Edible plants and those that benefit bees or butterflies are top on the list of recommendations at local garden centers.
Maine Gardener
It’s high time (and hopes) for planting
Plans for this gardening season include blueberries, baby carrots and finding the right plant to admire from the dining table.
UMaine research leads to the introduction of two new potato varieties
You can find them in garden catalogues and grow them yourself.
The grass is not always greener. On our lawns, that is.
Use these practical tips for a mostly green lawn without the big bare spots.
Building a garden from scratch is scary
But these practical tips are designed to lessen one’s fears.
Wield the power of plants to prevent pollution
Phytotechnology guides landscaping that helps prevent groundwater and soil contamination.
On the winter moth and other dangers to your blueberry bushes
Horticultural oil and an organic spray may mean you’ll be eating berries come August.
Landscape your garden as though it’s a native landscape
The ‘Natural Landscapes of Maine’ can help you figure out how.
Even if you’re in a hurry, you may be better off planting a small tree
Big trees cost more, are more troublesome to plant and may not grow as well as a small one will.
For grow-it-yourself wedding, plan far ahead, have farm backup
Raising your own food for the big day requires careful planning, and it’s smart to have a local food producer in mind if your crop fails.