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Heirloom & organic seed catch & release program

The Johnson County Seed Library.

Organic and heirloom seeds for Johnson County residents, plus the know-how to grow them, so more families can grow their own food.

How it started

From one seed donation to a community library.

In mid-2024, Seed Savers Exchange donated seeds to Johnson County, starting our partnership to collect and store seeds for local communities. The Johnson County Mountain City Library’s seed program launched in April 2025.

As the Seed Library grows, our aim is an abundant reserve that can support the region’s 18,000+ homeowners. Next, we plan to work with the University of Tennessee agricultural department on educational programs that teach children and adults to grow food for a healthier, happier life.

Raised for the Seed Library in 2025$2,385
65% of our goalHelp us stock it before spring

We’re raising funds to buy bulk seeds to stock the library before spring. Every contribution makes a difference.

How it works

Borrow, grow, return.

Borrow seeds

Pick up organic and heirloom seeds at the Johnson County Mountain City Library, 219 Church Street.

Grow your garden

Plant them at home and grow fresh food for your family.

Return seeds

Save seeds from your harvest and bring some back so the library stays stocked for neighbors.

Help stock the shelves

Seeds become gardens. Gardens become meals.

Have heirloom or organic seeds to share? Contact us to arrange a seed donation packet. Prefer to give money? Your donation helps buy bulk seeds and fund education programs.

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Every gift grows

Plant something that lasts.

$5 may stock a family’s garden for a season. Your gift helps keep the Seed Library shelves full and our projects moving.