Q.I live in Waterville Maine.
I believe that zone 5A what kind of plants are good for me to try to grow right now

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Fall is coming up and that is a good time to plant trees, shrubs and perennials. Here are some recommended for your zone:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/zone-5-shade-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/zone-5-gardening.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/common-zone-5-perennials.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/zone-5-xeriscape-plants.htm