Best Plants for Maine

Finding the best plants for Maine's climate is easy with the right growing zone information. To find the best plants for your region of the state, search by zip code or select your town from the list below.

Whether you're growing vegetables in your raised beds at home, or a landscape architect creating your next masterpiece, The Plant Guide Online is your comprehensive guide to the best plants for Maine. Search for your town in the list or click below to find planting information for a different state.

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Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Plant based on Maine's growing zone

Is Maine not the right state? Find the best plants for other regions of the United States by selecting a different state from the list below.

Need a Different State?

The Plant Guide Online combines decades of research to provide plant recommendations for every state's climate.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Plants by Town

Ready to find the best plants for your area based on the latest scientific data? Let us be your guide to the best plants for Maine! Begin by selecting your town in the list below.

The Plant Guide Online has been providing growing information for Maine based on the latest scientific data since 2011. We combine the latest growing zone information from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with university databases specific to Maine to give you the most up to date growing information for your individual town. Whether you're an amateur gardener or a professional landscape architect, let us be your guide to the right plants for Maine's climate.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

The Best Plants for Every State!

Need to find plants for a state other than Maine? We have growing information for every town and zip code in the entire United States. Select a different state below to begin exploring the best plants for other areas.