As the largest saltmarsh in Midcoastal Maine, Weskeag Marsh has hosted over 230 species of birds. Its varied habitats include prime areas of tidal marsh, upland hayfields, and mature mixed […]
John Fromer, Maine Master Gardener Volunteer will discuss ways to save time and effort while maintaining beautiful gardens. Including comments from Tom Hopps, former Merryspring Board Chair and landscaper, and […]
In 2021 a team of ocean scientists led a research expedition across the Gulf of Maine to learn more about this dynamic region. During this public lecture, Dr. Allen (University of Maine), who served […]
What can modern science reveal about the ancient history of the Gulf of Maine? In 2021 a team of ocean scientists led a research expedition across the Gulf of Maine to learn more about […]
Please join us for a special Rose Day with Susan Shaw. We completely replanted our Rose Garden in 2024 and they should be something to see in 2025 and beyond. […]
Mark Hutton, Vegetable Specialist, University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Assoc. Professor Vegetable Crops at Highmore Farm will discuss strategies for staking, pruning and training tomato plants. In-person Tuesday Talks are free for […]
Come to Merryspring Nature Center for a talk by Head Gardener Denise DeSpirito. Denise will discuss herb ID and herb garden care in summer. Please bring your questions on herbs […]
Lake Stewards of Maine (LSM) will host a Live Plant Identification workshop at Merryspring on July 24th from 1pm-4pm. Photo Credit: Lake Stewards of Maine In this indoor class, guests […]
Daylilies are blooming in colorful profusion at Merryspring! Gardener and daylily hybridizer Susan Shaw will share how easy it is to grow and even hybridize daylily varieties on this walk […]
Invasive Terrestrial Plant Ecology In this talk, Louisa will focus on the pathways through which terrestrial invasive plants are introduced and now spread in Midcoast Maine, and why invasive plants […]
Jason White from Plants Unlimited will feature several new introductions of new plants to the market. Please join us each Tuesday at noon for an in-person talk in the Hexagon […]
Come to this talk by Hannah Howland from Plants Unlimited to learn about native perennials for every perennial garden. Bring your questions! Hannah Howland is a third-generation horticulturist. She inherited […]