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Homegrown NH: Multiply your perennials this fall25 sept. 202600:02:45
Divide your perennials in fall and you can expand your garden and start off spring with plants that are ready to grow.
Plant trees and shrubs this fall18 sept. 202600:02:45
Fall is a great time to plant trees and shrubs, with one possible exception: hold off on evergreens.
The best time to work on your lawn10 sept. 202600:02:50
Is your lawn looking patchy or want to add micro-clover? Fall is a great time for lawn care!
Make the most of your compost04 sept. 202600:02:37
Compost is known as "black gold" because it has huge value for plant growth and soil health.
Get rid of 'creeping Jenny' for good28 août 202600:02:39
The ground cover, “creeping Jenny,” is invasive and prohibited for sale in the state, but it still manages to overspread lawns, gardens, and natural areas.
What to do when evergreens start dropping needles14 août 202600:02:48
Evergreens drop their needles over time, but if you learn the natural cycle, you can identify when you need to take action.
Choosing plants for a native NH garden14 août 202600:02:46
An avid gardener moving to the state from Georgia wants suggestions for a native plant garden.
How to spot and stop invasive jumping worms07 août 202600:02:48
Invasive jumping worms are now found all over NH, and they destroy soil and change ecosystems.
Weeds are part of gardening31 juil. 202600:02:45
Consider safer alternatives for eradicating weeds this summer.
Which veggies are easiest to grow in NH, and which are hardest?23 juil. 202600:02:49
Is any vegetable "universally easy to grow"? Probably not, but Homegrown NH's Emma Erler has tips on where to put your energy if you're new to gardening.
Are ants good or bad for your garden?16 juil. 202600:02:46
Are ants helping or actively harming your garden and grass?
Defend your garden from pests10 juil. 202600:02:46
From organic pesticides to hand-picking each pest individually, it is a struggle to keep unwanted guests out of your garden.
Conserve water and help your garden thrive with a rain barrel25 juin 202600:02:46
A rain barrel can be as simple or complicated as you like, but either way you’re taking advantage of natural rainfall to water your garden.
How to minimize mosquitos in your garden18 juin 202600:02:50
If mosquitos are keeping you inside when you want to enjoy your garden, try an effective DIY preventative.
Homegrown NH: The basics for beginning vegetable gardeners05 juin 202600:02:43
If you’re starting a veggie garden for the first time, here are the essentials you need to know to get started.
Try a 'hügelkultur' garden bed28 mai 202600:02:43
“Hügel” is the German word for hill or mound; "hügelkultur" is a way of growing plants in rounded, above-ground beds made from woody debris.
Dig less and grow more with raised garden beds21 mai 202600:02:44
When might raised beds be preferable to growing in the ground?
Are DIY fertilizers the secret to healthier garden soil?15 mai 202600:02:39
Is it worth brewing up some compost tea or burying a banana peel in your garden to help fertilize your plants?
How to clean up your garden and protect pollinators13 mai 202600:02:27
The more hollow stems you can leave, the better!
Spring into action with garden tasks you can do now01 mai 202600:02:44
We asked Homegrown NH host Emma Erler what tasks she tackles at Kirkwood Gardens in early spring.
How to grow more blueberries this year23 avr. 202600:02:38
If you have a blueberry bush, your goal is probably to get the most blueberries possible.
Which shrubs to prune now and why16 avr. 202600:02:48
The perennial question of when to prune depends on when your shrub blooms, and what your goals are - with special attention for lilacs.
Don't step foot in that garden - yet!09 avr. 202600:02:42
If you can take a handful of soil and make a ball that will not fall apart when gently poked, the soil is too wet to work.
Prune now to enjoy peaches this summer03 avr. 202600:02:43
What to be aware of if you’re tending a peach tree and hoping for lots of juicy peaches this summer.
What to know about a ladybug invasion26 mars 202600:02:37
If you have ladybugs inside at this time of year, it's the Asian ladybug, not the native ladybug.
Get the right soil for your container garden20 mars 202600:02:22
There are a lot of bags of soil at the gardening center, and it’s important to choose the right one for any container gardening you plan to do this year.
Keeping an eye on rhododendrons12 mars 202600:02:54
After a cold winter, here’s what to do if you see curled and drooping leaves on even the hardiest of rhododendrons.
Bright Ideas for Starting Seeds Indoors05 mars 202600:02:52
It’s finally time for NH gardeners to get started planting vegetable and flower seeds indoors.
How to keep potted herbs from the grocery store alive26 févr. 202600:02:44
Here’s how to keep live potted herbs from the grocery thriving, maybe even long enough to plant outside in spring.
Bring some sunshine inside by forcing spring bulbs20 févr. 202600:02:47
Forcing bulbs indoors is a way to bring spring cheer into the house if you have some bulbs that didn’t make it into the ground before it froze.
Time to dream of garden design12 févr. 202600:02:52
With a blanket of white, you can really get a look at the bones of your garden and think about garden design principles and plans.
How to know when to start seeds indoors06 févr. 202600:02:41
Anticipate planting tender flowers and vegetables in the garden around Memorial Day, and count backwards depending on the seed.
An easy test to determine if your old seeds are still good29 janv. 202600:02:33
A simple test you can do at home can determine whether your old seeds are worth using this year.
Help your houseplants thrive in NH’s long winters23 janv. 202600:02:37
You can have success with houseplants if you choose the right one.
A guide to growing fruit trees in the Granite State15 janv. 202600:02:22
If you’re dreaming of picking apples or pears from your own garden in the fall, here are some recommendations for success getting started growing fruit trees.
Jump-start your garden by winter sowing08 janv. 202600:02:47
Part craft project, part midwinter experiment, winter sowing allows gardeners to get something growing with cold-hardy seeds.
Welcome birds to your garden this winter31 déc. 202500:02:45
In winter, many gardeners bring their yards alive with color and movement by feeding birds.
Deck the halls safely for your pets18 déc. 202500:02:34
Be aware that some of the most popular holiday plants can be quite toxic if ingested.
Gifts for gardeners11 déc. 202500:02:37
One of the best things about shopping for gardeners is that whatever you choose, it is likely they’ll use it for years to come.
How to winterize your evergreens04 déc. 202500:02:37
Snow, ice, and wind can take a toll on evergreen shrubs.
Forget real or fake. How about a living Christmas tree?26 nov. 202500:02:40
Keep memories alive with a living Christmas tree inside your home during the holidays, to plant in your yard or garden in the spring.
Forage in your yard for holiday greenery20 nov. 202500:02:26
Most holiday decorations, such as wreaths, swags and centerpieces, can be created with natural materials gathered from your yard and garden.
How to prune oakleaf hydrangeas13 nov. 202500:02:16
A listener asks when to prune overgrown oakleaf hydrangeas, a native shrub prized for its oak-shaped leaves and fall color.
Sharp tools, warm hearts, as gardeners prepare for winter’s rest07 nov. 202500:02:30
If you've made the investment in gardening tools, now is the time to clean and sharpen them so they're ready to go in spring.
Should you prune trees and shrubs now?31 oct. 202500:02:29
With the leaves on the ground, you can see the shape of the trees and shrubs in your garden, but leave that task until spring!
Grow garlic as a gift to your future self24 oct. 202500:02:30
A head of garlic, like tulips or daffodils, is a bulb you can plant in the fall that will pay dividends in spring.
Summer garden showstoppers need help to survive winter17 oct. 202500:02:27
If you grow dahlias or canna lilies, garden chores in the fall include taking steps to ensure tender bulbs and rhizomes can bloom again next year.
Can you just "leave the leaves" this fall?09 oct. 202500:02:24
"Leaving the leaves" sounds easy but it may involve more work than you think!
Permission to leave perennials all winter02 oct. 202500:02:19
Pollinators, insects and birds will all benefit if you leave your perennials until spring.
Ways to expand your garden in the fall26 sept. 202500:02:19
While fall signals the garden to slow down, it is an opportune time for enjoying the weather and doing some fall planting.
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