Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
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PublishedNovember 16, 2023
In photos: Gardens Aglow opens for the season, shining bright in Boothbay
The annual Gardens Aglow at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay debuted Thursday, featuring more than 750,000 LED lights and over 300 handcrafted light sculptures. Tickets must be bought online in advance, and the lights will be on display through New Year’s Eve.
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PublishedSeptember 17, 2023
A garden at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens gets a refresh
Over the years, trees grew, invasives invaded, and grasses spread far and wide. Now, the Haney Hillside Garden is being restored.
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PublishedDecember 6, 2022
Gardens Aglow is brighter than ever
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PublishedAugust 9, 2022
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens recognizes longtime supporters by naming new visitor center after them
The Lyn and Daniel Lerner Visitor Center named for longtime supporters.
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PublishedJune 19, 2022
Plant propagation: The hows and the whys
There are several ways to propagate plants yourself, and there are several good reasons to do so. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens experts explain.
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PublishedMarch 11, 2022
Grow from home with Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
New garden design series and online programming begin in March.
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PublishedFebruary 13, 2022
Ericaceae: The family you’ve never heard of but may well have growing in your own garden
The heath family, as its commonly known, includes rhododendrons and azaleas, and was the subject of a talk from the Maine Landscape & Nursery Association. '
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2022
Maine Gardener: When you plant a tree or shrub, get to the root of the matter
Healthy root systems are key to growing a successful plant.
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PublishedJanuary 3, 2022
Gardens Aglow display sees steady crowd, hopes to return to walking format next winter
This year, just over 22,000 vehicles carrying an estimated 88,000 people visited the Gardens Aglow display — a roughly 1% increase in ticket sales from 2020.
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PublishedOctober 31, 2021
Gardens Aglow light display again drive-thru only, but a longer, ‘more immersive’ experience
This year's Gardens Aglow at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens was revamped to be longer and more immersive than last year's display, according to President and CEO Gretchen Ostherr.