Vegetables can be beautiful. Flowers can be edible. This season, why not mix them up?
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Maine Gardener: A new book helps gardeners choose plants to benefit wildlife and, by extension, us
In an online talk, Uli Lorimer, the author of the soon-to-be-published ‘The Northeast Native Plant Primer’ discussed the hows and whys of native plant gardening.
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Green Plate Special: Repurpose leftovers into a rich, creamy risotto
Once you understand the basic risotto-making techniques, the classic Italian dish can be endlessly flexible.
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Green Plate Special: Right-sized bagels for a healthier you
Cathy Barrow’s latest cookbook lavishes love upon the bagel and restores it to its proper dimensions.
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Follow your Bliss: For John Bliss, of Broadturn Farms, that means growing cut flowers
In a recent online talk, Bliss discussed growing perennials on the Scarborough farm for flower arrangements.
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Green Plate Special: Improving soil on farms also improves health of environment
And preliminary data says it’ll improve your own health, too.
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Maine Gardener: Garden plans: This year, it’s all about the flowers
Our columnist hopes for a little peace, quiet and calm – and a lot of cut flowers.
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Maine Gardener: Even if you don’t have to, you might want a container garden
Planting in pots is decorative, and you can get a jump on tomato season.
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Green Plate Special: If you live in Maine, skipping Russian vodka is no sweat
You’ve a plethora of excellent Maine-made options to choose from.
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Water wise: How to channel it during downpours and save it for a sunny day
Invaluable notes from a garden water expert to make every drop count.