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Soldotna Seed Library

What is the Seed Library?

The Soldotna Seed Library is a community resource housed at the Soldotna Public Library (235 N Binkley St). It provides free seeds to community members to grow their own vegetables, herbs and flowers. Community members can "check out" 5 seeds packets per family member for free. And just before growing season, we bump the number of packets up to 7, or even 10. We ask folks to record what they are taking, so we know what people want to grow. You can also save seeds from your own plants and return them to the library, so we have a stock of locally adapted seeds to provide to the community.​

Want to Get Involved?

The Seed Library meetings are temporarily on hold. Please check back soon for our new meeting schedule!

Upcoming Events:

​We sponsor free workshops every year on various aspects of gardening, including seed saving. So stay tuned for future events! You can also follow the Seed Library on Facebook.

Composting Resources

Are you interested in learning more about composting at home? Check out the infographics below, made by Carly Pierson of the Kenai Soil and Water Conservation District. You can also download a PDF version if you would like to print or save the infographics.

A cabinet with many tiny labeled drawers with a bucket next to it that says Thank You for Donating Seeds
Infographic showing how to compost at home

How Composting Works

  • The equation: greens + brown + air + water = happy microorganisms!

  • Greens:

    • High in nitrogen

    • Wet materials

    • Provide nutrients and moisture

    • Help microorganisms grow and multiply

  • Browns:

    • High in carbon

    • Absorb excess moisture, facilitate air flow, and prevent compaction

    • Food for soil-dwelling organisms

Infographic showing layers of a compost bin

From Scraps to Soil: How to Compost at Home

  • What is composting?

    • A natural process where microorganisms break down organic materials​

  • What can I compost?

    • Yes!

      • Fruit and veggie scraps

      • Grass clippings

      • Egg shells

      • Coffee grounds

      • Shredded paper

      • Small branches

      • Dead leaves

      • Manure (rabbit, chicken, goat)

    • No!

      • Meat

      • Bones

      • Fats and oils

      • Dog, cat, and pig manure

      • Dairy products

      • Glossy magazines

      • Weeds that have gone to seed

Infographic showing how composting works

Compost Bin Layers

  • Greens to browns ratio: 1 to 3

  • Add water if it looks dry

  • Mix it up or turn it over for quicker decomposition, or leave it be for "cold"/passive composting

  • Layers:

    • Mulch, twigs, cardboard pieces​

    • Grass clippings

    • Wood chips, straw, dead leaves

    • Veggie scraps, coffee grounds

    • Shredded paper, sawdust

    • Bottom layer of twigs and wood for drainage

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