Homes

The Fixers - Fred Murphy, Waterville's Cobbler
<strong>By Greg Rossel</strong> One man’s hands-on approach promotes quality over quantity.

Poinsettias: Brilliant history, colorful plant
The holiday poinsettia takes a little care and delivers a lot of seasonal color.

Harvest Time at Moody Cranberry Bog
The cranberry harvest at the Moody's bog is a family affair.

Parsnips: Slow Roots, Sweet Anticipation
Milton Parsons told me he likes to watch parsnips grow. He’s been watching them for 20 years at his farm in Union.

Fresh Strawberries: An Independence Day Tradition
Growing strawberries is not that hard; the sweet fruit is well worth the bother.

Image Gallery: Downeast Energy - 100 Years
2008 marks the 100th Anniversary for <br>Downeast Energy & Building Supply

Plant Peas: It's Patriotic
Many Maine gardeners use Patriots' Day as the traditional planting date.

Itching to Garden - Maine Gardens
These hardy vegetable choices work well in Maine’s chilly spring season.

Going Beyond Bulbs - Maine Gardens
Early spring color for your garden.

Grow Your Own (Plants)
The benefits of starting your own plants from seed are as myriad as the varieties available.