Fact Sheet

Resource Category Topic Type
Pruning Deciduous Trees [fact sheet]
The main objectives of pruning trees should be to create and preserve good structure, and to correct storm damage or other problems that develop durin...
Agriculture & Gardens, Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Greenhouse, Nursery & Garden Centers, Landscape Installation & Maintenance, Yard & Garden Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
The Basics of Pruning Trees and Shrubs [fact sheet]
Why Prune? <br /> <br /> Pruning is often regarded as one of the most intimidating aspects of gardening. Fearful of making a mistake, many people si...
Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Agriculture & Gardens, Greenhouse, Nursery & Garden Centers, Landscape Installation & Maintenance, Yard & Garden Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
Planting for Pollinators: Establishing a Wildflower Meadow from Seed [fact sheet]
A helpful resource for landowners seeking to establish a wildlife meadow. It explains when choosing a site, consider soil conditions and sunlight expo...
Agriculture & Gardens, Landscape Installation & Maintenance Fact Sheet
Fertilizing Vegetable Gardens [fact sheet]
We recommend that gardeners test their soil before planting to determine the amount of lime and fertilizers needed. Soil testing can be done through a...
Agriculture & Gardens, Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Yard & Garden, Community Gardening, School Gardening Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
How to Plan a Community Forum
Healthy communities have an active and engaged citizenry. Public engagement is involvement in local decision-making — decisions that have an impact on...
Location: Durham Campus
Community Leadership Community & Economic Development Fact Sheet
Tools for Community Engagement
There are many ways to engage your community. Communities can consider forums, storytelling, posters  and many other ways to get more people involved ...
Location: Durham Campus
Community Leadership Community & Economic Development Fact Sheet
Bird damage prevention for Northern New England Fruit Growers [fact sheet]
Birds can become especially serious pests in blueberries and strawberries, but they also cause injury in other small fruit and tree fruit. There are m...
Agriculture & Gardens, Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Berry Crops Fact Sheet
What is "First Impressions"?
The look and feel of the downtown can influence the decisions of potential residents, visitors, and businesses. A vibrant downtown serves as a gatheri...
Location: Durham Campus
Economic Development Community & Economic Development Fact Sheet
Nature Economy Fact Sheet #1: The Economic Benefits of Trails
Many communities in New Hampshire and beyond, have natural assets such as trails that can be leveraged for economic vibrancy. In this fact sheet, the ...
Location: Durham Campus
Tourism, Outdoor Recreation & Nature Economy Community & Economic Development Fact Sheet
Winter Protection of Roses [fact sheet]
Introduction<br /> <br /> Winter protection is often necessary for most types of garden roses. The extent of protection depends on the type of rose ...
Agriculture & Gardens, Yard & Garden Fact Sheet