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Advisory Councils Resources, Administration Resources
How to grow garlic chives (Allium tuberosum)
Germination 7-14 days Planting Plant seeds in moist soil with good drainage, in full sun to part shade. Sow as soon as the seeds are ripe in…
How to grow moon and stars watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)
Germination 8-10 days Planting Watermelons are tender annuals that require warm temperatures to germinate and fruit. Sow seeds directly into…
How to grow calendula (Calendula officinalis)
Germination 10-15 days Planting Direct sow in early spring once the soil temperature has reached 60℉ and danger of heavy frost has passed.…
How to grow Anna Swartz hubbard (Cucurbita maxima)
Germination 8-12 days Planting Direct sow 5-6 seeds ¾-1" deep, 3-4' apart in rows 8-10' apart when the soil temperature is…
How to grow baby blue hubbard (Cucurbita maxima)
image by Sara Oh, under Creative Commons 2.0   Germination 7-14 days Planting Plant seeds in slightly acidic, well-drained soil with…
How to grow angelica (Angelica archangelica)
Germination 30 days Planting Grows best in rich, moist soils in full sun to part shade. This plant is a biennial, which means it will die…
How to grow Bloomsdale long standing spinach (Spinacia oleracea)
Germination 7-14 days depending on soil and weather conditions Planting Sow in early spring for the first crop, and again in late summer for…
How to grow birdhouse gourds (Lagenaria siceraria)
Germination: 5-13 days Planting: Plant in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. Plastic mulch and fabric row…
How to grow Noir des Carmes Melon (Cucumis melo)
Germination 4-10 days Planting Direct sow 3 seeds 1/4-1/2” deep in mounds 12-18" apart, keeping rows 5-6' apart. Thin seedlings to…
How to grow green fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)
Germination 7-30 days Planting In early spring when danger of hard frost is over, sow seeds in well-worked, fertile soil in full sun, or…
Research Report: Using insectary plants to attract hoverflies, 2017-2018
Aphids are an economically damaging pest for several crops.  This study aimed to explore the practicality of using insectary plants to attract…
Agriculture & Gardens, Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) vegetable crops Research Report
NH Coverts Project Program Highlights 2019
The New Hampshire Coverts Project is a program that trains volunteers to promote wildlife and habitat conservation and forest stewardship. NH…
Natural Resources, NH Coverts Project Natural Resources
NH Coverts Project Annual Report 2019
The New Hampshire Coverts Project is a program that trains volunteers to promote wildlife and habitat conservation and forest stewardship. This…
NH Coverts Project, Natural Resources Natural Resources
2019 Volunteer Impacts (Infographic)
UNH Extension's volunteer impact on the state of New Hampshire in 2019.
Administration Resources, Advisory Councils Resources
Starting a Food Business or Restaurant? Learn more about NH Food Protection Requirements
The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health Services, Food Protection Section protects the safety and…
Food Safety, Agriculture & Gardens
2017 Food Code adopted by NH State Food Protection Section
Attention NH food service operators: The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health Services, Food…
Food Safety, Agriculture & Gardens
Soil Moisture Sensors [fact sheet]
A Tool for Smart Irrigation Management Decisions Understanding the effects of rainfall and irrigation events on soil moisture provides critical…
Fruit & Vegetable Crops, Agriculture & Gardens Agriculture & Gardens Fact Sheet
8 Tips for Donating Food to Food Banks and Pantries
The United States has an abundant food supply, yet many people lack access to healthy and safe food. Some people in this situation rely on food…
Food Safety
New Hampshire Master Gardener Alumni Association
Together We Can Achieve More! What is the New Hampshire Master Gardener Alumni Association?  The New Hampshire Master Gardener Association was…
Yard & Garden, New Hampshire Master Gardeners