Nashua Garden Club

Nashua, New Hampshire

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Next Event

October 1st, 2025

The Language of Leaves: The Not-So-Secret Science Behind Fall Foliage

Presented by Williamina Coroka, MS in Environmental Studies, Creator of The Magpie’s Apprentice, an eco-centered content learning platform

Autumn is a spectacular season in New Hampshire with our exquisitely colorful fall foliage taking center stage. Want to learn how that foliage comes about? The Nashua Garden Club invites you to explore the not-so-secret science behind fall foliage. The program “The Language of Leaves: The Not-So-Secret Science Behind Fall Foliage” is open to the public, free of charge 7:00 PM on Wednesday October 1st. It will be presented, at the First Baptist Church, 121 Manchester Street, Nashua NH by Williamina Coroka, MS in Environmental Studies, Creator of The Magpie’s Apprentice, an eco-centered content learning platform.

Few can argue that there's anywhere more beautiful than New England in Autumn. With air as crisp as a freshly picked apple and scents of wood smoke accompanying a crimson, orange, and gold horizon. But why is it that the maples, oaks, and aspens (to name just a few) put on this stunning show? What is the purpose behind the carnival of leaves destined to drop? Attendees to this session will be able to discover the not-so-secret science behind fall foliage. Ms. Coroka will help us tap into basic botany and guide us as we learn about and actually try to replicate the colorful language of leaves.

Ms. Coroka graduated with her MS in Environmental Studies in 2015 after several years of seasonal jobs that took her from the coast of Chile to the mountains of Andalucia and myriad locations in between. Her deep commitment for preserving wild spaces and knack for evoking excitement in people’s perception of the natural world led her to create The Magpie’s Apprentice, a learning platform offering eco-centered lectures, presentations, and workshops. Willa’s spare time is spent propagating plants, designing curriculum, traveling, reading, and spying on birds.

All are welcome. There will be time for Q&A and light refreshments. A members-only business meeting will follow this session. To inquire about membership in the Nashua Garden Club, please see the membership page on this website. Further questions can be sent to NashuaGardenClub@Gmail.com .

Lawn Alternatives

Are you looking for an alternative to a traditional lawn? Something that takes less time, is more economical and also better for the environment? It's time to think differently.

If you come to my house, you will not see a well-manicured lawn. I don’t use chemicals at all. My lawn is green, but it certainly isn’t all uniform blades of green grass. I have lots of flowering ‘weeds’ growing with my grass. In the early spring, I have glory of the snow flowers that come up and bloom while the grass is still dormant.

Read about some choices and how you can easily get started!

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Asian Jumping Worms: Invasive Species Reports

Wisdom tells us that earthworms are good for the soil. They improve drainage and aeration, increase nutrients, and enhance soil structure. While this may be true of some earthworm species, a family of more recently introduced earthworms are changing how we look at worms. Jumping worms are an invasive earthworm introduced to North America from eastern Asia. They have the potential to dramatically change soil structure, impact forest ecology, and reduce biodiversity. And they are present here in New Hampshire.

Learn how to look out for this species and help prevent their spread in the reference section of our Resources and Links page!

About Us

The Nashua Garden Club is an independent non-denomination club that devotes itself to the diverse needs and interests of its many-faceted member gardeners. Founded in 1961, the Club's uniqueness lies in its accommodation to its members by holding meetings in the evening. The Club's mission is to encourage its members to fully involve themselves in learning about and participating in the many and varied aspects of horticulture, landscape design, floral design, and the civic beautification of our community.

Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month from 7:00 to 9:00 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm) at the First Baptist Church, 121 Manchester Street, Nashua NH and via Zoom. You are welcome to send us email at NashuaGardenClub@gmail.com and see us on Facebook.