Settling into a new home in Maine is a huge milestone—and one of the best ways to make it feel truly yours is by adding some life and color outside! 🌸 Whether it’s bright flowers, fresh mulch, or a few new shrubs, landscaping is a great way to personalize your space and boost curb appeal 🌟.

Southern Maine is packed with natural beauty, and spring is the perfect time to dig in (literally). 🏡 Whether you're in Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, or Falmouth, you’ll find that planting in Southern Maine is both rewarding and fun.

🌷 What to Plant This Spring in Maine
If you’re new to gardening, start simple! Here are some plants that love our Maine climate:

• Lupines – Iconic and beautiful in bloom 💜

• Black-eyed Susans – Low maintenance and sunny 🌻

• Daylilies – Colorful and hardy 🌼

• Hydrangeas & Lilacs – Great shrubs for structure and seasonal color 🌸

🛒 Where to Buy Flowers and Shrubs in Southern Maine
Need a place to shop for your garden? These local gems have everything you need to get growing:

• Broadturn Farm – Scarborough 🌿 Organic flowers, plants, and good vibes

• Estabrook’s – Falmouth 🌼 A Maine favorite with tons of garden inspiration

• Jordan’s Farm – Cape Elizabeth 🥕 Beautiful plants plus a great farm market

• Skillin’s Greenhouses – Falmouth & Cumberland 🌳 Family-owned with generations of gardening know-how

🌞 Quick Landscaping Tips for New Homeowners

• Test your soil before planting

• Add mulch to keep weeds down and moisture in

• Start with low-maintenance perennials

• Water early in the morning or late in the day for best results 💧

Creating a yard you love doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Start small, have fun, and let your garden grow with you 🌱. There’s something special about watching your landscape bloom—especially when it surrounds a home that’s truly your own.

🌸 Still looking for the perfect new home in Southern Maine? Or need more landscaping tips for Maine homeowners? I’d be happy to help you plant roots in the right place!