North Carolina Cooperative Extension partners with communities to deliver education and technology that enrich the lives, land and economy of North Carolinians.

The North Carolina Cooperative Extension airs a live broadcast every Tuesday from 4:30pm until 5:00pm and covers a variety of topics.

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Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Bringing Houseplants Inside

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You’ve enjoyed those container plants on your deck or porch all summer, and now it’s time to think about bringing them in as fall and cooler weather approaches.

But N.C. Cooperative Extension Agent Michael Ellington has a short checklist before you hall in those hibiscus or bring in those Boston ferns for the winter.

When nighttime temps begin dipping into the 50s, those tropical plants can get a little stressed, said the agent in charge of horticulture and field crops for Vance County. Those cooler temperatures also signal the plants that growing season is over and it’s time to rest for a bit.

Ellington offers a few quick reminders before you grab them and drag them all inside.

First, give them a thorough rinse with the hose attachment nozzle set to the shower setting. Check underneath leaves and where the leaves meet the stems to get rid of any insects that may be hanging out.

Second, wipe down the outside of the pot and flush the soil with water to take care of any soil-dwelling pests.

If you do notice insects, use an insecticidal soap or oil and then place the plants in a shady spot until they’re completely dry.

When you do bring in the containers from outside, consider grouping the plants together – and away from your indoor houseplants – for a couple of weeks, just in case some critters did manage to hitchhike in.

Some plants can be forced into dormancy and then the tubers can be removed from the soil and kept in a cool, dark spot. An unheated attached garage or crawlspace may be a good spot for them to spend the winter months.

They’ll need a minimal amount of water, but no light.

If you’re planning on keeping the plants over the winter, remember that they don’t need fertilizer in their resting periods, and they should be kept away from heat vents or drafty areas.

By the time spring rolls around, your plants likely will be ready for warmer weather.

Questions? Contact Ellington at the N.C. Cooperative Extension office at 252.438.8188 or visit www.vance.ces.ncsu.edu/

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Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Lawn Renovation

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Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Lawn renovation can easily be accomplished by eliminating undesirable grass and weeds by using a herbicide like Roundup.  After the weeds and grass die you can mow and remove the dead material from the lawn.

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Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover: What’s Behind The Behavior

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Jamon Glover, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

We continue our new series called, “Nobody Taught Dad This”. Today we speak about how sometimes the behavior that drives you crazy, is actually trying to tell you something.

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Cooperative Extension with Tasha Kearney: Dinah Gore Cooking Competition

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Tasha Kearney, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

This segment talks about the Dinah Gore Cooking Competition and other Go For Health Programs with Vance County Cooperative Extension and how you can be involved.

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Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Composting

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Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Composting can be easily done by using dead tree leaves and food scraps. These materials will compost down and will enrich your soil.

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Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover: Love Isn’t Enough

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Jamon Glover, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Today, we start a new series called, “Nobody Taught Dad This”. Today we speak about how love doesn’t always teach you how to parent.

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Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Seed Patents

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Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

This week’s segment shines some light on the mystery of seed patents and announces an upcoming seed saving workshop.

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Cooperative Extension with Wayne Rowland: Fire Resistant Landscapes

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Wayne Rowland, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Fire resistant landscape can protect your home from wildfires.

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Cooperative Extension with Jamon Glover: After They’re Grown

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Jamon Glover, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Today we talk about how you adjust to life after your children are grown up.

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Cooperative Extension with Michael Ellington: Dangers of Clearing Land

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Michael Ellington, on the Vance County Cooperative Extension Report:

Today’s segment warns of the dangers associated with clearing land too quickly and ends with a reminder of today’s pesticide class.

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