A weird spring led to some weird problems in the garden

Maine Gardener

Published
May 28, 2023

A weird spring led to some weird problems in the garden

On bottom-blooming forsythia and other mysteries.
Published
May 21, 2023

Invasive pests spoil the party for some local plant sales

But the Cumberland County Master Gardener Plant Sale is still going strong.
Published
May 14, 2023

Garden journals aren’t the only way to record what you grow

If writing isn't for you, there are other ways to keep track of your gardening successes and failures.
Published
May 7, 2023

Potted plants add lots of interest to your garden

Give some thought to the pots, the soil and the plants themselves.
Published
April 30, 2023

No Mow May can help threatened pollinators, and by extension, us

Plus, a whole month to skip a chore? Now if only we could figure out a way to avoid doing the laundry.
Published
April 23, 2023

From beech leaf disease to browntail moths, Maine’s forests face a multitude of threats

Though the state is 90 percent forested, invasive insects, diseases and a warming climate imperil the health of the trees.
Published
April 16, 2023

Maine Gardener: And so it begins

Baseball fans have their opening day. So do gardeners.
Published
April 9, 2023

When the blossoms have gone by, plant your Easter lily outside

If you're lucky, you'll get blooms in the garden the following year, apt for a flower that symbolizes rebirth.
Published
April 2, 2023

Maine Gardener: Try live staking to prevent runoff from harming lakes, ponds and streams

If you own waterfront property, consider creating a buffer zone. It'll help curb pollution.
Published
March 26, 2023

Build your own mini indoor garden at Portland plant shop Terrarium

Horticulturalist and business owner Rob Sinnott will show you how.