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Homegrown NH: The easiest way to start a pollinator garden03 Jul 202500:01:54
It might take a mindset shift to mow less and feed more pollinators, but you're ultimately contributing to a more resilient and healthy ecosystem.
Jump-start your garden by winter sowing08 Jan 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 Dec 202500:02:45
In winter, many gardeners bring their yards alive with color and movement by feeding birds.
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 Sep 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.
Getting a start on fall garden clean-up19 Sep 202500:02:28
There’s a touch of fall in the air, and it will soon be time to tidy up spent annuals and summer vegetable plants.
Can a broken branch from a tree or shrub be saved?12 Sep 202500:02:00
Sometimes you can save a broken branch, but it’s usually not worth the effort!
The high stakes of keeping deer out of your garden05 Sep 202500:01:48
Deer value your garden as much as you do; how do you keep them out?
Read the weeds for gardening insight28 Aug 202500:02:25
The weeds in your garden or yard can tell you a lot about your growing conditions, before you even pick up a shovel.
Homegrown NH: How to make sure you're watering effectively21 Aug 202500:02:25
Suggestions for ensuring your plants are getting as much water as they need.
Deck the halls safely for your pets18 Dec 202500:02:34
Be aware that some of the most popular holiday plants can be quite toxic if ingested.
Homegrown NH: How to boost your garden's growth15 Aug 202500:02:21
If you want luscious growth and the most flowers, you need to add some fertilizer.
Homegrown NH: To deadhead, or skip the snip?07 Aug 202500:02:25
It’s tempting to remove spent flowers to make your garden look better, but there are reasons to leave the dying flower where it is.
Homegrown NH: They don't call them squash bugs for nothing!01 Aug 202500:02:23
Squash bugs are a tenacious pest if you're a vegetable gardener.
Homegrown NH: How to have success with hydrangeas25 Jul 202500:02:28
Some easier-to-grow, pollinator-friendly alternatives to the demanding blue mophead hydrangeas that everyone loves!
Homegrown NH: How to grow the ultimate tomato17 Jul 202500:02:19
It wouldn't be summer without fat, juicy, homegrown tomatoes!
Homegrown NH: How to weed less in the garden11 Jul 202500:01:51
Learn the right mulch for your garden if you want to water and weed less in the garden.
Gifts for gardeners11 Dec 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 Dec 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!
A guide to growing fruit trees in the Granite State15 Jan 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.
How to know when to start seeds indoors06 Feb 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 Jan 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 Jan 202600:02:37
You can have success with houseplants if you choose the right one.
Time to dream of garden design12 Feb 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.
Bring some sunshine inside by forcing spring bulbs20 Feb 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.
How to keep potted herbs from the grocery store alive26 Feb 202600:02:44
Here’s how to keep live potted herbs from the grocery thriving, maybe even long enough to plant outside in spring.
Bright Ideas for Starting Seeds Indoors05 Mar 202600:02:52
It’s finally time for NH gardeners to get started planting vegetable and flower seeds indoors.
Keeping an eye on rhododendrons12 Mar 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.
What to know about a ladybug invasion26 Mar 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 Mar 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.
Prune now to enjoy peaches this summer03 Apr 202600:02:43
What to be aware of if you’re tending a peach tree and hoping for lots of juicy peaches this summer.
How to grow more blueberries this year23 Apr 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 Apr 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 Apr 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.
Spring into action with garden tasks you can do now01 May 202600:02:44
We asked Homegrown NH host Emma Erler what tasks she tackles at Kirkwood Gardens in early spring.
Are DIY fertilizers the secret to healthier garden soil?15 May 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 May 202600:02:27
The more hollow stems you can leave, the better!
Dig less and grow more with raised garden beds21 May 202600:02:44
When might raised beds be preferable to growing in the ground?
Homegrown NH: The basics for beginning vegetable gardeners05 Jun 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 May 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.
Conserve water and help your garden thrive with a rain barrel25 Jun 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 Jun 202600:02:50
If mosquitos are keeping you inside when you want to enjoy your garden, try an effective DIY preventative.
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