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vsanna t1_j4gvryv wrote

What region are you in? Many local farms (the one I work for included) sell seedlings in spring for customers to plant. They may be a little more expensive than going to a hardware garden center, but they'll be healthier and more locally adapted, with the money you spend going directly to locals instead of a huge corporation. Check out farmer's markets near you, or search for farms in your area and see if any of them do pre-orders.

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tbone985 OP t1_j4gyo8s wrote

Mid Coast - Brunswick to Camden are easy drives. Yes, I'd much rather a local farm where I can go and get stuff. The selection at the local farmer's market is a bit limited. I know Johnny's Selected Seed is north of Augusta but I don't know if they sell plants.

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fakecrookedjaw t1_j4hokyw wrote

Camden and Rockland Farmer’s markets start in the first week of May and several of farmers/vendors sell a variety of seedlings.

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blainemoore t1_j4i8o00 wrote

In Brunswick, the farmer's markets often have some good starter plants, and there's usually a plant sale at the lodge at the corner of Baribeau and Botany.

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vsanna t1_j4h7o3t wrote

No, Johnny's doesn't sell plants, but they are a great company and source for locally-adapted seeds.

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nil3n t1_j4hgysb wrote

moose crossing, waldoboro

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