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December 2021 Newsletter
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             Henderson County Center               Cooperative Extension
-December 2021 Newsletter-
Pruning Trees & Shrubs
Deciding on what time of year to prune trees and shrubs is one of the most confusing decisions a gardener has to make. In my experience, when to prune is the most-asked question by gardeners. Correctly timing the pruning of plants such as azaleas, Japanese maples, oaks, crape myrtles, gardenias, magnolias, camellias and other garden favorites can be critical to the plant’s health, so getting it right is important.

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The Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) Emblem

The SMV is a 12” high triangle composed of a bright orange fluorescent center triangle, which can be seen during the day by motorists from more than 1,000 feet, and a red reflective border that catches beams from approaching headlights during low visibility conditions. Emblems should be mounted in the center rear of any vehicle traveling at less than 25 miles per hour and covered or removed when the equipment is loaded onto a vehicle for transport that will travel over 25 mph.
SAVE the DATE: Upcoming Farmers Market-Holiday Events
Looking for a unique holiday gift this season? Three of our local Farmers Markets are planning to host Holiday Markets featuring our favorite community craft vendors and late fall produce.

December Garden Calendar – NC Mountains

Plants in flower, plants with colorful berries, what to fertilize, what to plant, what to prune, lawn care, and so on.....
November 4-H Special Interest Updates!

Henderson County youth have been busy “Falling into 4-H” this season through participating in a variety of Special Interest programs. Galactic Quest STEM Challenge, sewing and Cloverbuds oh my!

Plants for Winter Interest

Many gardens are planted for the big color show in spring and summer, but when winter rolls around there are few things that hold much interest in those gardens. There are some plants that reserve their show for winter or others that are just attractive all year long.
WNC AgOptions 2022 Grant Cycle Now Open!

WNC Agricultural Options is now accepting grant applications from farmers diversifying or expanding their businesses. The administrator of WNC Ag Options is WNC Communities, a non-profit organization that has been improving agriculture in the region since 1947. The application deadline is Dec. 17, 2021.
What Will Santa Bring the Gardener in You This Year??

Well, the frost has laid bare the garden crops and the tools are put away for winter. But another spring is in the offing. What might Santa put in your stocking this year that will bring you delight when the warm days of spring beckon you to the garden once again.
Give the Gift of 4-H Camp This Holiday Season
Tis’ the season to connect with family and friends, bake sweets, sing songs of joy, share gifts and make memories. This Holiday you can provide a gift that memories are made of and make an impact a youth will remember for years to        come by giving the gift of 4-H camp.



New Livestock Agent Abigail Whitaker Joins Henderson County Team

The Henderson County Extension Center is pleased to welcome Abigail (Abby) Whitaker to our staff beginning December 1, 2021. Abby comes to us from Rockingham County where she has served as their livestock agent for the last three years. She will divide her time between Henderson and Buncombe counties.
Go to 4-H Summer Camp!
Did you know that 4-H has three residential camps through the State of NC?! Each camp is uniquely different based on their geographical location. Check them out .....
 
 
 
 
NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.

Extension's 4-H program is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina. We help over 247,000 young people grow into active, contributing citizens each year.


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