is welcome to use the Seed Library.