Mission
- To preserve and loan organically grown, non-GMO, open-pollinated, locally successful and genetically diverse seed varieties to the Galiano Island community
- To provide educational opportunities and information to the Galiano community on growing and saving seed
We acknowledge the deep privilege of living upon, and growing and saving seeds on, the traditional, unceded and asserted lands of the Penelakut, Lamalcha and Hwlitsum First Nations, as well as other Hul’qumi’num and SENCOTEN speaking peoples, and the treatied territory of the Tsawwassen First Nation.
Featured Seed
Swiss Chard
By Francis Moyle, Director
I recently joined the Galiano Seed Library and I am really impressed with the locally viable seed selection available to the public. Once you become a member, you have access to the vast selection of seeds they maintain. One of my favorite and easiest vegetables to propagate is Swiss chard. Last year I grew a large plot of rainbow chard and since it has been grown year after year here on Galiano, the library’s Swiss chard seems to flourish well in our Mediterranean type climate. The Seed Library has two types: Rainbow Chard and Yellow Sunrise. Our inventory is available at seedlibrarygaliano.org/seed-inventory.
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SLOG Events, Winter and Spring 2023
SLOG will host a number of “Seedy Saturdays” this winter and spring.
We will have seed lending, sorting, and drop-offs on the following days:
January 21 (Winter Market, South Hall 11am-1pm)
January 28 (Library 12-2pm)
February 18 (Winter Market, South Hall, 11am-1pm)
February 25 (Library, 12-2pm)
March 4 (Library, 12-2pm)
March 11 (Library, 12-2pm)
March 18 (Winter Market, South Hall, 11am-1pm)
March 25 (Library, 12-2pm)
April 29 (Winter Market, South Hall, 11am-1pm)
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Jack
By Barry New
I wanted to write an article about beans. Then I realized that I wrote my best thoughts two years ago. But I still wanted to write more. I include here a story that might bring it all back home.
Thirty four years ago I moved to Sheffield, in 1988, and right away I signed up for an allotment. It came through shortly after that. It became a retreat from my busy working life [Read More…]
What does growing success look like to you?
by Elizabeth Latta, life-long grower
Do you have a favourite vegetable that you thought you heard was easy to grow? And it turned out that you couldn’t grow it for love or money (or so it seemed)? Such is my experience with spinach and beets. Did you know that in Hong Kong they sprout their beets indoors before they plant them out because the weather just is not cooperative otherwise (information gleaned from a Hong [Read More…]
Today is the date of final frost (on average) for our region. Giddy up! ... See MoreSee Less
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Saturday, March 25, from 12-2 PM, the Seed Library will be at the Community Library for seed lending, browsing, or drop-offs. Thanks to Akasha, SLOG now has Ajvarski sweet roasting pepper seeds for loan. I sowed mine four days ago and they've already germinated. It's not too late to get your peppers started on a heat mat or warm spot on top of the fridge. If you'd like to browse our inventory, check it out: seedlibrarygaliano.org/seed-inventory/ ... See MoreSee Less
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We'll be at the Winter Market this Saturday, March 18, from 11-2 PM (Galiano South Community Hall), to lend seeds and accept any returns. Growing tomatoes this year? Carrots? We have lots of options. Check out our inventory at seedlibrarygaliano.org. Shown in the photo below are Chantenay carrots. ... See MoreSee Less
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Nothing better than a rainy day to decide which tomatoes you're going to grow this spring! The Seed Library of Galiano will be at the Community Library today, Sat. Mar. 11, from 12-2 pm. Shown in the photo here is Mary's Austrian paste. Galiano-grown for several years. This tomato is meaty with very few seeds. Makes a great tomato sauce! And yes, that's my hand for comparison. ... See MoreSee Less
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We'll be at the Community Library on Saturday, March 4 -- 12-2 PM for seed returns and borrowing. Kale, arugula, broad beans, parsnips, peas, cress -- we've got you covered. Save money while contributing to Galiano's seed security. ... See MoreSee Less
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Saturday, 12-2pm, the Seed Library will be at the Community Library. It's onion time! The perfect time to start your onion seeds, indoors, on heating mats. Don't have a seedling heat mat? No problem. Just put your seed trays on top of your fridge where there is warmth. The Seed Library has two types of yellow onions: the Ailsa Cragg, and the Newburg. Fresh seed. Both types thrive on Galiano. We also have green onions, and leek stock available. Check out our website inventory at: seedlibrarygaliano.org. ... See MoreSee Less
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Our website has been updated. Check it out! Lots of new seeds on our inventory at: seedlibrarygaliano.org/seed-inventory/
If you'd like to borrow seeds, SLOG will be at the Saturday Winter Market on Feb. 18, from 11 AM - 2 PM at the Galiano South Hall (141 Sturdies Bay Road). We'll also take seed drop-offs. ... See MoreSee Less
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12-2 PM Saturday, Jan. 28: The Seed Library will be at the Community Library (#2 – 1290 Sturdies Bay Road) for seed lending, sorting, and drop-offs. All are welcome to stay and help sort seeds. It's quite relaxing! ... See MoreSee Less
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The 2023 Citizen Seed Trial registration closes this week on February 1st. This year we are trialing radishes, peas, and salad turnips.
Make sure to register before the deadline at farmfolkcityfolk.ca/bc-seed-security-program/citizen-seed-trial/
We would like to acknowledge the financial support of Patagonia, Vancouver Foundation, and BC Gaming. ... See MoreSee Less
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The Seed Library will be at the Saturday Winter Market, January 21, 11-2 PM, Galiano Community South Hall. We'll have the inventory there so you can select your seeds for the growing season ahead, and drop off any seed returns you might have. We look forward to seeing you! ... See MoreSee Less
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