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Christmas Safety With Young Children

Originally written by Carrie Shrier, Michigan State University Extension Holiday celebrations bring many beloved family traditions, but many of these …

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Christmas or Thanksgiving Cactus?

Originally written by Rachel Dutton, University of Georgia Extension Do you have a Christmas cactus that seems to bloom early …

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Plants for the Winter Landscape

Despite what the calendar says regarding the official start of winter, for me a prime indicator that fall has …

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Suggested Plants for Henderson Co.

Steve’s Recommended Plant List for Henderson County (non-italicized = native; italicized = non-native) Small trees up to 25′ – (deciduous) service berry, …

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Low Temps Can Damage Tender Plants

Cold injury, the damage caused to plants by freezing temperatures, may occur on the fruit, stems, leaves, trunk, and …

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Garden Update - November

Plants in Flower Witch Hazel, Sasanqua Camellia, Japonica Camellia and Franklinia. Plants with Colorful Berries American Beautyberry, Burford Holly, Deciduous Holly, Foster …

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Compost - Don't Forget to Stir It!

Instead of disposing of yard trimmings and kitchen scraps, you can compost them in your own backyard. Composting is …

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Storm Debris Pickup in Henderson County

THIS PROGRAM HAS ENDED. Please contact Henderson County Emergency Management: Helene Related Information at (828) 771-6670 with any questions. Storm Debris …

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