UMaine Extension offers native plant webinars for commercial growers and home gardenersUniversity of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer two online webinars in early October focused on growing native plants, one for aspiring nursery owners and another for home gardeners interested in seed propagation. The first session “Passion, Patience & Product: Starting a Native Plant Nursery” will be held Monday, Oct.University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer two online webinars in early October focused on growing native plants, one for aspiring nursery owners and another for home gardeners interested in seed propagation. The first session “Passion, Patience & Product: Starting a Native Plant Nursery” will be held Monday, Oct. 6 from 6-7:15 p.m. Ivonne Vazquez, owner of Bas Rouge Farm & Forge, will share insights into launching and operating a native plant nursery, highlighting the values, logistics, and lessons that shape a sustainable business. The second webinar “Growing Native Plants from Seed” takes place on Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 6-7:15 p.m. Led by Extension horticulture professional Pamela Hargest, the session will cover simple, practical methods for starting native plants from seed.