Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

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.

Perhaps your next favorite spot at the Gardens is one you haven't found yet.The Vayo Meditation Garden is one of the Gar...
08/12/2026

Perhaps your next favorite spot at the Gardens is one you haven't found yet.

The Vayo Meditation Garden is one of the Gardens' quieter destinations, a place where birdsong, tidal views, rustling leaves, and thoughtful design encourage a slower pace. If you're exploring this season, consider venturing off the main path to discover it for yourself. Plan your visit here: https://www.mainegardens.org/visit/plan-your-visit/?utm_source=FacebookPost&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Admissions&utm_content=PlanYourVisit

A summer visit wouldn't be complete without a stop at the Butterfly House, where native moth and butterfly species flutt...
08/11/2026

A summer visit wouldn't be complete without a stop at the Butterfly House, where native moth and butterfly species flutter among the flowers and host plants that sustain them. Every visit offers something new to discover, from spotting a familiar favorite to learning about a species for the first time.

Along the way, our docents are happy to answer questions and share insights about these fascinating insects, their life cycles, and the plants that attract and support them. Come take a closer look at some of the smallest and most captivating residents of the season.

Can you guess what butterfly this is?

Troll challenge! Without looking it up...Can you name all five Guardians that live here at The Gardens? No cheating.Extr...
08/10/2026

Troll challenge! Without looking it up...
Can you name all five Guardians that live here at The Gardens? No cheating.

Extra bonus points for photos of tiny humans next to big trolls in the comments.

Ready for your own troll adventure? Know before you go with this helpful FAQ on our website: https://www.mainegardens.org/visit-faq/

Can you hear me now? 🐉One of the Children's Garden's most delightful discoveries is the Stone Dragon's talk tubes. Find ...
08/09/2026

Can you hear me now? 🐉

One of the Children's Garden's most delightful discoveries is the Stone Dragon's talk tubes. Find the other end, say hello, and see who answers!

Make Wednesday your family adventure day. Every Wednesday through the end of August, kids ages 17 and under receive free admission.

Reserve your L.L.Bean-sponsored free kids' tickets online before your visit, and purchase your adult tickets in advance. Please note that tickets are $4 more per ticket when purchased at the Gardens.

Cig Harvey (Cig Harvey ) joins us this September as the speaker for our 16th Annual Ina & Lewis Heafitz Endowed Lecture ...
08/08/2026

Cig Harvey (Cig Harvey ) joins us this September as the speaker for our 16th Annual Ina & Lewis Heafitz Endowed Lecture Series.

While tickets for this year's lecture have already sold out, we're honored to welcome one of Maine's most celebrated photographers and writers to the Gardens.

Looking to explore her work before she arrives? You'll find a selection of Cig Harvey's beautiful books available now in Gardenshop.

https://shop.mainegardens.org/shop.html?prod_search=Cig+Harvey&utm_source=FacebookPost&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Gardenshop&utm_content=CigHarvey

🌸Bloom Alert! The pollinators have spoken: it's coneflower season.From vibrant cultivars in shades of pink, orange, yell...
08/07/2026

🌸Bloom Alert! The pollinators have spoken: it's coneflower season.

From vibrant cultivars in shades of pink, orange, yellow, and red to the classic purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), coneflowers are putting on a summer show throughout the Gardens.

While each variety brings its own beauty to the landscape, Echinacea purpurea—a tough, drought-tolerant perennial native to eastern and central North America—is especially beloved by pollinators. Its open flower form makes nectar and pollen easily accessible to bees and butterflies, creating one of the busiest stops in the garden this time of year.

Keep an eye out for these seasonal standouts and the pollinators they attract on your next visit.

Looking for one of the coolest spots in the Gardens today? 💦The Whale Rock Fountains in the Children's Garden is a good ...
08/07/2026

Looking for one of the coolest spots in the Gardens today? 💦

The Whale Rock Fountains in the Children's Garden is a good place to start!

While you're exploring:
💧 Bring a reusable water bottle and consider adding electrolytes.
🌳 Follow the shade when you can.
❄️ Stop into the Café, Visitor Center, or Bosarge Family Education Center for an air-conditioned break.

Meet the Daydream Smoketree (Cotinus coggygria), a cultivar that lives up to its name. Cloud-like seed heads give smoket...
07/31/2026

Meet the Daydream Smoketree (Cotinus coggygria), a cultivar that lives up to its name. Cloud-like seed heads give smoketrees their signature look.

This green-leaved variety produces especially dense, fluffy seed clusters that linger well into the season, creating a hazy effect that seems to glow in the summer light.

Come autumn, those fresh green leaves transform into brilliant shades of red, making this a stunner of a plant all season long!

📍You can find this Daydream Smoketree along the pathway connecting the Dahlia & Iris Garden with the Learning Apiary and Native Bee Exhibit. Close by the willow tunnel.

Blueberry season is the perfect time to visit one of the sweetest hidden gems in the Children's Garden. 🫐Tucked away on ...
07/30/2026

Blueberry season is the perfect time to visit one of the sweetest hidden gems in the Children's Garden. 🫐

Tucked away on one of the Blueberry Islands, you'll find Sal's Bear. You may recognize the artist behind this beloved bear: Nancy Schon also created the iconic Make Way for Ducklings sculpture in Boston's Public Garden.

Inspired by Robert McCloskey's children's book Blueberries for Sal, this friendly bear has become a favorite stop for little adventurers.

Climb aboard for a ride up Blueberry Hill, then see if you can spot Sal's pail hidden nearby. "...kuplink! kuplank! kuplunk!"

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

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