Tag Archives: Cooperative Extension

Master Gardener Monday

Posted on August 10, 2015 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

A while ago, fellow blogger Jan at Quiltify, asked if I’d explain the Master Gardener program. Here in New Hampshire it is under the umbrella of the University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension. They offer two classes each year with interviews … Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening | Tagged Cooperative Extension, CSA, Cutting flowers, Gardening, Master Gardener, Master Gardener Program, Tomatoes, University of New Hampshire | 31 Comments

18 Days Until Spring

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

So says the calendar. Mother Nature in New England has a smirk on her face and for good reason. 🙂 March arrived yesterday and left the gift of a couple of inches of snow. Here are a few shots of … Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening, New England | Tagged Cooperative Extension, Family memorabilia, Ice, Macfarlane Greenhouse, Master Gardeners, Painting, Snow, University of New Hampshire, Winter | 26 Comments

Gardening with invasive worms

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

Disclaimer for all gardeners – there are no beautiful flowers, lush shrubs, or stunning trees in this post. 🙂 Last week was our first Master Gardener refresher course, and it was packed. I guess all the Master Gardeners in NH … Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening | Tagged Amynthas Agrestis, Cooperative Extension, Crazy snake worm, Gardening pest, Invasive pests, Invasive worm, Master Gardeners, UNH Cooperative Extension | 13 Comments

Poinsettia Trials

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

This past weekend, the seventh annual Poinsettia Trials Open House was held in conjunction with the Macfarlane Greenhouses, the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station, and the University of New Hampshire Thompson School. The University of New Hampshire is located in … Continue reading →