About Harbor Farm
The Story Behind
the Wreaths
A small family business rooted in the forests of Downeast Maine, making wreaths the way they've always been made — by hand, with balsam cut fresh from the woods down the road.
A Tradition Worth Preserving
For nearly 40 years, Harbor Farm has carried on a tradition Jimmy McWilliams started in 1986. Still handcrafted, still deeply tied to the land.
In 2012, we took over stewardship with a clear sense of what it could be — staying true to the handcraft and relationships with the Maine farming families who harvest our boughs.
For a few weeks each fall, the farm fills with the bustle of the season — wreaths being made and decorated, bows tied, boxes packed, and our seasonal crew working together to send Maine balsam to homes across the country.
None of it would be possible without the wonderful people who make up our seasonal crew. Everyone works incredibly hard to make the season happen, and we’re grateful for the Harbor Farm family that comes together each year.
The Most Fragrant Evergreen
Our boughs are hand-harvested locally, taking only the 18" tips so trees stay healthy. Nothing is imported. The wreath that arrives at your door was assembled within days of shipping.
A Family Affair
Michael & Mandi Leman
We live on a quiet pond in the Maine woods with our two dogs and two cats. Mandi is a painter; Michael gravitates toward woodturning and ceramics. Maine suits us.
Clover Leman
Clover joined the team in 2025. When the season winds down, you'll find Clover hiking, foraging, and creating art for local makers markets.
Life on the Pond
Two dogs, two cats, and one very busy dock.
From Our Family to Yours
When one of our wreaths arrives at your door, we like to think it carries a little piece of Maine with it.
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