November 24 Week 4 Garden Photos
Thankful for open skies, quiet paths, and the simple wonders of the world. Wishing everyone a peaceful and grateful Thanksgiving. Catching the Last Light of Fall Barbara H. Smith, ©2025 HGIC,...
Author: Ginger Elizabeth Long
How To Control Volunteer Seedlings With the Cut Stump Method
Discover how to stop unwanted seedlings from regrowing with the cut stump herbicide method for trees, shrubs, and vines.
November 3 Week 1 Garden Photos
“Fall has always been my favorite season. The time when everything bursts with its last beauty, as if nature had been saving up all year for the grand finale.” ~Unknown~ Golden Leaves of...
How to Identify, Understand, and Manage Cicadas
Explore cicada identification, life cycle, and management tips for homeowners and gardeners in South Carolina.
October 27 Week 4 Garden Photos
“When summer gathers up her robes of glory, and like a dream of beauty glides away.” ~Sarah Helen Power Whitman~ White Queen Caladium (Caladium 'White Queen') Ginger Long, ©2025 HGIC,...
How to Grow and Care for Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea micropetala)
Add fall color and attract hummingbirds with candy corn plants. Learn how to grow and maintain Cuphea micropetala in South Carolina gardens.
October 6 Week 1 Garden Photos
“October, crisp, misty, golden October, when the light is sweet and heavy.” ~Angela Carter~ Yellow Crownbeard (Verbesina occidentalis) Barbara H. Smith, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson Extension...
September 29 Week 5 Garden Photos
“September: the golden threshold between summer and winter.” ~Meeta Ahluwalia~ Fall Light in the Garden Barbara H. Smith, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson Extension Beneficial Yellow Garden Writing...
September 22 Week 4 Garden Photos
“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...
Seasonal Container Gardening: Fall Through Winter
Bring fall and winter containers to life with pansies, kale, herbs, and evergreens for lasting color and texture.
This Month in Your Garden – September 2025
South Carolina September garden guide: fall planting, lawn care, pollinator flowers, pest control, and perennial maintenance tips.
How to Grow and Care for Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia uvaria)
Discover how to grow red hot poker plants with care tips for soil, sun, water, pruning, and pollinator-friendly blooms in bold summer colors.