Native Gardens of Blue Hill

10/07/2026

7 spots left! Molly DellaRoman of 5 Star Nursery and Orchard will lead a seed collection workshop starting outdoors in the gardens and finishing up inside with tips on cleaning, storing and sowing seeds. Take home a few species to overwinter for germination next spring! Register at https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/bjEK5yko0Sb8tK9HBtK_5A

09/23/2026

New date & time! Supporting Grief with Torsten Magnus Peterson has been rescheduled to Sunday, October 18 from 1-3 at the NGBH Campus. Link to register: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/54Vu-_MPvpeL8f1v0DLBrw

Torsten will discuss how grief is held in the body—not only in the nervous system but also the heart, lungs, and gut. Together, over a cup of tea and a walk through the garden, participants will explore how medicinal native plants can support our bodies & minds through grief and change.

09/11/2026

Native Plant Sale this Saturday from 9-12 at the NGBH campus! Astrid from Honey Petal Plants shares one way participating nurseries collaborate to bring a wide range of plants to the sale. Bas Rouge Farm & Forge 5 Star Nursery and Orchard Radical Roots Nursery Figwort Farm Rooted Elements Rebel Hill Farm https://www.nativemainegardens.org/2026-plant-sale-list

09/10/2026

This Sunday at The Gatherings.... Identify and learn to manage invasive plant species!

We have a really cool workshop happening this Sunday on The Gatherings property. A free public event, learn how to manage invasive plants with experts from Native Gardens of Blue Hill and Island Heritage Trust.

Instructors: Jonny Givelber (Island Heritage Trust), Cathy Rees and Kenton Jakub (Native Gardens of Blue Hill)

Plants discussed: Bittersweet • Knotweed • Winged Euonymus • Barberry • Multiflora Rose

Participants will learn about field identification, tips for a management strategy and species-specific non-chemical means for control, including: Cutting, pulling, weed-wrenching, stump bagging, plant disposal and fruit removal.

Workshop will be outside on the property of The Gatherings and encourage hands-on learning.

Wear long pants, long sleeves, work gloves and rugged shoes! Optional: Bring your own Loppers, Pruners or Hand Saw

Cost: Donations welcome for The Gatherings

09/08/2026

This Saturday! Seven nurseries offering a record number of native species! Plant list and nursery contacts at https://www.nativemainegardens.org/2026-fall-plant-sale . Pre-order directly with the growers for best selection, or come browse at the sale. Bas Rouge Farm & Forge 5 Star Nursery and Orchard Radical Roots Nursery Honey Petal Plants Figwort Farm Blue Hill Peninsula Chamber of Commerce

09/03/2026

Join us on Wednesday, September 16 to explore impact of grief on our body systems—including the heart, lungs, and nervous system— and ways native plants can support us in the grieving process. Led by Community Herbalist Torsten Magnus Peterson. Register: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/54Vu-_MPvpeL8f1v0DLBrw

08/20/2026

Join us online next Thursday, 8/27, to chat with the nurseries participating in our upcoming plant sale and learn about species that provide overwintering habitat and food. Fall is a great time to add native plants and shrubs to your gardens! Nurseries will also share instructions for pre-ordering ahead of the sale. Email [email protected] to request the Zoom link.

08/10/2026

In this clip from our June workshop with Herbalist Torsten Magnus Peterson, hear about one of the flavor languages of plants.

Next in the series, join us this Wednesday to learn about native plants with restorative properties with a focus on the nervous system. Sign up: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/Cdi-d6stEelwOOm7tfhi2A