The average temperature in Maine has risen 3 degrees Fahrenheit since 1895, more than most of the rest of the country.
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Garden Catalog Dreamin’ on such a winter’s day
This year’s Maine seed catalogs offer gentle breezes and freakish herbs.
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Versatile Rex begonias come in many varieties
They’re beautiful even this time of year without foliage, thanks to lovely leaves.
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Two more plants from Johnny’s Selected Seeds in Winslow earn accolades
All-America Selections and the Perennial Plant Association announce this year’s award-winning plants.
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Pros and cons for planting native plants
If doing what is best for the environment is foremost to you, the answer is clear: Grow seed-grown natives in the soil that existed in your garden before your home was even built.
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Hey gardener, are you looking for a hobby over the long, cold winter?
Grow (then eat) some sprouts.
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Societies invite plant geeks to share what they know and love
While some groups in Maine have disbanded, fans of orchids, hostas, daylilies and irises keep going and hope to attract younger members.
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Add native plants for holly jolly Christmas for people and wildlife
The berries of shrubs such as winterberry and mountain holly provide snacks for animals and uplifting color for humans.
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Cape primrose is a low-maintenance flowering houseplant
And a very pretty one, too.
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Wondering what to get the gardener in your life?
They’ll love a plant and at this time of year there are plenty to choose from.