Welcome to the Seed Library!
The Brentwood seed library is a free resource for the Brentwood community. The seeds you borrow are lent to you at no cost. We offer a selection of flower, herb, and vegetable seeds.
View our 2023 Growing Guide below:
Vea nuestra 2023 Guía de cultivo para en español:
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the seeds available?
The seed library is open whenever the library is open. We keep our seed selection stocked year-round and make new seeds available every spring.
What kinds of seeds do you have?
We have a variety of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds. Many of them are also organic, open-pollinated, and/or heirloom seeds. Visit the adult reference desk for our full seed list.
Do I have to return seeds at the end of the season?
No, you are not expected to return any seeds to the library.
I’m new to gardening. Can I still use the seed library?
Yes! Gardeners of all levels are welcome. We have plenty of seeds that are easy to grow for beginners, as well as gardening information from the Cornell Cooperative Extension.
Local Farms & Organizations
Other Resources
Cornell Cooperative Growing Guides
Growing information for flowers and vegetables.
Seed Saving Topic Guide
Guide from Suffolk County Libraries on how to save seeds and related books and other resources.
Seed Savers Exchange
Nonprofit organization of gardeners and farmers who offer a wide variety of heirloom seeds to purchase.
Recommended Books
Gardening for Geeks: all the science you need for successful organic gardening by Christy Wilhelmi
Gardening Your Front Yard: projects and ideas for big and small spaces by Tara Nolan
Pests & Diseases: essential know-how and expert advice for gardening success by Jo Whittingham
Small Space Vegetable Gardens by Andrea Bellamy
Month by Month Gardening: NY and NJ by Kate Copsey
Grow Cook Eat by Willi Galloway
The Manual of Seed Saving by Andrea Heistinger