Author: Barbara H. Smith

September 22 Week 4 Garden Photos

Sep 22, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“The beauty of a garden comes not just from flowers but from the love poured into it.” ~Anonymous~ Luna Moth (Actias luna) Julia Nichols, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson Extension Sweet Talk™ Red...

September 15 Week 3 Garden Photos

Sep 15, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Perennials and bulbs that bloom in the fall are the garden’s final love letter to the year and provide pollen and nectar for pollinating insects. Amistad Salvia (Salvia 'Amistad')' Barbara H....

September 8 Week 2 Garden Photos

Sep 8, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Enjoy part 2 of a tour of Riverbanks Botanical Garden. It has scenic Saluda River views, valley overlooks, and a walled garden full of colorful blooms. It’s been labeled as one of the...

September 1 Week 1 Garden Photos

Sep 1, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

The stunning Riverbanks Botanical Garden in Columbia opened on June 10, 1995 on one of the most beautiful natural sites in South Carolina. It has over 5,700+ plants. Plan a visit soon! Walled Garden...

August 25 Week 4 Garden Photos

Aug 25, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Montana has close to 58 million acres in farmland and ranches. The state is second in the nation for agricultural land use practices. The top agricultural products include wheat, hay, barley, and...

August 18 Week 3 Garden Photos

Aug 18, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

The diverse, breathtaking beauty of Montana unfolds in a vista of snow-capped mountains, endless prairies, and crystal clear rivers. Montana’s nickname is “Big Sky Country” because...

Pet Owners Beware: 11 Poisonous Houseplants to Avoid

Aug 14, 2025 | In the Garden

Protect pets from poisoning—learn the top 11 toxic houseplants, symptoms to watch for, and how to keep your home safe.

August 11 Week 2 Garden Photos

Aug 11, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Montana has over 2900 native plant species. The best time to visit to see wildflowers in peak bloom is late June through August, depending on the elevation and snowpack. Showy Milkweed (Asclepias...

August 4 Week 1 Garden Photos

Aug 4, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Enjoy Part 2 of Barbara Smith’s recent visit to DanWalt Garden in Billings, Montana. It covers 3 exquisitely landscaped acres . DanWalt Garden Entry Sign Barbara H. Smith, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson...

July 28 Week 4 Garden Photos

Jul 28, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

DanWalt Gardens, Billings Montana~ Part 1 Enjoy this virtual visit to DanWalt Gardens. It was started by Dan Jellison and Walt Williams in the 1990s on Jellison family land. In 2017, they sold the...

July 21 Week 3 Garden Photos

Jul 21, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

The Beartooth Highway (US Rt. 212) is a scenic 68-mile road that connects Red Lodge, Montana, to the Northeastern Gate of Yellowstone National Park. The highest elevation point is 10,947 feet,...

Pet-Safe Indoor Houseplants: What’s Safe for Cats and Dogs

Jul 21, 2025 | In the Garden

10 indoor plants that are safe for cats and dogs.