Emma Erler
Lead Horticulturist & Exhibits Assistant for Squam Lakes Natural Science CenterEmma received a B.S. in Environmental Horticulture and a MEd in Educational Studies from the University of New Hampshire. Her expertise is in ecological landscaping and native plants, and she loves providing education on topics such as gardening for wildlife and beneficial insects. Emma’s past professional experience includes being a horticultural field specialist for UNH Extension, and horticulturist positions at Tower Hill Botanic Garden and Heritage Museums and Gardens, both in Massachusetts.
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If you've made the investment in gardening tools, now is the time to clean and sharpen them so they're ready to go in spring. -
With the leaves on the ground, you can see the shape of the trees and shrubs in your garden, but leave the pruning until spring! -
A head of garlic, like tulips or daffodils, is a bulb you can plant in the fall that will pay dividends in spring. -
If you grow dahlias or canna lilies, garden chores in the fall include taking steps to ensure tender bulbs and rhizomes can bloom again next year. -
"Leaving the leaves" sounds easy but it may involve more work than you think! -
Pollinators, insects and birds will all benefit if you leave your perennials until spring. -
While fall signals it's time for the garden to slow down, it is also an opportune time for fall planting. -
There’s a touch of fall in the air, and it will soon be time to tidy up spent annuals and summer vegetable plants. -
Sometimes you can save a branch, but it’s usually not worth the effort! -
The weeds in your garden or yard can tell you a lot about your growing conditions, before you even pick up a shovel.
