Plant Days, Markets and Presentations
A list of where you will find us...
For more information on the New London Garden Club, visit New London Garden Club
Take a trip through time at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, as we examine the horticultural history behind the "Executive Residence". We'll learn about the people, both Presidents and gardeners, who have left their mark on the White House. This illustrated presentation will show glimpses of the "President's Park" as it has changed from 1790 to the present.
For more information on The Hampton Garden Club, visit https://hamptongardenclub.weebly.com
Explore the fascinating (sometimes bizarre) world of man and his herbs through the ages, along with helpful hints for your modern herbal delight!
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" evolved in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants over time. Learn of a future president who smuggled seed from Europe, or of the seed potato that led to a farmer becoming a plantsman of “rock star” status. Using colorful seed packets, artful catalogs and period images, we explore our seed history from trading for maize to online ordering!
For more information on The Amherst Garden Club, visit amherstgardenclub.org
Join us at the fair! Always the last Saturday in July, the Canterbury Fair is an old fashioned, family oriented fair with lots of food, crafts, music and fun. We will have a selection of summer annuals and herbs available at our booth, so come out and enjoy a day in the country!
For more info, visit http://www.canterburyfair.com/
Today we re-open for our summer season and to participate in the Canterbury Flower & Garden Festival. We will have summer annuals, perennials and more for sale along with tours of the farm’s newest projects, question and answer sessions and a spot where you can relax a bit, have your picnic lunch and listen to what the birds have to say! For more information visit A Flower and Garden Festival Tickets, Sat, Jul 15, 2023 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" evolved in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants over time. Learn of a future president who smuggled seed from Europe, or of the seed potato that led to a farmer becoming a plantsman of “rock star” status. Using colorful seed packets, artful catalogs and period images, we explore our seed history from trading for maize to online ordering!
A special presentation sponsored by the OLLI program at Granite State College. Please note there is a fee for this program. For more information...https://olli.granite.edu/
Explore the fascinating (sometimes bizarre) world of man and his herbs through the ages, along with helpful hints for your modern herbal delight!
For more information on The Colonial Garden Club of Hollis, visit http://hollisgardenclub.org/
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" evolved in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants over time. Learn of a founding father who smuggled seed from Europe, or of the seed potato that led to a farmer becoming a plantsman of “rock star” status. Using colorful seed packets, artful catalogs and period images, we explore our seed history from trading for maize to online ordering!
A special free Zoom presentation sponsored by the Bow Garden Club. Advanced reservation is required and can be made by emailing president@bowgardenclub.org. Find more information about the Bow Garden Club by visiting www.bowgardenclub.org
Take a trip through time at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, as we examine the horticultural history behind the "Executive Residence". We'll learn about the people, both Presidents and gardeners, who have left their mark on the White House. This illustrated presentation will show glimpses of the "President's Park" as it has changed from 1790 to the present.
For more information on The Colonial Garden Club of Hollis, visit http://hollisgardenclub.org/
Take a trip through time at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, as we examine the horticultural history behind the "Executive Residence". We'll learn about the people, both Presidents and gardeners, who have left their mark on the White House. This illustrated presentation will show glimpses of the "President's Park" as it has changed from 1790 to the present.
For more information on The Fells, visit https://thefells.org/
This year we are happy to return to The Fells Estate and Gardens to help them celebrate their 29th Annual Plant Sale. Open to all!
Buy quality, well established plants and shrubs propagated and field dug from The Fells very own gardens, as well as from the region’s finest nurseries. They also have a terrific selection of Fells signature, specialty alpine, and rock garden plants. Kevin Bragg from Canterbury Plantation joins us and you will love his heirloom herbs, annuals and vegetables. In addition, there will be professional landscape designers/architects on site to speak with you about your landscaping project, and you’ll find unique garden art and a white elephant table overflowing with gently used clay pots and landscape tools. Tours of the Main House and gardens will be offered free of charge beginning at 8:30am to all shoppers. Members, bring your membership cards and save 10% on all Fells plant purchases! Not a member? JOIN or RENEW your Fells Membership at our Information Table!
For more information, visit http://www.thefells.org/
Canterbury Plantation will once again be a vendor at this outstanding gardeners' event. Gain inspiration from Kirkwood Gardens and find beautiful plants for your own garden. Kirkwood Gardens Day is held each June, rain or shine, at the gardens on Route 3 in Holderness. Garden lovers from across the Lakes Region and beyond come to purchase unique perennial plants and herbs. Be sure to take part in the silent auction of garden items and desirable plants. Guests get free helpful opinions and advice from volunteer garden experts. Drinks and baked goods are for sale. All proceeds benefit Kirkwood Gardens.
Fine perennials from a prestigious New England nursery as well as the garden beds
Silent auction of desirable plants and garden items
Expert gardening advice
Hot and cold drinks and baked goods for sale
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" evolved in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants over time. Learn of a future president who smuggled seed from Europe, or of the seed potato that led to a farmer becoming a plantsman of “rock star” status. Using colorful seed packets, artful catalogs and period images, we explore our seed history from trading for maize to online ordering!
This presentation is part a day-long program of events sponsored by the UNH Master Gardeners Alumni Association (NHMGAA) and is open to the public. There is a fee to attend this event and for more information visit https://extension.unh.edu/2020springsymposium
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" evolved in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants over time. Learn of a future president who smuggled seed from Europe, or of the seed potato that led to a farmer becoming a plantsman of “rock star” status. Using colorful seed packets, artful catalogs and period images, we explore our seed history from trading for maize to online ordering!
A special presentation sponsored by the OLLI program at Granite State College. Please note there is a fee for this program. For more information...https://olli.granite.edu/
Take a trip through time at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, as we examine the horticultural history behind the "Executive Residence". We'll learn about the people, both Presidents and gardeners, who have left their mark on the White House. This illustrated presentation will show glimpses of the "President's Park" as it has changed from 1790 to the present.
For more information on the Bow Garden Club, visit http://www.bowgardenclub.org/
This illustrated journey using contemporary and current accounts, drawings, advertising and photos will explore the Shaker communities’ reliance upon and care for their farms, gardens and landscapes. Learn about the seed industry, herbal enterprises, and the evolution of landscapes and gardening throughout the history of the Shakers in America from the 1700’s to today.
A special presentation sponsored by the OLLI program at Granite State College. Please note there is a fee for this program. For more information...https://olli.granite.edu/
This year we are happy to return to The Fells Estate and Gardens to help them celebrate their 28th Annual Plant Sale. Open to all!
Buy quality, well established plants and shrubs propagated and field dug from The Fells very own gardens, as well as from the region’s finest nurseries. They also have a terrific selection of Fells signature, specialty alpine, and rock garden plants. Kevin Bragg from Canterbury Plantations joins us and you will love his heirloom herbs, annuals and vegetables. In addition, there will be professional landscape designers/architects on site to speak with you about your landscaping project, and you’ll find unique garden art and a white elephant table overflowing with gently used clay pots and landscape tools. Tours of the Main House and gardens will be offered free of charge beginning at 8:30am to all shoppers. Members, bring your membership cards and save 10% on all Fells plant purchases! Not a member? JOIN or RENEW your Fells Membership at our Information Table! Drive or walk to the Main House, where some parking is available.
For more information, visit http://www.thefells.org/
This year we are happy to return to The Fells Estate and Gardens to help them celebrate their 28th Annual Plant Sale. This preview sale is open to members of The Fells only, while the public is welcome to the sale the following day.
Buy quality, well established plants and shrubs propagated and field dug from The Fells very own gardens, as well as from the region’s finest nurseries. They also have a terrific selection of Fells signature, specialty alpine, and rock garden plants. Kevin Bragg from Canterbury Plantation joins us and you will love his heirloom herbs, annuals and vegetables. In addition, there will be professional landscape designers/architects on site to speak with you about your landscaping project, and you’ll find unique garden art and a white elephant table overflowing with gently used clay pots and landscape tools. Members, bring your membership cards and save 10% on all Fells plant purchases! Not a member? JOIN or RENEW your Fells Membership at our Information Table! Drive or walk to the Main House, where some parking is available.
For more information, visit http://www.thefells.org
Canterbury Plantation will once again be a vendor at this outstanding gardeners' event. Gain inspiration from Kirkwood Gardens and find beautiful plants for your own garden. Kirkwood Gardens Day is held each June, rain or shine, at the gardens on Route 3 in Holderness. Garden lovers from across the Lakes Region and beyond come to purchase unique perennial plants and herbs. Be sure to take part in the silent auction of garden items and desirable plants. Guests get free helpful opinions and advice from volunteer garden experts. Drinks and baked goods are for sale. All proceeds benefit Kirkwood Gardens.
Fine perennials from a prestigious New England nursery as well as the garden beds
Silent auction of desirable plants and garden items
Expert gardening advice
Hot and cold drinks and baked goods for sale
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" evolved in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants over time. Learn of a future president who smuggled seed from Europe, or of the seed potato that led to a farmer becoming a plantsman of “rockstar” status. Using colorful seed packets, artful catalogs and period images, we explore our seed history from trading for maize to online ordering!
For more information visit...https://tamworthlibrary.org/
Join us for this annual fundraiser, proceeds of which go to support the Pierce Brigade and its efforts to maintain the Pierce Manse and tell the story of New Hampshire's only native president! We will be offering annuals, herbs and vegetable transplants, with a selection of many heirloom varieties. Stop by and support this NH landmark and get your garden off to an historic start!
Saturday 4:00 to 7:00pm Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm
For more information on the Franklin Pierce Manse, visit http://www.piercemanse.org/Home_Page.html
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" evolved in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants over time. Learn of a future president who smuggled seed from Europe, or of the seed potato that led to a farmer becoming a plantsman of “rock star” status. Using colorful seed packets, artful catalogs and period images, we explore our seed history from trading for maize to online ordering!
For more information...https://elkinspubliclibrary.org/
This illustrated journey using contemporary and current accounts, drawings, advertising and photos will explore the Shaker communities’ reliance upon and care for their farms, gardens and landscapes. Learn about the seed industry, herbal enterprises, and the evolution of landscapes and gardening throughout the history of the Shakers in America from the 1700’s to today.
A special presentation sponsored by the OLLI program at Granite State College. Please note there is a fee for this program. For more information...https://olli.granite.edu/
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" evolved in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants over time. Learn of a future president who smuggled seed from Europe, or of the seed potato that led to a farmer becoming a plantsman of “rockstar” status. Using colorful seed packets, artful catalogs and period images, we explore our seed history from trading for maize to online ordering!
A special presentation sponsored by the OLLI program at Granite State College. Please note there is a fee for this program. For more information...https://olli.granite.edu/
Presentation to be announced.
Please note this presentation is offered to members/guests attending the NLGC Annual Meeting only.
Our presentation of horticulture over the years at the White House with a special holiday season twist! While we explore the history of gardens and gardening at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, there will be anecdotes and illustrations of the house and grounds during the holiday season.
A presentation sponsored by the Opechee Garden Club
A brief history of how America has bartered, bought and sold plants...from Bartram to Burbank to Ball. Follow the story of how the need to satisfy our "plant bug" in the many ways we've imported, bred, packaged and marketed seeds and plants has evolved over time.
For more information on the Franklin Pierce Manse, visit http://www.piercemanse.org/Home_Page.html
Take a trip through time at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, as we examine the horticultural history behind the "Executive Residence". We'll learn about the people, both Presidents and gardeners, who have left their mark on the White House. This illustrated presentation will show glimpses of the "President's Park" as it has changed from 1790 to the present.
Please note this presentation is offered to members/guests attending the NSCDA-NH September Meeting.
For more information on the Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden, visit http://www.moffattladd.org/
Join us at the fair! Always the last Saturday in July, the Canterbury Fair is an old fashioned, family oriented fair with lots of food, crafts, music and fun. We will have a selection of summer annuals and herbs available at our booth, so come out and enjoy a day in the country!
For more info, visit http://www.canterburyfair.com/
Join us this day at the Canterbury Farmers Market!
For more info on the Market, checkout their website at www.ccfma.net
