Nashua Garden Club

Nashua, New Hampshire

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Next Event

October 7th, 2026

Fall Flower Arrangements

Presented by Katie Rocca, Floral Designer, Shirley’s Flowers and Sweets

Autumn in New Hampshire is a busy time of year, and it’s one of the richest with pumpkins, spices and falling leaves in the air. Are you looking to add a touch of fall to your home? The Nashua Garden Club is excited to invite the greater Nashua community to spend an evening exploring creative fall floral design concepts. This program “Fall Flower Arrangements” will take place promptly at 7:00 PM on Wednesday October 7th. This session, open to the public free of charge, will take place at the First Baptist Church, 121 Manchester Street, Nashua NH and will be conducted by Katie Rocca, Floral Designer at Shirleys Flowers and Sweets, Nashua NH.

Ms. Rocca was raised in Lynn Massachusetts with a postage stamp backyard. Upon moving to New Hampshire, she utilized the extra green space to raise a variety of unusual, interesting flowers. Favorites include fox gloves and dark sunflowers. One of her current projects is to establish a berry garden containing blueberries, blackberries, ground cherries and grape vines. In the meantime, Shirley’s Flower and Sweets caught her eye and she joined the team. With guidance from experienced coworkers at Shirley’s Flower and Sweets, Katie has become one of the lead designers.

Ms. Rocca believes that flower arrangements can express many emotions such as the joy of a new baby or happiness of a wedding. They can convey get well or birthday wishes. She especially enjoys creating personalized funeral tributes that reflect the individual’s life. To honor a close family member known for her red sauces, Katie created a floral arrangement based in a stock pot, that bloomed with shades of red flowers and herbs. Floral arrangements also serve as a beautiful aesthetic when hosting a party or holiday occasion like fall and Christmas. Attendees to this program will hear tips from Ms. Rocca as she creates a cornucopia and fall pumpkin flower arrangement. She will share ideas perfect for gardeners and anyone who appreciates the art of seasonal blooms.

All are welcome and requested to arrive by 6:45 for this 7:00 PM session. Following the presentation, there will be time for Q&A and light refreshments. A members-only business meeting will follow. 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 .

Drying Flowers

Pressing flowers is a fun activity. As I became very interested in identifying wildflowers, I learned that one way I could keep these flowers was to press them. I started with very minimal equipment. I used pieces of cardboard, newspapers and a brick. My father was a science teacher. When he found out how I was doing the pressing, he ordered an herbarium. This has a wooden frame, layers of cardstock and cardboard. Fast forward to today. There is a much faster method for pressing flowers that can be done in minutes, instead of waiting weeks to dry.

Read more to learn more about how to easily press flowers for gifts and your own enjoyment.

Check out our newest entry on the Gardening Tips page!

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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.