Growing and Using Juniper (Juniperus spp.): Large Shrubs and Trees
Growing large shrub and tree junipers (Juniperus spp.) in the Southeast, including care, spacing, pests, and top cultivars for screening and landscape use.
Author: Dr. Dave Coyle
Spongy Moth (Lymantria dispar)
Learn how to identify the spongy moth, understand its life cycle and damage, and find out how to prevent its spread and report sightings in South Carolina.
Yellownecked Caterpillar (Datana ministra) in South Carolina: Identification, Host Plants, and Management
Learn how to identify yellownecked caterpillars, the plants they feed on, and when management is needed in South Carolina landscapes and fruit trees.
Quick Guide to Growing Juniper Groundcovers and Small Shrubs
Juniper groundcovers and shrubs provide year-round color and durability. Explore care tips, landscape uses, and recommended cultivars for the Southeast.
How to Identify, Understand, and Manage Cicadas
Explore cicada identification, life cycle, and management tips for homeowners and gardeners in South Carolina.
Spotted Lanternfly
Spot, manage, and report the invasive spotted lanternfly.
Pesticide Spill: Safe Management & Cleanup Guidelines
Follow these steps to contain and clean up pesticide spills properly.
Tree Maintenance
Learn essential tree maintenance practices to keep your landscape healthy and thriving.
Forest Tent Caterpillar
The forest tent caterpillar is a native defoliating insect present throughout the eastern U.S. This insect is typically not a problem but can occasionally reach outbreak populations that are capable of wide-scale defoliation in hardwood forests.
The Jorō Spider
The Jorō spider, an orbweaver native to Asia, is now common in the southeastern U.S. Despite sensationalized headlines, these large spiders are docile and pose little threat to humans or pets. Learn about their lifecycle, distinctive features, and tips for managing their presence on your property.
Big Yellow Spiders in South Carolina
In South Carolina, four large yellow and black orbweaver spiders are commonly found: the yellow garden spider, banded garden spider, golden silk orbweaver, and the invasive Jorō spider. These spiders are known for their impressive webs and docile nature. All spiders play a role in controlling pest populations, making them valuable to both humans and the environment. Discover their fascinating behaviors, reproductive habits, and how they contribute to the ecosystem.
Centipedes
Centipedes are fast-moving creatures that can be a nuisance indoors. This guide covers some of the different types of centipedes, their behavior, how to identify them, and effective strategies for controlling them, both naturally and with pesticides.