Don't let the frost fool you -- spring is in the air. And since the first weekend of May is the unofficial opening date for local greenhouses, it's time to get growing.

Bagley's Greenhouse on Stillwater Avenue in Orono is open, but reports that most of the plants won't be out until sometime next week, due to the threat of cold temperatures.

Sue Keating of Sweet Pea Gardens in Surry urges gardeners to start their sweet peas now if they haven't already. Need supplies? She's got 'em. Visit Sweet Pea Gardens [1] for more information.

If gardening isn't your thing but floral prints are, visit Cottage Consignment on Route 1 in Rockport, which recently reopened for the season. At the top of my wish list? This gorgeous dress by Betsey Johnson: