KPL Green

KPL Green is a series of initiatives at Kitchener Public Library, promoting food literacy and environmental sustainability. Through innovative programs and community collaboration, we hope to build a more sustainable future together.

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Learning garden in the courtyard at Central Library

Learning Garden

Located in the Sheriff John Motz Courtyard at Central Library, the Learning Garden is a place where people can come together to plant and care for vegetables, while building strong social ties.

Over the growing season, people of all ages and backgrounds have the opportunity to participate through programs, events, and hands-on learning and activities.

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Honey bee hives at Central Library

Honey Bee Hives

Bees, native bees and honey bees, provide crucial pollination services for both edible and non-edible plants in our community and our world. So much of what we eat depends on the pollination services provided by bees and other pollinators!

There are two beehives at Central Library. They are located on the green roof and are visible from the second floor of the library. Our hives will serve as learning opportunities for our community by being a platform for education and conversation about the importance of bees and other pollinators.

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Aeroponic tower garden with flowering plant

Aeroponic Tower Garden

Aeroponic gardening is a method of growing plants without soil. Seedlings started in rock wool are installed in the garden and nutrients are added directly to the water, which is pumped through the tower at regular intervals. This allows us to grow food inside all year long with less mess!

Located on Level 2 at Central Library, the tower garden adds plant life, ambient water sound, and warm light to our computer area. We use the tower garden to teach about gardening basics, to grow food for healthy eating programs, and to teach about seed conservation.

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