An insect that looks like a mosquito on steroids is one of the state’s more innocuous pests — unless you really love your coastal lawn. Crane flies, which are see-through in larval form and have a really cool nickname, are one of the many invasive insects in Maine. “For the most…
Recent wild temperature swings have wreaked havoc with plants’ dormancy cycles.
Many dog owners in Maine have seen more ticks on their beloved furry friends, likely due to the growing prevalence…
If you live near any freshwater or wetlands, there is a chance you'll end up having a turtle nesting on…
Preparing the garden for the growing season is more than just buying seeds or cleaning out beds.
In Maine, it's a way of life. But with the rising costs of land and living, running a homestead is…
Given the cost of land — especially land near the Maine coast — Bruce Gandy knows he is one of…
Heather Barter has been priced out of Maine's housing market, so she has created her own "homestead" in her apartment.
When Arianna Lavan met her husband and realized a homestead was right for them, a rural area in northern Maine…
Onions, garlic, shallots, chives and leeks, all members of the genus allium, are relatively easy to grow throughout Maine.
A Canadian pet dog recently contracted avian flu and died after ingesting a wild goose that had been carrying H5N1.
When it comes to seedling containers, you can save money by making them with materials you already have at home.