Home decor for inside and out

by Staff Star Herald
12 years ago

BUSINESS FOCUS

Home decor for inside and out

Myrtle Tree

    Where can you find “The County’s Garden Destination” and a great selection of unique treasures? Myrtle Tree Farm/Ravenswood, located at 368 Fort Fairfield Road in Presque Isle.

    Myrtle Tree, owned by Donna and C.K. Keegan, has 22 years in the nursery and garden business.
    “We knew you could plant perennials all season, some even better planted in the fall. So we set out to make available plants and information to help gardeners enjoy adding to their gardens all season,” said Donna Keegan.
    At Myrtle Tree, you can find quality plants for your garden and landscape, with a great selection of perennials, herbs, specialty annuals, small fruits, vines, roses, lilacs, shrubbery, fruit trees, crab apples and specimen trees, a large selection of field-dug perennials, as well as moss baskets, wall hangings, afternoon teas and workshops, garden consultation and landscaping services.
    “We offer knowledgeable service, with display gardens designed to inspire,” said Keegan, noting tips and ideas are just part of doing good business.
    The nursery is open May 1 to mid-October. Business hours are Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Teas, workshops and garden tours available. FMI, call 764-4980, visit www.myrtletreefarm.com or look for Myrtle Tree on Facebook.

Ravenswood

    Ravenswood Gifts and Antiques, a specialty gift shop, opened by Debi Ames in May 2011, is now in its third season.
    “At Ravenswood, you’ll find unique treasures for your home, camp, cottage and garden that one would never find in the ‘big box’ stores,” explained Ames.
    Whether you’re looking for something to complete a garden, perfect decoration for home project or a gift for a special occasion, Ravenswood offers something for any taste.
    “Ravenswood Gift Shop offers a wide variety of New England-made products, including baskets, wind chimes and Maine-made items including North Country Wind Bells, wreaths, birdhouses and twig furniture. The garden section has a variety of bird baths, planters and garden décor. Ravenswood has stained glass windows, lamps, frames and keepsake boxes by Meyda, Tiffany and J. Devlin,” said Ames.
    “We have accent furniture, framed art, novelty signs and seasonal decor, a specialty food section, along with jewelry — all USA-made,” said Ames.
    Customers are greeted by warm lighting, soft music, appealing fragrances and wonderful products that create an inviting atmosphere.
    Business hours are Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FMI or an appointment, call 554-6089. Check us out on Pinterest and Facebook.