Presentation/Lecture
Loons on Lake Massabesic
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesFriday, July 8, 6-7pm Cost: Free For many, the haunting call of the loon is an important part of the New Hampshire lake experience. Often seen as a symbol of the northern wilderness, loons are a beloved fixture on New Hampshire lakes, and many lake goers enjoy watching them as they raise their young. However, […]
Tips for Growing Tomatoes: Trellising, Pruning and More
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesTomato season is coming into full swing! In this workshop, we'll discuss the differences between the two major growth habits of tomato varieties: determinate and indeterminate. Understanding these differences will determine how best to manage them. We'll discuss and demonstrate different ways to support the plants for better production: staking, caging, overhead trellising, and the […]
Garden Insects: Friends and Foes
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesInsects in the garden can be a problem – eating leaves, piercing fruits, or chewing roots. But some insects provide important benefits such as pollination and predation. We will search for insects, explore identification techniques and resources, learn how to discern friend from foe, and gain skills to become an insect detective. A few tips […]
Cover Crops and Fall Vegetables – What to Plant at the End of the Season
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesGardening season may be winding down, but there are still things that you can plant in your vegetable garden in the fall. Learn about the value of cover crops and some examples of what to plant for soil health and spring garden preparation. Discover the wonders of fall planted spinach and gain some tricks for […]
Professional Development – Back to School Gardening
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesDate: September 29th, 4:00pm - 6:00pm Price: $10 for members, $15 for non-members Advance registration required. Registration deadline: September 26th. Registration Limit: 30 participants. Join Richard Hodges from ReTreeUs to discover a novel way to grow schoolyard gardens. We'll talk about sheet mulching techniques, succession planting, and building organic matter with an easy-to-do method. You'll […]