Every spring and fall, the Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District holds a tree sale. The Henry County SWCD promotes the enhancement and improvement of wildlife habitat through the bi-annual tree sale.

The Tree Owner’s Manual for the Northeastern and Midwestern United States is an informative and useful reference guide on tree planting, tree care, and maintenance. Wanting to plant a windbreak around your home, buildings or farm? Farmstead Windbreaks: Planning is a beneficial guide in developing and establishing a windbreak.   

Do you want to plant trees and shrubs around your home or farm to attract wildlife? The Fall Tree Sale is currently being planned for Wednesday, September 29 and Thursday, September 30. Tree orders are due Monday, September 20. Download and print the Fall Tree Sale brochure!  

Thank you to those who purchased trees in the past and plan on doing so in the future! The Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District greatly appreciates your business! Contact the Henry County SWCD for more information regarding the tree sale or to be added to the mailing list.

Interested in purchasing fish to restock your pond or to stock a new pond? The Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District holds a fish sale each spring and fall.

The Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District thanks you for your support through the fish sale! We are currently taking orders for the spring of 2010.

Contact the Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District for further information regarding the fish sale or to be added to the mailing list! The 2010 Fall Fish Sale will be held on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 7:30 a.m. Grass Carp orders are due October 4, with all other fish orders due on October 12. Thank you for your support!

Download and print the 2010 Fall Fish Sale brochure! 

Have a question about fish, aquatic plants, or management of ponds? Information regarding ponds and fish is available at the office for your reference.
Aquatic Plants - their identification and management
Management of Small Lakes and Ponds in Illinois
What Fish is This?

A native plant sale is held every summer. Native plants are available for sale in a wide range of colors, heights and bloom dates. A variety of wildlife is attracted to prairie.  

Would you like to start a native plant garden? Native plants create a desirable habitat for wildlife. Bees, butterflies and birds are attracted to native plants. Find out how to prepare a site for planting, plant, and maintain native plants: Planting Instructions. 

Orders are currently being taken for the Native Plant Sale. Download and print the 2010 Native Plant Sale order form! The Native Plant Sale will be held on Friday, June 11, 2010. Place your pre-order by Friday, June 4th or arrive the day of the sale to purchase plants. Payment is due on the day of the native plant sale. Contact the Henry County SWCD for details regarding the sale!

Find detailed information about the native plant species offered for sale.

The Henry County SWCD holds a flower bulb sale every spring and fall. Wanting to surround your home with beautiful flowers? For further information on the spring and fall flower bulb sale, contact the Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District.

Use these helpful instructions for successful flower bulb planting. Download and print the Spring Planting Guide, Spring Planting Instructions, and Fall Planting Instructions.

The Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District and the Henry County Natural Area Guardians thank you for your suppor of the flower bulb sale. The Fall 2010 Bulb Sale is currently being planned. Order for the 2010 Fall Bulb Sale are due Friday, September 3, 2010! Download and print the 2010 Fall Brochure! Contact the Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District for more information regarding the bulb sale.

Nature field guides are sold to promote education of our ecosystem. A variety of nature field guides are in stock at the Henry County SWCD office. Click on this link to view a description of the nature field guides. Topics include trees, native plants, fish, mammals, and birds. Stop by the office to browse through the field guides!

  Download and print a field guide order form!

In an effort to reduce stormwater runoff and promote water conservation, the Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District conducts a rain barrel sale.

What are rain barrels?  Find out how rain barrels play a vital role in water conservation! Rain barrels protect an important natural resource…water!

A rain barrel is a system of collecting and storing water from the roofs of homes, barns and sheds. Rain barrels prevent water from attaching to soil or pollutants and being carried away and washed into storm drains. Reducing stormwater runoff reduces the amount of pesticides and fertilizer that impact our water supply.

Collecting rainwater saves water for a future use. Rain barrels store and provide pure, natural water that is perfect for watering landscaping and gardens, and washing cars and windows. The use of rainwater would have a great affect on your water bill. Depending on the amount of rainfall and the size of the roof, a large amount of water can be collected. For every inch of rainfall on a 1000 square foot area, equals a savings of 600 gallons of water with the use of a rain barrel.   

Learn how to install and maintain a rain barrel with this useful guide. Download and print the Rain Barrel Instructions to use! Do you have questions about the rain barrels through UpCycle Products? Look at the Frequently Asked Questions. Look at the different colors and styles of rain barrels in the Rain Barrels Brochure.

The Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District greatly appreciates you making the rain barrel sale a success in promoting water conservation and water quality!

April showers bring May flowers. Why not save that rain water to water landscaping and gardens? Rain barrels make ideal gifts for gardeners! 

The Spring 2010 Rain Barrel Sale has concluded. Thank you for making the sale a success!! If you missed the deadline to order, do not worry. Pre-orders are continuously being taken. Information for the Fall 2010 Rain Barrel Sale will be available soon. Print a 2010 Rain Barrel Sale order form!   

Contact the Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District office to be placed on the mailing list for rain barrel information. A rain barrel is on display at the Henry County SWCD office for viewing. Stop by and visit! 

Soil Analysis Kits are available for purchase to promote water quality and soil health. Kits are in stock at the Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District office. Download and print a Soil Analysis Kit brochure and order form!

Soil Analysis System Brochure
Soil Testing Kits Order Form
Soil Testing Kits Flyer

Contact the Henry County SWCD for detailed information on the Soil Analysis Kits!

Marking flags are available in the colors of blue, orange, pink, red, white, and yellow.

Buy flags individually or in bundles of 100. Flags are $.15 each, $8.50 per bundle of 100, or $85.00 per box of 1000.