Author: Barbara H. Smith

Daffodils Herald the Coming of Spring

Feb 28, 2019 | In the Garden

Although commonly known as daffodils, the term Narcissus is the correct genus name for these spring blooming bulbs. Narcissus species and hybrids come in a myriad of sizes, colors, and forms, and...

February Week 4 Garden Photos

Feb 25, 2019 | Photo Blog

Spring is slowly arriving, pushing winter out the door. Wake Robin (Trillium decipeins) Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Winter Jasmine (Jasminum nudiflorum) Barbara H. Smith, ©2019...

February Week 3 Garden Photos

Feb 18, 2019 | Photo Blog

Winter is the perfect time to learn how to identify trees by the bark. Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis) Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Wild Cherry (Prunus serotina) Barbara H....

Vine Selections for Landscaping

Feb 14, 2019 | Groundcovers, Landscape, Vines

Learn how vines can transform your landscape with beauty and function.

February Week 2 Garden Photos

Feb 11, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Visit the South Carolina Botanical Garden to see what’s in bloom this week. Camellia cuspidata with Honeybee Honeybees have been active during the warmer days. Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC,...

February Week 1 Garden Photos

Feb 4, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Learn how to identify five common pine tree species found in South Carolina. Identification of 5 pine trees commonly found in South Carolina Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Pine...

January Week 5 Garden Photos

Jan 28, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“Every gardener knows that under the cloak of winter lies a miracle.” ~Luther Burbank~ Diane Witchhazel (Hamamelis x intermedia 'Diane') Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Camellia...

January Week 4 Garden Photos

Jan 21, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

The camellias are in full bloom at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Camellia japonica 'R.L. Wheeler' Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Camellia x 'Charmain' Barbara H. Smith, ©2019...

January Week 3 Garden Photos

Jan 14, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“Study nature. Love nature. Stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” ~Frank Lloyd Wright~ Camellia japonica 'Purple Dawn' Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension There's...

Japanese Camellias

Jan 10, 2019 | Holiday, In the Garden

Japanese camellias (Camellia japonica) are one of the most recognized evergreen shrubs planted in Southern gardens. As the common name implies, these beauties are native to the Orient. The first...

January Week 2 Garden Photos

Jan 7, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“In every walk with nature one receives far more than he (or she) seeks.” – John Muir American Beech (Fagus grandiflora) and Loblolly Pine Needles (Pinus taeda) American beech...

Pecan Planting & Fertilization

Jan 7, 2019 | Fruits & Vegetables, Nuts, Tree Fruits

Grow productive pecan trees by following guidance on planting, fertilization, and long-term care.