Forsythia is one of the brightest signs of spring on the Seacoast, but without proper care it can quickly turn into a tangled thicket. The key to keeping it healthy and full of blooms is timing—prune right after flowering, never in fall or early spring. Remove a third of the oldest stems each year, avoid shearing, and give it full sun, mulch, and nutrients for best growth. With the right approach, forsythia will stay graceful, balanced, and bursting with yellow flowers every spring.

Now is the perfect time to plan and order your summer flower bulbs for a vibrant Seacoast garden. With the right varieties, proper soil preparation, and careful timing in Zone 6b, dahlias, lilies, and other summer bloomers can bring lasting color to gardens in Portsmouth, Rye, Exeter, and North Hampton. Thoughtful planning today sets the stage for a stunning, healthy landscape all season long.

Starting a cutting garden from seed is one of the most rewarding ways to enjoy fresh flowers all summer long. With proper soil preparation, smart plant selection, and careful timing in Zone 6b, you can grow strong, long lasting blooms in Portsmouth, Rye, Exeter, and North Hampton. A thoughtfully planned cutting garden adds beauty to your landscape and fills your home with flowers straight from your own backyard.

Discover how to grow healthy azaleas in coastal New Hampshire and southern Maine. Learn planting, soil, pruning, and care tips for thriving azaleas in Zone 6b gardens from Portsmouth to Ogunquit.

Wondering what to do with your indoor bulbs after they finish blooming? Before you toss them, learn how to care for tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, and amaryllis so they can thrive again in your Seacoast garden. With the right timing, soil preparation, and seasonal care in Zone 6b, those winter blooms can become lasting spring highlights in Portsmouth, Rye, Exeter, and beyond.

Garden clubs offer hands-on learning, local knowledge, and a strong sense of community. This guide explores garden clubs in the Rochester and NH Seacoast area and explains how joining one can improve your skills, expand your network, and help you grow healthier, more resilient gardens.