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Welcome to our database of Maine native plants featured in the NGBH Garden in Blue Hill. We’ll be regularly updating this collection with new plant profiles and photos throughout the season. The plant records are compiled by our dedicated volunteers and include details on plant taxonomy, characteristics, bloom times, seed collection periods, garden locations, and wildlife associations. Our goal is to create a comprehensive catalog of plants in the garden, providing valuable horticultural information tailored to the unique needs of our region.
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Featured Plant

Ilex verticillata winterberry

Ilex verticillata

Common Name: Winterberry, Black alder
Family: Aquilfoliaceae (holly family)
Mature Height: 10 - 20'
Sun Requirement: Sun, Sun to part shade, Part shade to shade, Shade
Moisture Requirement: Dry - medium, Medium - moist, Moist
Flower Color: White, Green
Bloom Time: Early summer (June - July)
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