Good morning! As the sun shines brighter and the snow begins to melt, Laz and I are looking forward to an amazing gardening season ahead. With Mother's Day weekend being our opening weekend for 2026, we're excited to welcome everyone, and we are especially excited we will have Mary will be there to assist at checkout.

At The Way It Grows (TWIG), we help you create a garden you love with eco-friendly, easy practices. Our carefully selected plants transform your yard into a beautiful, nature-friendly space. We proudly share our expertise and build community, making gardening fun and accessible for all.

What We Offer

• Annuals, Hanging Baskets, Vegetables, Herbs, Perennials, (good selection of natives and nativars) plus much more.
• Special Orders — Hard‑to‑find plants and unique varieties sourced just for you.
• Design Services — Thoughtful, sustainable landscape plans tailored to your space.
• Consultations — Personalized advice for gardens of any size or experience level.
• Local Landscaper Discounts — Supporting our community of green professionals.
• Group Visits to the Greenhouse — Bring friends, clubs, or classes for a guided experience.
• Lectures, Chats & Classes — Learn about gardening, ecology, and practical skills in a friendly setting
• Gift Certificates

Together, we can grow gardens that are beautiful, resilient, and good for the planet.

Events 2026

Permaculture Group Meeting

April 18, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 AM

Location: TWIG Greenhouse, 106 County Road, Eastport

(Will be held online if weather requires)

This meeting is open to all interested in permaculture and sustainable growing practices.

RSVP: Email twigeastport@gmail.com with “PERMIES” in the subject line.

Apple Tree Pruning Workshop

March 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Learn practical techniques for pruning apple trees to support long-term health and productivity.

Cost: $10 per person (children under 12 attend free)

Registration: Advance registration required

RSVP: Email twigeastport@gmail.com with “APPLE” in the subject line.

TWIG – Plants Down East Greenhouse Opening

Mother’s Day Weekend through July 26, 2026

Hours: Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM (or by appointment)

Discover a diverse array of plants, from hanging baskets and blooming annuals to herbs, vegetables, native perennials, trees, shrubs, beneficial plants, houseplants, and beyond.

Note: No-spray facility.

TWIG Greenhouse Community Weekend

September 5–7, 2026

Join us for a festive community weekend featuring live music, food, yard sales, plant sales, and more.

We welcome:

• Musicians
• Food trucks (generators required)
• Craft vendors and vendors of vintage or reclaimed items

Table space: Free

To participate: Email twigeastport@gmail.com with “TABLE” in the subject line.

Common Ground Fair

September 25–27, 2026

TWIG will be presenting at this year’s fair.

Presentation: Creating Balanced Landscapes with Beneficial Plants

(Specific presentation date to be announced.)

Eastport Tree Walk

Fall 2026 (TBD), or by appointment

Starting location: Peavey Memorial Library, Eastport

Format: Guided walk, approximately 3/4 mile, 2 hours

Highlights include historic trees, tree identification, and local ecology.

Fees:

• Free for Eastport residents (Fall date only)
• $12 for non-residents -
• Children 12 and under are always free

Registration: Email twigeastport@gmail.com with “TREE” in the subject line.

Additional walks are available year-round by appointment.

If you're interested in a garden design class, please let us know. I'm also considering offering talks on Composting for Healthy Gardens, Invasive Plant Identification, and Hanging Basket Care, but only if there's enough interest. Thank you for your continued support of The Way It Grows.

See you at the greenhouse.

Paula and Laszlo