Extension Office

Henrico County Extension Office

Join SMART Scapes today!

  • Why are the plants in my yard not thriving?  
  • What plants will grow well in my area of Henrico County?  
  • What plants are on my property and how do I take care of them?  
  • How can I improve the sustainability of my landscape?  
  • How can I create habitat for beneficial wildlife like birds & bees? 

House and landscapeMaster Gardener teams educate homeowners on best management practices for a beautiful, healthy and sustainable landscape. This includes a focus on conservation practices to restore and protect our local watersheds, reducing the use of water, fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides. The Master Gardener teams will evaluate and answer site specific questions regarding your property.

A $10 fee covers the cost of supplies, materials and personalized guide. This program typically runs from April 1 to September 30 each year. 

2025 Henrico Junior 4-H Summer Camp

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4-H Junior camp provides youth countless opportunities to learn more about themselves, their peers, and the natural world around them. Days are filled with camp classes (archery, kayaking, athletic sports, marine science, challenge course, photography, arts and crafts, and much more!), unstructured recreation and swim time, flag ceremonies, evening programs, and campfires. Our main focus during camp is to help youth develop independence, self-esteem, confidence, interpersonal skills, and other life skills. To attend, youth must turn 9 by 9/30/25 and no older than 14 by 1/1/25. Join us at 4-H Camp!

Food Safety During a Power Outage

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Winter storms can cause power outages that disable refrigerators and freezers. If you experience a power outage, keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. A refrigerator will keep food cold for about 4 hours if the door is kept closed. A full freezer will hold its temperature for about 48 hours (24 hours if half-full). 

Food Safety During a Power Outage

Eat Safe Food After a Power Outage

Horticulture Virtual Classroom

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Archived Public Horticulture Education Classes offered for you to enjoy at your own pace. Topics include Vegetable Gardening, Lawns, General Gardening, and recordings of the Turf Talk & Tree Talk Virtual Helpdesk Series. Read more…

 

Our staff is always available for questions!

If you need to speak to someone directly, please see the list below for the best person to contact:

 

Name and Title Contact
Kimberly Edmonds, Unit Coordinator
Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Sciences
(804) 501-5170
[email protected]
Quinn Bracken
Extension Agent, Agriculture & Natural Resources 
(804) 501-5171
[email protected] 
Sunny McGann
Horticulture Technician
(804) 501-5179
[email protected]
Carter Humphries
Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development
(804) 501-5166
[email protected]
Laila Ampy-Thomas
Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development
(804) 501-5165
[email protected]
Angelina Greene
Administrative & Fiscal Assistant
(804) 501-5167
[email protected]
Caryn Mitchell
Office Assistant III
(804) 501-5160
[email protected]
Angela Wrigglesworth
County Administrative Assistant
(804) 501-5168
[email protected]

Physical Address
8600 Dixon Powers Dr.
Henrico Government Complex, Human Services Building
Henrico, VA 23228

Mailing Address
P. O. Box 90775
Henrico, VA 23273-0775

Office hours:
8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. EST,
Monday through Friday

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