Beginning Gardener Resources
Welcome!
Are you new to gardening? We’re so glad you found our community – welcome! We’ve gathered these articles, webinars, events, and other resources to help you get off to a good start. If there’s something else you’d like to learn about, these archives are a great place to search.
Planting Calendars
Wondering when to plant something in your garden? These calendars will help you pick the right date.
Community Resources
These resources are popular in our community and can help get you started!
Beginning Gardener Video Series
In this series, Caleb Goossen, our crop and conservation specialist, and Dave Colson, a MOFGA volunteer and farmer, guide us through some basics including picking a site for a garden, starting seedlings, compost, and more.
Beginning Gardener Series
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How-to's
Below are a few articles and webinar recordings about starting a garden.
Upcoming Beginner-Friendly Events
We hope to see you at a gathering or webinar soon!
Gather & Grow Tour: Orono Community Giving Garden
July 14 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmWho’s Eating My Kale? A Summer Pest and Disease Tour
July 23 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pmGather & Grow Tour: Beginner Urban Gardening
August 4 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmGather & Grow Tour: Community Gardens at Beach Plum Farm Preserve
August 7 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pmGather & Grow Tour: Backyard Permaculture
September 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
