Maine Mandates Reimbursement for Invasive Maple Trees Sold at King’s Farm Market
King's Farm Market in Gorham, Maine, is required by the state to reimburse customers who purchased invasive Crimson King Norway and Flame Amur maple trees. Customers must destroy the trees and provide proof to receive their reimbursement.
Portland Auburn, ME, November 10, 2026 —
Gorham, Maine – King’s Farm Market, located in Gorham, Maine, has been directed by the state to provide reimbursements to customers who purchased specific types of maple trees identified as invasive. The affected species are the Crimson King Norway maple and the Flame Amur maple.
The directive requires the farm market to compensate customers for the purchase price of these trees. In order to qualify for reimbursement, customers are obligated to destroy the invasive trees they acquired.
Furthermore, proof of destruction must be submitted to King’s Farm Market to substantiate the claim for reimbursement. The exact amount of reimbursement or the total number of affected sales was not specified in the information provided.
The state’s requirement aims to address the spread of invasive plant species, which can outcompete native vegetation and alter local ecosystems. Crimson King Norway maples and Flame Amur maples are known for their potential to become invasive in certain environments.
Customers who purchased these trees from King’s Farm Market are advised to follow the outlined procedure to obtain their reimbursement. The specific details and timeline for submitting proof of destruction and receiving compensation are to be handled by the farm market under state guidance.
Story summarized from the original created by Madeleine Kaptein on www.pressherald.com, see more information here.
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