Sign of Spring – East Boston BPL Seed Library

Pick up some seeds from the Eastie BPL + do some planting.
In celebration of spring, the East Boston Public Library is featuring a Seed Library! Located by the adult section, alongside the Therapy Cards, you will find the card catalog that has been repurposed as a seed holder!
The Seed Library is open to all, and it’s first come, first served.
This round, the following seeds are being offered:
cucumbers
habanero peppers
thyme
kale
basil
bell peppers
chocolate tomato
cherry tomato
collard
scallion
lettuce
more coming soon
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.


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