The Pierce County Library System is helping to encourage a greener community by introducing new seed libraries at select locations throughout the county.

A seed library allows a community member to borrow seeds, grow them and harvest new seeds from mature plants to return to a participating library. Flower, herb and vegetable seeds welcomed. Whether a novice or a Master Gardener, this passive program sows more than seeds. It creates connection and nurturing growth in every sprouted plant.

Call or visit a participating library for more info:

• Anderson Island Pierce County Library

11319 Yoman Rd. • 253-548-3536

Open every Wednesday year-round

• Fife Pierce County Library

6622 20th St. E. • 253-548-3323

Open until late summer/early fall

• Milton/Edgewood Pierce County Library

900 Meridian E., Suite 29, Milton • 253-548-3325

Open until late summer/early fall

• Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Library

13718 Pacific Ave., S., Tacoma • 253-548-3304

Open until late summer/early fall

• Steilacoom Pierce County Library

2950 Steilacoom Blvd. • 253-548-3313

Open until late summer/early fall

• Tillicum Pierce County Library

14916 Washington Ave. SW, Lakewood • 253-548-3314

Open until late summer/early fall

• University Place Pierce County Library

3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 • 253-548-3307

Open until late summer/early fall