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SUMMARY:2026 NHLA Summer Plant Identification Course
DESCRIPTION:The Plant Identification Summer Course introduces the fundamentals of plant identification\, including key features of plants included on the NHCLP Plant Identification List. \nThis course is designed to support individuals who are new to the industry\, as well as those looking to build or refresh their plant knowledge. The first session introduces participants to identification methods and plant families. In the following sessions\, participants apply key identification features to a variety of plant materials. \nThe NHCLP Plant Identification List includes a broad range of commonly used plants in the landscape industry. \nWho Should Attend: This course is open to anyone interested in strengthening their understanding of plant materials. It is also designed to help participants prepare for the plant identification portion of the NHCLP Exam. The course welcomes both NHLA members and non-members. \nContent: Over 250 woody and herbaceous plants will be reviewed in the course\, roughly 18-20 plants per week. Quizzes will be held weekly to review the identification\, common name and scientific name of the plants covered. The plant list is posted posted here. \nDates & Times: Fourteen 3-hour sessions covering the basics of plant identification and identification of each of the plants on the NHCLP Plant Identification List. Held on Tuesday evenings\, once per week\, June 9– September 8\, 2026 from 5-8 pm. \nLocations: Classes will be held at nurseries\, parks and estates in NH\, central to the majority of participants. Past classes have been held in the Concord & Seacoast areas. \nCost: $525.00 per student \nInstructor(s): \n\nAndrew Mauch\, Sales\, Millican Nurseries\, Inc.\nAbby Zuidema; Owner\, Mosaic Plant Design\n\nFormat: Students will learn the identifying features and landscape value of the plants on the Plant List in the Certification manual. Students who attain a 60% average on weekly quizzes and the NHLA Plant ID Exam will receive a certificate of course completion. The Plant ID portion of the NHLA Certification exam is usually held a week or two after the end of this course. For information on the Exam see Steps to Certification. \nRegistration: Please complete the online registration form linked below. If paying be check\, please send payment by May 31\, 2026. \nFor more information: Email Abby Zuidema\, NHCLP Coordinator\, certification@nhlaonline.org \nRegister for the Plant ID SUmmer Course
URL:https://nhlaonline.org/event/2026-nhla-summer-plant-identification-course/
CATEGORIES:NHLA,Summer Activities
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Plants & Landscape Maintenance: Workforce Education at NHTI
DESCRIPTION:Certificate Course: Introduction to Plants & Landscape Maintenance \nDates and Times: July 8 – August 5\, 2026; Wednesday evenings\, 5:00pm – 8:00pm \nLocation: NHTI Campus\, 31 College\, Drive\, Concord\, NH.  Sweeney Hall\, Room 311\, with outdoor hands-on sessions on the grounds of NHTI and off-site locations. \nCost: $350 \nREGISTER TODAY!  \nThis course introduces students to the fundamentals of landscape management. Over five weeks\, participants will learn essential concepts including plant care\, soil health\, turf management\, and plant identification\, while gaining an understanding of how environmental and site conditions influence maintenance decisions. Each class will include hands-on learning to build practical skills in the areas covered. The program also emphasizes workplace professionalism\, including effective client and team communication. The course concludes with a comprehensive property evaluation and assessment to identify landscape management practices that support healthy\, functional\, and well-maintained outdoor spaces. \nThis class does not take the place of the NH Certified Landscape Professional certification\, but provides an introduction to several of the topics covered more in depth in the NHCLP program. \nCourse Outline: \nWeek 1 – July 8\, 2026 \n\nComponents of a landscape\nTypes of maintenance tasks\nSeasonality and service frequency\nCrew structure and daily operations\nTools\, personal gear\, and site awareness\n\nWeek 2 – July 15 \n\nPlanting and Soils\nPlant anatomy\nPlanting basics and best practices\nConditions that affect planting\nBasic plant nutrition and amendments\n\nWeek 3 – July 22 \n\nTurf establishment and maintenance\n\nWeek 4 – July 29 \n\nPlant classification and identification\nCommon plants\nPruning\, deadheading\, and dividing\n\nWeek 5 – August 5 \n\nClient interaction and communication\nCrew roles and escalation\nSite assessment fundamentals\nRegulatory awareness\n\nInstructors: \n\nJohn Lahey\, Stephens Landscaping Professionals\nAmy Papineau\, UNH Extension Landscape Horticulture Field Specialist\nMac McPhail\, United Ag & Turf Northeast\nAbby Zuidema\, NHCLP Coordinator\, Mosaic Plant Design\nAndrew Morse\, Belknap Landscape Co. Inc\n\n  \n 
URL:https://nhlaonline.org/event/introduction-to-landscape-maintenance-workforce-education-at-nhti/
LOCATION:NHTI\, Concord’s Community College\, 31 College Dr.\, Sweeney Hall\, Rm 311\, Concord\, NH\, 03301
CATEGORIES:NHLA,Summer Activities
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SUMMARY:Landscape After Hours – Chester Hollow Water Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Our July Landscape After Hours is at Chester Hollow Water Gardens specializing in design\, installation\, sales\, and maintenance of fish ponds\, waterfalls\, and garden water features. Explore the 18 different water gardens on display and develop new ideas for integrating water gardens into the landscape. See what it takes to install and maintain water features. Browse aquatic plants and pond supplies. Whether you’re looking to diversify your offerings\, develop design ideas\, or better understand aquatic systems\, this visit will leave you with knowledge and fresh inspiration for your next project. \nExperience the Industry \nLandscape After Hours (LAH) are free events that provide opportunities for landscape professionals to get together in a casual atmosphere while getting out and seeing interesting and innovative projects\, sites\, and services in NH’s green industry. Join us for a Thursday evening of inspiration\, learning\, and networking each month\, May – October\, 5:30 – 7pm. \nThere is no fee to attend LAH\, but we do ask that you RSVP so we know how many people to expect and so we can contact you if we need to cancel due to weather. \nRSVP here for one or multiple LAH events. \nFor more LAH events\, visit https://nhlaonline.org/events/ \nLAH events will be held rain or shine (within reason). Dress for the weather and terrain. \nContact Amy Papineau with any questions education@nhlaonline.org or 603-560-6576. \nCo-hosted by NHLA and UNH Extension \n 
URL:https://nhlaonline.org/event/landscape-after-hours-chester-hollow-water-gardens/
LOCATION:Chester Hollow Water Gardens\, 119 Haverhill Rd\, Chester\, NH\, 03036
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