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How it works | What's available | Resources | Seed Donation | FAQS
Grow your garden with our Seed Library. Stop by Reference Service to browse our Seed Library. Seed packets do not have to be checked out and do not require a library card to take.
How it works
- Choose a seed packet (each packet has between 3-12 seeds).
- Seeds are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
- You are invited to take up to 10 seed packets per season.
- Check out our gardening books and resources.
- Take them home and start your gardening journey.
Seed packets will provide information for planting including plant name, required planting weather, required sunlight, planting depth, and days to harvest.
Please Note:
The Rolling Meadows Library is not responsible for the growth of seeds obtained from the Seed Library. Germination is not guaranteed.
Find the Seed Library on the Main Level in the Reference Department.
Contact us
Reference Services
3110 Martin Lane
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
askrmlreference@rmlib.org
847-259-6050 x130
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Choose from a variety of herb, flower, and vegetable seeds. Please note: Seed packets are first come, first served. Availability may vary.
Herbs:
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Mexican Tarragon
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Vegetables:
- Bean, Lima
- Cucumber
- Lettuce
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Flowers:
- Coneflower
- Crysanthemum
- Marigold
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Last Updated—November 14, 2025
Seed Sources
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This year's seeds come from the following suppliers:
Planting Resources
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This year's seeds come from the following suppliers:
- Illinois Vegetable Planting - Dates, spacing, and seed information from the University of Illinois Extension Office
- Illinois Vegetable Gardening Guide - from the University of Illinois Extension Office
- Illinois Planting Hardiness Map - U of I Extension zone hardiness map for IL
- When to plant in Illinois - U of I planting guide and dates
In the Collection
To browse books on gardening, seed starting, seed saving, composting and more in the library, ask for help at the Adult Reference Desk.
Recommended Reads
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Gardening Recommendations
- The new seed-starters handbook
- Grow now : how we can save our health, communities, and planet - one garden at a time
- Ultimate gardening : a complete guide to cultivating your perfect garden, from flowers, vegetables, and herbs to succulents, shrubs, and more
eBooks on Libby
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Gardening eBooks on Libby
- The gardener's guide to weather & climate
- The new gardener's handbook : everything you need to know to grow a beautiful & bountiful garden
- How plants work : the science behind the amazing things plants do
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The library accepts seed donations with a completed Seed Donation Form. Donated seed will be added to the collection at the descretion of library staff. You can find a Seed Donation Form on the Seed Library shelves OR print, fill out, and return a form PDF File.
Seed Saving Tips
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- Select seeds from your best plants.
- Only harvest seed from your garden or with permission from the owner.
- Store seeds in a cool, dry, and dark place.
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