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September 1, 2022
The Fall Birding Forecast
With the summer winding down and temperatures beginning their annual slide toward fall, migratory birds are also starting to head…
June 16, 2022
Trees of the Trolls: Meet the Paper Birch
Last summer, five giant trolls emerged from the woods at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. These trolls are nature’s protectors—the Guardians…
March 25, 2022
Amphibians, Reptiles, and Spring (oh, my!)
Spring is quickly approaching and with that comes the great migration of amphibians!
February 16, 2022
Dahlias’ Infinite Variety
At the Gardens, you know we love our flowers, but dahlias? With their fierce following, colorful history, and bedazzling array…
October 6, 2021
Native Pollinators: Buzzworthy Business
When we think pollinators, we tend to picture the fuzzy yellow bees and brilliant orange butterflies that buzz and flitter…
August 18, 2021
Trees of the Trolls: Meet the American Beech
This summer, five giant trolls have emerged from the woods at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. These trolls are nature’s protectors—the…
July 15, 2021
Indigenous Forest-Gardens Offer Hope
Here at the Gardens, we always have one eye out for fascinating horticultural news. From time to time, we’ll be…
July 15, 2021
Trees of the Trolls: Meet the Black Cherry
This summer, five giant trolls have emerged from the woods at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens. These trolls are nature’s protectors—the…