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)

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Edible Gardens Start Here with Home Horticulture Foundations: Edibles and Orchards

Edible Gardens Start Here with Home Horticulture Foundations: Edibles and Orchards

Feb 20, 2026 |

Interested in growing fresh food at home but not sure where to start? Home Horticulture Foundations: Edibles and Orchards is a beginner-friendly Clemson Extension course designed to teach the basics of edible gardening, from vegetables and herbs to small fruits and fruit trees. This six-week online program, paired with an optional hands-on field day, helps South Carolina gardeners build confidence, plan seasonal gardens, and grow food successfully using practical, sustainable methods.

Creamy Fruit Salad

Creamy Fruit Salad

Sep 2, 2022 |

Salad: 8 cups of mixed fruit cut into bite-sized pieces (apple, grapes, pineapple, strawberries,...

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