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)
What’s a Hoosier banana? It’s the pawpaw—an underrated native fruit with a rich flavor and big appeal. From attracting butterflies to growing in forest understories, this tropical-tasting tree is full of surprises. Learn more about pawpaws, how to grow them, and where to spot them in the wild.
“And the Spring arose on the garden fair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere; And each flower...
Leafy greens are nutritional powerhouses, loaded with vitamin C, folate, and antioxidants—but they often get a bad reputation, especially among kids and picky eaters. Whether you're looking to boost your health, manage calories, or add variety to your meals, this guide shares easy and delicious ways to enjoy spinach, kale, arugula, and more. Plus, learn how to avoid high-calorie salad pitfalls and keep your greens safe with food safety tips. Read on for simple strategies to make leafy greens a staple in your diet!
Salad: 8 cups of mixed fruit cut into bite-sized pieces (apple, grapes, pineapple, strawberries,...
Learn how to manage snails and slugs and prevent them from harming plants.
Many of you may be familiar with our native fringetree, Chionanthus virginicus, often called...
The holidays are here, and no festive feast is complete without fresh, homemade dinner rolls. This recipe offers an easy-to-follow method for creating sweet, Hawaiian-style rolls with a fluffy texture, guaranteed to impress your friends and family. From proofing the dough to that first warm bite, baking these rolls will fill your kitchen with joy and the delightful scent of the season.
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