Yard & Garden

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Education Center Volunteer Program Expands, Evolves
Program Manager Danielle Whiteneck Discusses Details
The UNH Extension Yard and Garden Education Center is expanding its volunteer program to include more New Hampshire residents. This expansion will all... Learn More
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Can house plants make you happier?
When the world is gloomy, plants in the home can provide relief
Houseplants can brighten up a room and improve the overall aesthetic, especially during long winters. Studies show that houseplants can lower cortisol... Learn More
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How can I increase the humidity indoors for my houseplants?
This year's windy cold weather shifts focus to caring for our indoor plants.
To increase indoor humidity for houseplants during dry winter months in New Hampshire, using a portable humidifier near the plants and monitoring humi... Learn More
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2025 Webinar Series for Greenhouse, Nursery & Garden Center Professionals
Webinar series for Greenhouse, Nursery and Garden Center Professionals meets once a month, virtual. Cost: $10/webinar. Each webinar will earn one pest... Learn More
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What are Some Native Trees and Shrubs That Provide Berries for Birds Through the Fall and Winter? 
Consider growing a native tree or shrub to help provide food for birds
Check out this list of native fruit-producing perennial trees and shrubs that you can grow in your New Hampshire yard or garden to provide additional ... Learn More
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2025 Training Opportunities for Prospective Pesticide Applicators
Courses for 2025 Pesticide Application training for private and commercial applicators, and recertification credits online. Learn More
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UNH Extension Volunteers Recognized for Service to New Hampshire at 2024 Spirit of NH Awards
Master Gardener Doris Buco received the 2024 Spirit of NH Award and Extension's Education Center Infoline volunteers were recognized as a Volunteer Champion
At the 2024 Spirit of NH awards ceremony, UNH Extension Master Gardener Doris Buco was chosen as the 2024 Spirit of NH recipient — the highest honor t... Learn More
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Sharing the Bounty
Seacoast gardeners plant extra rows of produce to help neighbors in need
Strafford County 4-H and Extension’s Nutrition Connections program began Plant a Row with 4-H as part of a national initiative to provide food pantrie... Learn More
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New Webform Helps Gardeners get Answers
NH Extension Yard and Garden Education Center streamlines Infoline, eliminates email
A new webform at extension.unh.edu/ask provides the public with a better way to get answers to their most vexing gardening questions. Education Center... Learn More
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Meet the Creatures of the Night
An Intro to Mothing
It’s not too late to go out and see some moths. Moths are generally most active in spring and summer. But like butterflies, some moth species will fly... Learn More