Meet Our Team

Michael Howland

Landscape designer and Horticulturist- ​Michael is enthusiastic about the natural world and enjoys studying and working with landscape design concepts and materials. Michael completed his B.S and AAS in Environmental Horticulture with a concentration in landscape design from the University of Maine and Southern Maine Community College respectively. Michael brings a diverse set of skills to the table, which he has accumulated while working a variety of jobs. Michael honed his customer relationship and small team management skills while working as an estate garden Forman in Portland, Maine.  Michael is originally from Lincoln County and is happy to have returned to the area after traveling and completing his studies. A few of his hobbies include birding, cross x skiing, and woodworking.

Hannah Ward

Landscape designer and Horticulturist- Hannah contributes enormous behind the scene support to Spring River Horticulture by collaborating and advising creative landscape design solutions and occasionally helping out with installation projects. Hannah completed her B.S in Environmental Horticulture with a concentration in Landscape Design at the University of Maine, Orono. She is originally from the Berkshires, Massachusetts. Hannah is a third generation Horticulturist and knows her plants! A few of her hobbies include, quilting, cross word puzzles and hiking.       

Lilly

Team mascot- Lilly plays a very important part of the team here at Spring River Hort. Lilly helps bring a positive attitude and is without a doubt the leader of the pack. A few of Lilly's hobbies include: chewing sticks, bones and chasing squirrels. 

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Customer testimonials
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We highly recommend Spring River Horticulture for design, install and maintenance projects. A real partner – Michael is responsive, flexible and has a great attitude. Our lake house featured a hodgepodge of dead or dying bushes. No flowers but plenty of neglect. Lots to design and install! Michael customized a design that exceeded our expectations. He was patient and helpful as we modified the plan. Each walk-through and “blueprint” featured illustrations, elevations and detailed information about the best plant varieties, exposures and growth patterns. Michael skillfully conveyed his knowledge of native Maine plants, climate and issues such as run-off, root growth and other factors for a house close to a shoreline." ~ Customer, Nobleboro Maine
Michael and his team are professional, reliable, honest and friendly. Fantastic container design, sourcing and planting execution! Michael made sure to adhere to my personal design aesthetics and appreciated the photos I shared. I asked for an English Garden vibe and the containers look truly stunning! Very grateful!" ~ Customer, Bremen Maine