Did you know that the Galena Branch of The Floyd County Library has a seed library? You can choose from vegetables, flowers, and herbs. Thank you to the Floyd County Master Gardeners for our supply of seeds this year. Since the amount of seeds are limited, we are asking that two packets per patron be taken this year. Here’s a picture of our seed library:
Along with our seed library, Galena also has four raised beds on our grounds that is part of our Community Garden. On May 20, the Floyd County Master Gardeners will be at Galena Library to help get the garden planted. Come visit us to see it grow!
If you are planning to have your own garden this year, here are a few books to help get you started!
The Month-By-Month Gardening Guide : Daily Advice for Growing Flowers, Vegetables, Herbs & Houseplants by Franz Bohmig
This comprehensive approach to gardening guides home gardeners, whether you are growing vegetables, flowers, or houseplants, through a year of growing. Throughout, the emphasis is on organic, wildlife-friendly techniques. By following the guidance detailed in this hardworking primer, you’ll be well on your way to a beautiful and bountiful garden that will provide pleasure throughout the year.
Complete Container Herb Gardening : Design and Grow Beautiful, Bountiful Herb-Filled Pots by Sue Goetz
Capitalizing on the popular trends of edible, container, and small-space gardening, Complete Container Herb Gardening offers all the info needed to grow fresh herbs on balconies, patios, rooftops, decks, and even on the kitchen counter.
Grow Your Soil! : Harness the Power of the Soil Food Web to Create Your Best Garden Ever by Diane Miessler
Diane Miessler presents the science of soil health and shares the techniques she has used–including cover crops, constant mulching, and compost tea–to create and maintain rich, dark, crumbly soil that’s teeming with life.
Happy Reading!
