Education Center at Goffstown

blooming ground ivy in grass
Controlling Ground Ivy
I think I have ground ivy growing in my lawn. What can I do to control it?
I think I have ground ivy growing in my lawn. What can I do to control it? Learn More
Highbush blueberry bush
New To Growing Blueberries
I’m interested in growing blueberries. What do I need to know before I plant?
I’m interested in growing blueberries. What do I need to know before I plant? Learn More
H. macrophylla early spring
Solving the Hydrangea Puzzle
Pruning hydrangeas is a subject that baffles many gardeners - novice and experienced alike. Before you even think about grabbing your pruning tools, y... Learn More
young oak leaves
We can’t seem to get grass to grow under the oak tree in our yard. Any suggestions?
A Question of the Week
A Question of the Week Learn More
Broken branches like the one on this juniper should be pruned using sharp, clean, pruning tools
Repairing Winter Tree and Shrub Damage
Some of my trees and shrubs were damaged by the cold and ice this winter. When is the right time to prune?
Some of my trees and shrubs were damaged by the cold and ice this winter. When is the right time to prune? Learn More
Photo by Rob Routledge, Sault College, Bugwood.org
Invasive in the Spotlight: Multiflora Rose
Native to Japan, Korea, and eastern China, multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora) was introduced into the United States in 1866 as rootstock for ornamental... Learn More
black bear
Black Bear In The Neighborhood
A black bear was recently spotted in my neighborhood. What can I do to keep it out of my yard and garden?
A black bear was recently spotted in my neighborhood. What can I do to keep it out of my yard and garden? Learn More
Japanese barberry by Amy Watson
Invasive in the Spotlight: Japanese Barberry
Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii) is deciduous, multi branched shrub that is native to Japan, and is often used as an ornamental shrub in the la... Learn More
Vole Tunnel
Mole or Vole?
Now that the snow has melted I’m noticing lots of tunnels in my lawn. Are moles or voles to blame?
Now that the snow has melted I’m noticing lots of tunnels in my lawn. Are moles or voles to blame? Learn More
Amynthas spp, courtesy of UVM
Invasive in the Spotlight: Jumping Worms
Conventional wisdom tells us that earthworms are good for the soil. They improve soil drainage and aeration, increase nutrient availability, and enhan... Learn More