How to Protect Your Arborvitaes During the Winter
Help arborvitae weather a Maine winter with practical advice on fall watering, snow support, burlap screens, deer barriers, salt protection, and spring ...
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Amaryllis and Paperwhite Planting Guide
Grow winter flowers indoors with step-by-step instructions for amaryllis and paperwhites. Learn correct planting depths and water levels, bloom timing, ...
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Fall Clean-Up Checklist
Prepare your Maine garden for winter with a practical fall checklist covering weeds, plant cleanup, leaves, watering, pots, and tools—while preserving u...
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Common Bulb Planting Questions
Get answers to common questions about planting spring bulbs in Maine, from fall timing and planting depth to containers, animal protection, and care aft...
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Cyclamen Care Guide
Keep florist cyclamen blooming in a cool, bright spot. Learn how to water without soaking the crown, recognize normal dormancy, encourage rebloom, and t...
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Hosta Planting Guide
Hostas bring bold foliage, dependable color and beautiful texture to shaded areas of the garden. With the right location, rich soil and consistent moist...
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How to Create Natural Plantings with Bulbs
Create natural-looking drifts of spring bulbs in your Maine garden. Learn which bulbs to choose, where and when to plant, and how to care for foliage an...
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Fertilizing Your Houseplants
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Growing Together: Seed Starting as a Family
Embarking on a family gardening journey, especially seed starting, is enriching and educational. Opt for suitable seeds, set up a designated station wit...
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Beat the Late-Summer Slump
Late summer can be tough on even the healthiest gardens, but a few simple maintenance tasks can restore tired annuals and perennials, encourage fresh bl...
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The Beauty of Woodland Gardens
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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Deer-Resistant Perennials for Maine Gardens
Find deer-resistant perennials for Maine sun and shade, plus practical ways to protect new plants and reduce browsing in your garden.
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Get Ahead on Fall Lawn Care
The best lawns next spring don't begin with spring care - they begin in late summer. Early August is the perfect time to repair summer damage, control w...
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Planting Perennials in October: A Guide for Maine Gardens
Make the most of early October with practical perennial-planting advice for Maine. Learn how to assess timing, choose healthy plants, plant at the right...
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How to Create a Soothing Woodland Garden
Practical, local gardening guidance from the Estabrook's team.
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