Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Perennial Nursery & Garden Design Experts in Maine
We are a nursery dedicated to cultivating herbaceous ornamental wildflowers, grasses, and select perennials that embody a natural aesthetic. Our focus lies in plants that are hardy, low-maintenance, and visually dynamic across seasons. As designers, we integrate these plants into naturalistic planting schemes, emphasizing ecological balance and artistic composition. Our approach includes hands-on customer education through guided tours of our display gardens, ensuring clients understand each plant's ecological role and design potential.Sustainability guides our operations, from soil management to minimizing carbon footprint. We prioritize plants that support wildlife while maintaining visual appeal, blending native and non-native species thoughtfully. Our inventory reflects curated selections tested for resilience in Maine's climate, offering solutions for both private and public landscapes.
Services
Perennial Plant Sales
Naturalistic Garden Design
Landscaping Consultation
Native Plant Selection
Sustainable Landscaping
Display Garden Tours
Plant Trials & Research
Ecological Restoration
Custom Planting Plans
Garden Maintenance Advice
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer expert guidance on ecological and design aspects of plant selection.
- Our nursery prioritizes sustainable practices with minimal environmental impact.
- Each plant is chosen for its artistic contribution to naturalistic garden design.
- We provide hands-on, personalized customer support and nursery tours.
- Our plant selection focuses on hardy, low-maintenance species for year-round beauty.
What people say
Beautiful display gardens
Knowledgeable staff
Unique plant varieties
Eco-friendly practices
Excellent design guidance
Services
Perennial Plant Sales
We offer a curated selection of herbaceous perennials suited for naturalistic landscapes. Our inventory includes native and non-native species tested for hardiness in Maine's climate. Plants are grown in one-gallon pots with options for bulk purchases, supporting both small gardens and large-scale projects while maintaining ecological balance.
Naturalistic Garden Design
Our design approach integrates plants into dynamic, seasonally evolving compositions. We emphasize structural longevity and wildlife support through carefully curated plant combinations. Services include site analysis, planting plans, and ongoing consultation to achieve sustainable, aesthetically cohesive landscapes that reflect natural ecosystems.
Native Plant Consultation
We provide expert guidance on selecting native plants for ecological restoration and garden use. Our consultation covers habitat requirements, wildlife benefits, and long-term maintenance. This service helps clients create biodiverse spaces that support pollinators while maintaining visual appeal throughout the growing season.
Display Garden Tours
Guided tours explore our demonstration gardens showcasing naturalistic planting techniques. Visitors learn about plant behavior, seasonal changes, and design principles through immersive experiences in our meadow and woodland gardens. Tours emphasize practical applications for both residential and commercial landscapes.
Sustainable Landscaping
Our sustainable practices focus on reducing environmental impact through organic soil management and minimal resource use. We recommend plants requiring less water and maintenance while supporting local ecosystems. This approach creates resilient landscapes that thrive with minimal intervention over time.
People
Andrew Fiori
Founder & Head Designer
Andrew established Campo di Fiori in 2012, combining his passion for botany and landscape design. With over 15 years of horticultural experience, he specializes in naturalistic planting schemes that balance aesthetics and ecology. Andrew leads plant selection and garden development, drawing inspiration from Maine's diverse habitats.
Questions
What types of plants do you specialize in?
We focus on herbaceous perennials, ornamental grasses, and select native/non-native hybrids suited for naturalistic landscapes in Maine's climate.
Do you offer landscaping services?
Yes, we provide naturalistic garden design and planting plans tailored to your site's ecological conditions and aesthetic goals.
Are your plants suitable for beginner gardeners?
Our inventory includes many low-maintenance species ideal for novice gardeners, with staff available to provide care guidance.
Can I visit the nursery year-round?
The nursery has seasonal hours, typically open May-September, with visits by appointment during winter months.
Do you sell plants online?
We primarily operate as a physical nursery but offer limited online ordering for select plant varieties during peak season.
How do you support local ecosystems?
We prioritize native plants that support pollinators, use sustainable growing practices, and educate clients on creating wildlife-friendly landscapes.
