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Greg Rogers is a grower who rises to challenges

The Portland gardener dedicates himself to growing produce for the hungry and to volunteering for Garbage to Garden.

It’s easy to create with plenty of plant options to choose from.

by Tom Atwell August 7, 2016August 5, 2016

The 2-year-old Wild Seed Project says native animals depend on native plants.

by Tom Atwell July 31, 2016July 29, 2016

If you’d rather buy plants than grow from seed, check out the sales at nurseries.

by Tom Atwell July 31, 2016July 31, 2016

You need to water less than you might think.

by tom atwell July 24, 2016July 24, 2016

Casco Bay Community Garden on the Eastern Prom has great views and a wide range of gardeners.

by Tom Atwell July 17, 2016July 14, 2016

Summer is at its zenith, which means it’s time to think of a fall cruciferous crop

Two books, ‘Forgotten Ways for Modern Days’ and ‘Plants from Pits,’ propose eco-friendly activities for house and garden.

by Tom Atwell July 17, 2016July 18, 2016

Is the cure worse than the problem?

by Tom Atwell July 10, 2016July 11, 2016

And if so, consider yourself lucky. There are plenty of beautiful plants that favor the shade.