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Hawkweed In Maine Lawns, Donna Coffin Jan 2022

Hawkweed In Maine Lawns, Donna Coffin

Garden & Yard

In Maine, hawkweed is not on the state’s invasive plant list, although it is in other states. Hawkweed can be a concern to homeowners with lawns that get infested with it. It can also be a problem where the grass is not thriving due to low fertility, dry soils, or compaction. It can also be a problem in pastures and hayfields. Hawkweed does have a few redeeming qualities for pollinators. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If you don’t mind seeing these little yellow or orange flowers spring up above your grass and you are in low maintenance …


Tips For Growing Houseplants In Maine, Donna Coffin, Rebecca Long, Matt Wallhead Jan 2021

Tips For Growing Houseplants In Maine, Donna Coffin, Rebecca Long, Matt Wallhead

Garden & Yard

This newly revised and expanded fact sheet series addresses the basics of keeping houseplants. It will help you diagnose common problems with your houseplants, such as insects and diseases; overwatering or underwatering; improper lighting, temperature, or humidity; and insufficient pot size (root-bound). The series addresses how to start new plants from old plants, and also the unique challenges of growing houseplants in Maine, including the use of artificial light.

  • Caring for Houseplants in Maine
  • Dealing with Houseplant Problems
  • Controlling Insects and Disease in Houseplants
  • Growing Houseplants Under Artificial Light
  • Creating New Plants from Old
  • FAQs About Houseplants in Maine


Maine Home Garden News Oct 2016, Kate Garland Oct 2016

Maine Home Garden News Oct 2016, Kate Garland

Garden & Yard

  • October is the month to . . .
  • Fall tool care
  • Merrymeeting Gleaners
  • Growing garlic
  • Making better baked goods


Wild Tulips, Lynne M. Holland Apr 2016

Wild Tulips, Lynne M. Holland

Garden & Yard

Staff picks for Maine Home Garden News plant of the month. Wild tulips, the flower that created Tulipmainia


Garden Equipment And Items To Make For The Maine Garden, Donna Coffin, Frank S. Wertheim, Katherine Hopkins, Casey Bowie Jan 2009

Garden Equipment And Items To Make For The Maine Garden, Donna Coffin, Frank S. Wertheim, Katherine Hopkins, Casey Bowie

Garden & Yard

Do-It-Yourself directions for making garden equipment and other items including newspaper pots, PVC light stands for seedlings, two-tier seedling stand, cold frame, raised bed, plant in a bag, celery blancher, and planting holes in plastic.