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Congratulations!  You have finished the Master Gardener class and now you are an Intern. What does that mean? Interns take the information they…

    These maps are the results of 27 years of surveying by Dr. Alan Eaton for Blacklegged ticks (Ixodes scapularis). Black legged ticks occur in all…

There are two families of ticks, the Ixodidae (hard ticks) and Argasidae (soft ticks). Those of importance to hikers, campers, and pet owners are in…

The fall webworm (Hyphantria cunea) and the Eastern tent caterpillar (Malacosoma americanum) feed on fruit, shade, and woodland trees. They are of…

In appearance, scales in general show little resemblance to typical insects. They are well protected by the waxy, almost impermeable shell they live…

Powdery mildew occurs most commonly on the cool-season grasses such as bluegrasses and fescues, especially in shaded areas or areas with poor air…

Rhizoctonia brown patch is a common fungal disease of all turf grasses. Symptoms vary depending upon the grass species and mowing height. In general…

1. Sanitation! • Start with a clean planting site, free of last year’s crop debris. Debris from the previous season’s crops may harbor diseases,…

What are bed bugs? Bed bugs have tormented people throughout human history. They are now increasingly becoming a problem within residences of all…

Advanced Master Gardener Program Goals Encourage and recognize Master Gardeners who have made a commitment to expand their horticultural…

Two species of small rodents regularly damage orchard trees and blueberries in New Hampshire. Orchardists frequently call them mice, but they are…

Although there are plenty of references on insect pests, there are relatively few references that feature beneficial insects. I wrote this…

Introduction  Topsoil. It's arguably one the most precious stuff on earth, sustaining all land-dwelling animals, including humans.  It…

Introduction  When the snow finally melts in spring, many of us will discover mounds or ridges of soil in our lawns and damage to at least a…

Introduction  A garden mulch is any material spread on the soil surface to modify the environment where the plant is growing. The materials…

Lead is a naturally occurring element that is present in all soils at very low concentrations of less than 50 parts per million (ppm). Elevated…

Introduction One of the nicest gifts one can give or receive is a flowering potted plant. Flowering plants are not just for holidays or for…

Animal manures and animal manure-based composts are rich in plant nutrients such as Nitrogen (N), Phosphorous (P) and Potassium (K) and provide…

This Factsheet is to help home gardeners identify organic nutrient sources for use in their gardens. Use the chart to locate specific plant-based…

It’s never too early to start planning ahead for the coming canning season. Take the time now to check the various parts of your pressure canner for…