This Month in Your Garden – January 2026
January 2026 garden tasks and inspiration for Coastal, Midlands, Upstate, and Upstate regions. Plan the year, mulch beds, test soil, start seeds, prune, and enjoy winter’s calm.
The Home and Garden Information Center
The Home & Garden Information Center (HGIC) provides research-based information on landscaping, gardening, plant health, household pests, food safety and preservation, and nutrition, physical activity & health. HGIC is designed to complement Clemson’s network of professionals and volunteers by answering the routine types of calls and thereby freeing agents to deal with commercial agriculture/horticulture questions and conduct proactive programming to larger audiences. 1-888-656-9988 (SC residents only, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, M – F)
- In the Garden
- Photo Blog
- Tasty Bites
- Recipes
January 5 Week 1 Garden Photos
Through Our Lens: Favorite HGIC Photos of 2025, Part 1 Carpenter Bee sleeping on Ninon Clematis...
Traditional Preserved Lemons: How to Make and Use Preserved Lemons at Home
Discover how to make and use traditional preserved lemons with easy fermentation steps, storage tips, and flavorful ways to add them to meals.
Creamy Fruit Salad
Salad: 8 cups of mixed fruit cut into bite-sized pieces (apple, grapes, pineapple, strawberries,...
Events
Landscape
Attracting & Feeding Songbirds
Discover the best feeders, seeds, and plants to attract a variety of songbirds and support their health.
Food
Beer Style Highlight: Imperial Stout
Imperial Stout is a dark, strong beer with a rich history. Explore its myths, flavors, and modern twists, perfect for chilly winter nights.
Indoor Plants
Indoor Plants – Soil Mixes
Explore the best soil mixes for a variety of indoor plants, tailored to their unique growing needs.
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