Author: Christopher Burtt

Coastal Region- Christopher Burtt The first frost of the autumn can occur between October 15th – November 15th depending on the location. Winter protection should be done based on specific...

Coastal Region – Christopher Burtt Continue mowing the turf at a normal height until the nighttime temperatures begin to cool. Once it begins to cool, raise the mower height to allow more...

Coastal Region – Christopher Burtt Apply a second (or third) application (if necessary) of turf fertilizer. Follow soil result guidelines for appropriate ratios. Do not exceed 1 pound of...

Coastal Region – Christopher Burtt Though summer is not quite here, the heat is on its way. May is the month to start turf care. Care is based on the type of turf. With mower blades fully...

Coastal Region- Christopher Burtt Spring is here, and that means lots of things can be done in the garden. Begin to apply fertilizer where needed based on soil test results. If a soil test has not...

Coastal Region – Christopher Burtt Create a plan for the Spring in the garden, including a list of materials, such as seeds. Many seed varieties sell out quickly, so it is best to purchase them now,...

Coastal – Christopher Burtt Begin fertilizing lawns based on soil test results. With mower blades sharpened, mow the lawn at the appropriate height for the turf species. Look for thin areas in the...

The main limiting factor for growing citrus is the lack of significant cold tolerance. The ideal temperature range for citrus is between 60- and 90-degrees F, though depending on the species and...

The Pomegranate, as well as the fig, are often considered some of the oldest cultivated fruits. Believed to be native to the Middle East, the Pomegranate is a fruit with an interesting history and...

One of the lesser known fruits that grow well here in South Carolina, the Pineapple Guava, Acca sellowiana, is a large, evergreen shrub in the Myrtle Family, Myrtaceae. Native to South America, it...