Sow & Grow Seed Library

Mahon Seed Library

ABOUT

The Sow & Grow Seed Library & Exchange is a partnership between the Lubbock Master Gardeners and the Lubbock Public Library. The first seed library opened in 2019 at the downtown Mahon library location. Since then, three more seed libraries have opened at Groves, Patterson, and Godeke public library locations.

Watch the video below for more information about the Sow & Grow Seed Libraries.

LOCATIONS

City of Lubbock Libraries

  • Groves Library – 5520 19th
  • Patterson Library- 1836 Parkway Drive
  • Godeke Library- 5034 Frankford Ave
  • Mahon Library- 1306 9th street
  • Wolfforth Library – 508 E. Highway 62/82 Wolfforth, TX 79382
  • Idalou Community Library – 210 Main Street Idalou, TX 79329

🌱 How It Works 🌱

Who can take seeds?
Anyone! The Sow & Grow Seed Library is open to the entire community.
No library card is needed—just a passion for planting!

How many seed packets can I take?
We ask that you take up to 3 seed packets per visit so that there’s plenty to share.
Seed libraries are restocked monthly, so be sure to check back regularly to discover new varieties!

Where can I learn more about seeds?
Each seed library location includes free printed materials to help answer your garden and seed-related questions.

  • Visit the Resources tab on this website for helpful gardening information
  • Read the seed packet label or check the seed manufacturer’s website for specific planting tips

🌼 Donating to the Sow & Grow Seed Library 🌼

Can seeds be donated?
Yes! Seed donations are welcome—and encouraged!
Here’s what we accept:

  • Commercial or retail seed packets
  • Homegrown and locally harvested seeds

To help others grow successfully, please label your seeds clearly with as much detail as possible—especially the plant name (common and scientific, if known).

How to donate:
Drop off your seeds in any seed donation box at the Lubbock Public Library branches.
Don’t worry about packaging—Master Gardener volunteers will sort, label, and organize bulk seed donations.


Can I make a monetary donation?
Yes! Your generous gifts help cover the cost of seed envelopes, labels, and materials for packaging community-donated seeds.
Click here to make a donation and help Lubbock grow—one seed at a time.

For Bulk Seed Donations

Please Contact Sow & Grow Seed Library Coordinator Amber Curtis.

Email: acurtis227@live.com Text or Call: 806-473-7501