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Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

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Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

Discover stunning ornamental gardens and exceptional natural beauty on the coast of Maine.

The Gardens has become one of Maine’s top attractions and one of the most distinguished botanical destinations in the country since opening on June 13, 2007. Its exquisite gardens, dramatic and compelling natural landscape, and waterfront make it unique, charming, and captivating. The Gardens presents limitless potential to inspire learning about natural history, habitats, botany, horticulture and ecological connections.

05/11/2026

Mainers—it’s time.

Free Maine Days tickets are now available for one of our favorite weekends at the Gardens.

We’re excited to welcome Maine residents to the Gardens for free on Friday, May 29; Saturday, May 30; and Sunday, May 31. Tickets are first-come, first-served and tend to go quickly, so don’t wait too long to grab yours.

There is a limit of 8 tickets per household; advanced reservations are required, and guests will need to show a valid Maine ID or driver's license upon entry. When reserving online, be sure to select the “Maine Days” event.

Ready to plan your visit? Click here!
https://www.mainegardens.org/classes-and-events/maine-days-admission-tickets/?utm_source=FacebookPost&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Admissions&utm_content=MaineDays

Not a Mainer? You’re still welcome! A limited number of General Admission tickets will be available for purchase each day, but note that we do expect it to be a very busy weekend.

05/08/2026

Maine residents, mark your calendars!

Maine Days returns to the Gardens Friday, May 29; Saturday, May 30; and Sunday, May 31, with free admission available to Maine residents during the event.

Tickets go on sale online at 10 a.m. on May 11 and are first-come, first-served. There’s a limit of 8 tickets per household, and reservations are required. Be sure to select Maine resident tickets when booking, and bring a valid Maine state ID or driver's license for entry.

Joining us from away? You’re still welcome! A limited number of tickets will be available for sale each day, but note that we expect it to be a very busy weekend.

05/07/2026

A spring composition in chartreuse, purple, and velvety black is taking shape at the entrance to the Gardens 🌿

These six concrete planters were designed using the classic “Thriller, Filler, Spiller” approach, where each container layers height, texture, fullness, and trailing movement to create bold seasonal impact from every angle.

Framed by natural willow structures and set atop classic Maine dry-stacked stone walls, the planters will continue to grow and change over the coming weeks.

Full plant list below -

Thriller:
Lauren’s Grape Poppy - Papaver somniferum

Filler:
Carex testacea ‘Prairie Fire’
Viola ‘Black Delight’ and ‘PurpleFace’

Spiller :
‘Indian Mint’ - Satureja douglasii

Branch dome:
Miyabe Willow - Salix miyabeana

05/06/2026

Inspiration is found at the Gardens! Texture, color, and movement all around invite a closer look—and creativity emerges from careful observation. Deepen your connection to the natural world through art classes.

Through botanical illustration, photography, and hands-on workshops (like the paper flowers pictured by Artist Amity Libby), participants spend time observing, interpreting, and creating in direct conversation with the landscape.

🌿🎨 Explore upcoming botanical arts and photography classes here:
https://www.mainegardens.org/classes-and-events/?spektrix_category%5B%5D=botanical-arts-photography&utm_source=FacebookPost&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ADED&utm_content=BA

05/04/2026

If it’s your first visit—or even your fifth—a guided tour is one of the best ways to experience the Gardens.

Free tours are offered daily at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., making it easy to build into your plans. A Highlights Tour is a great way to get oriented, especially if you’re new to the gardens.

For a deeper look, specialty tours like the Wetlands Hike or Let’s Talk Biodiversity Tour explore specific landscapes and ecosystems in more detail.

Pre-registration is recommended for specialty tours. https://www.mainegardens.org/visit/plan-your-visit/tours/?utm_source=FacebookPost&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Education&utm_content=Tours

05/01/2026

WE’RE OPEN! 🌿

Don’t miss the season beginning to unfold at the Gardens. Early May brings those first hints of green, buds starting to open, and that unmistakable feeling of spring in Maine.

It’s a beautiful time to get outside, explore, and watch the gardens come to life.

We’re open daily from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., rain or shine.
Purchase admission online in advance to save $4 per ticket.

Start your spring here: https://www.mainegardens.org/classes-and-events/admission-tickets/ ?utm_source=FacebookPost&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Admissions

04/30/2026

🌿 Bloom Alert: Opening Weekend! 🌿
We’re opening Friday, May 1—and the gardens are already beginning to stir.

Say hello to Helleborus x hybridus ‘Blue Metallic Lady’, one of the early risers bringing subtle beauty and rich, moody color to the landscape.

We’re also spotting Helleborus multifidus subsp. hercegovinus. With its fresh green flowers and finely textured foliage, it's an understated bloom that brings a completely different look to the early spring garden.

Opening weekend carries the unmistakable feeling of fresh air, soft color returning, and the promise of a season just beginning. It’s the perfect time to step back into nature, slow your pace, and reconnect.

04/28/2026

Give Mom a day filled with beauty and fresh air.
On Sunday, May 10, moms of all types receive free admission—just reserve a complimentary ticket during checkout.

Join her for a vibrant day in the Gardens—Mother’s Day is one of our most popular (and joyful!) days of the season. Be sure to plan ahead and reserve your tickets early.
https://www.mainegardens.org/classes-and-events/admission-tickets/ ?utm_source=FacebookPost&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Admissions&utm_content=MothersDayTickets

04/26/2026

We’re excited to welcome Maine Public Classicalto the Gardens on May 3 as part of their 10th anniversary celebration.

It’s opening weekend, and they’ll be broadcasting Sunday Brunch with Sarah Tuttle live from the Gardens from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—featuring music inspired by the season and the beauty all around us.

Tune in from home, or join us here and take it all in.

04/25/2026

Exploring Guardians of the Seeds by Thomas Dambo is an exciting part of the Gardens experience, and it’s all included with regular admission.

Planning your troll adventure? Here are our top tips before you head out.

The five giant trolls are scattered throughout the woods—one is in the central gardens, with the rest about a half-mile apart. If you’re hoping to find all five, plan for about a three-mile walk.

Our recommendation: don’t feel like you have to see them all in one visit. Many guests explore a few at a time and come back again. (Consider becoming a member, it pays for itself in two visits!)

Expect a walk—wear good shoes and bring your water bottle.

Here's a general time guide:
• 1–2 trolls: about 45 minutes
• 3 trolls: about 90 minutes
• All 5 trolls: 2.5–3 hours
• Trolls + seeds: up to 4–5 hours

Take your time and enjoy it!

Explore more troll tips and FAQ here: https://www.mainegardens.org/visit-faq/

Address

105 Botanical Gardens Drive
Boothbay, ME
04537

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12076338000

Website

http://www.mainegardens.org/

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