Dig It! Garden Blog

The Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens Herbarium is a hub of energy, activity, and progress this spring!

Winter can seem endless here in Maine—this bleak season starts in late October and stretches slowly through March and April. Finally, by mid-April the snow begins to recede (to be replaced with mud—yuck!) and the…

When it comes to spring native plants, you definitely want to choose plants that offer plenty of ecological value along with their dose of bright spring beauty. Here are a few of my favorites.

Back by popular demand, in celebration of Women’s History Month, we collected just a few of our staff’s picks for the women who most influenced them, personally and professionally. Read on and celebrate the vital role…

Kid-friendly plants provide so many fun and exciting ways to engage children with the natural world, promoting curiosity through exploration while engaging all of the senses. Growing plants from seed is captivating and teaches kids…

Spring is quickly approaching, and that means pollinating insects will soon be stretching their wings and looking for sustenance. 

From reducing our food costs and carbon footprint to diversifying our nutrient intake, the benefits of growing our own food are widespread. But what about growing native edibles? They’re an even easier way to grow…

When planning a garden for winter interest, there are a few important design elements to keep in mind. Depending on your desired outcome, you may choose to focus on some or all of these features….