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How does your garden grow? Three places to get free seeds in Albuquerque

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Gardens don't have to be expensive — there are several places around town offering free seeds.

Whether you have seeds you want to trade, or need some to get started, these events and organizations are ready to help.

To compile this list, I sorted through pages of events on Google and social media in search of garden resources around Albuquerque.

Seed and Art Supply Swap

Whether you have seeds or art supplies you don't need anymore, or need to get your hands on some, come and join the swap at the South Broadway Library. Even those without art supplies or seeds to share can come and participate.

LOCATION: 1025 Broadway SE, 505-764-1742

HOURS: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. March 30

COST: Free

2024 Seed Share

Food is Free Albuquerque has teamed up with Alameda Greenhouse to present this year's seed share program. This year marks FIFABQ's 10th anniversary.

LOCATION: Alameda Greenhouse, 9515 Fourth NW, 505-898-3562

HOURS: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. April 20

COST: Free

ABQ-BERNCO Seed Library

Located at the South Broadway Cultural Center, the seed library is a collection of vegetable, herb and flower seeds. Each library cardholder in good standing is eligible to check out 30 packets of seeds each year for a home garden.

LOCATION: 1025 Broadway SE, 505-848-1320

HOURS: Closed Sunday and Monday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday

COST: Free with a library card

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