February 06 Week 1 Garden Photos
Perennials Native to South Carolina, Part 2 Yellow False Indigo (Baptisia sphaerocarpa) Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University Wild Sweet William (Phlox maculata) Barbara H. Smith, ©2023...
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Summer Squash
Discover the secrets to growing summer squash, including planting, pollination, and pest control.
January 30 Week 5 Garden Photos
Perennials Native to South Carolina, Part 1 Blanket Flower(Gaillardia pulchella) Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University Giant Coneflower (Rudbeckia maxima) Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC,...
Brighten Up Your Home with Houseplants
Are these gloomy winter days getting you down? One way to brighten up your home is the addition of tropical houseplants. Some of my favorite flowering ones are moth orchids (Phalaenopsis species),...
January 23 Week 4 Garden Photos
Revisit some of Barbara Smith’s favorite insect and spider photos, Part 2 Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus parviflora) and Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson...
Lettuce
Learn how to plant, care for, and harvest lettuce varieties for fresh, homegrown salads.
Cantaloupe & Honeydew Melons
Cultivate delicious cantaloupes and honeydew melons with expert advice on planting, watering, and harvesting.
Cucumber
Grow crisp cucumbers with this guide to planting, watering, and pest management for a productive harvest.
Sweet Corn
Plant sweet corn and follow this guide for a successful harvest of tender, juicy kernels.
Bush & Pole-Type Snap Beans
Explore the differences between bush and pole beans, along with planting and harvesting tips for a plentiful yield.
Cabbage & Chinese Cabbage
Grow cabbage and Chinese cabbage with this guide to planting, pest management, and harvesting techniques.
Onion, Leek, Shallot, & Garlic
Plant and grow flavorful alliums like onions, leeks, shallots, and garlic with these detailed care instructions.