In 2019, she graduated from the UMaine Master Gardener Volunteer program. This gave her the opportunity to learn at a level of expertise she had not experienced in all her years of gardening. While living at Swamp John Rd, her garden has grown over the years. One thing a gardener has to contend with is digging up and dividing plants that have grown too large. Susan hated the thought of throwing these away, so she began giving them away. There is a great deal of pleasure in helping a new homeowner save hundreds of dollars on landscaping, and helping many others who simply cannot afford store bought plants. For years people have suggested to Susan that she sell plants, so she began to do research. Perennials in Maine can be expensive, and there is always the risk that they will not survive the harsh Maine winter. She hopes to sell all kinds of perennials with a focus on Peony and Lavender Angustifolia. In order to sell hardy plants that will survive Maine, Susan will want to keep them in the ground until they bloom, this can take 2-3 years for some plants. She plans on selling these plants at a reasonable price. Her goal is to make beautiful plants accessible to those who could not otherwise afford them. In order to keep costs down, plants will not be sold in pots. Customers will be asked to bring containers and advised to plant their purchases right away.
