Falmouth, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will hold a garlic growing workshop from 2 – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15 at UMaine Extension Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Road in Falmouth. Grow Your Own Garlic is a hands-on opportunity to learn how to grow garlic from planting to harvest. In this […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will conclude its Fall Gardening Webinar Series with “A Beginner’s Guide to Composting,” on Tuesday, October 14, from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Led by Nick Rowley, UMaine Extension sustainable agriculture and horticulture professional, this webinar will introduce participants to the fundamentals of composting at home. Topics will […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer two online webinars in early October focused on growing native plants, one for aspiring nursery owners and another for home gardeners interested in seed propagation. The first session, “Passion, Patience & Product: Starting a Native Plant Nursery,” will be held Monday, October 6, from 6:00 […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will open registration this month for two comprehensive horticulture education programs designed for aspiring professionals and passionate home gardeners alike. The Maine Horticulture Apprentice Training is ideal for individuals looking to explore a new career path, enhance existing skills, or launch a business in horticulture. This program […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will present its second fall gardening webinar, “The Late Season Garden: Reflections and Tasks,” from 6–7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, September 23. Horticulture professional Jennifer Cappello-Ruggiero will lead the session, offering insights on the past growing season, what worked well, and what could be improved. The webinar will […]
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Falmouth, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host “Exploring the Herb Garden at Tidewater Farm” from 4:30–6 p.m. on Thursday, September 18 at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Rd, Falmouth. Members of the herb garden team at Tidewater Farm will provide guided tours of the garden, explaining how to organize, […]
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Falmouth, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a hands-on “Growing a Cut Flower Garden” workshop from 4–5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 11 at the UMaine Gardens at Tidewater Farm, 200 Presumpscot Point Rd., Falmouth. In this interactive session, attendees will learn how to choose the right flowers, start them from seed, planting and […]
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Orono, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will kick off its Fall Gardening Webinar Series with “Growing Great Garlic” from 6–7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16. Led by Peyton Ginakes, vegetable production research associate, the webinar will explore everything home gardeners need to know to grow garlic successfully, from planting and seasonal care to […]
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Old Town — University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting a Field Day and kids’ Harvest Fun Run on Saturday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rogers Farm, 914 Bennoch Road. This seasonal celebration will feature informational tables, tastings and art in the garden. Visitors can explore over 30 themed gardens, including […]
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Dayton, Maine — University of Maine Cooperative Extension, in partnership with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Maine Natural Areas Program (MNAP), and Maine Forest Service (MFS), will offer an Invasive Plant Educational Workshop on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at Andy’s Agway/Cole Farm Maple, 13 Cole Farm Road, Dayton. This workshop […]
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