How to Grow and Care for Astilbe
Brighten up shady garden spaces with astilbe. This guide covers everything from selecting cultivars to watering, pruning, and managing pests and diseases.
Author: Ginger Elizabeth Long
June 2 Week 1 Garden Photos
“Hydrangeas are like people. They come in all different shapes and sizes, and each one is beautiful in its own way.” ~Unknown~ Hi™ Fire Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Hi™ Fire') Barbara H. Smith,...
May 26 Week 4 Garden Photos
“The Month of May is the gateway to summer.” ~Jean Hersey~ Rio Red Dipladenia (Dipladenia 'Rio Red'), Batface Cuphea (Cuphea llavea) and Silver Falls Dichondra (Dichondra argentea...
May 19 Week 3 Garden Photos
“May is the perfect time to take a breath of fresh air and enjoy the beauty of spring.” ~Debasish Mridha~ Chatty Cat under Blue Hawaii Hosta (Hosta 'Blue Hawaii') Ginger Long, ©2025...
May 12 Week 2 Garden Photos
“May flowers always line your path and sunshine light your day. May songbirds serenade you every step along the way.” ~ Old Irish Blessing~ Rocket Yellow Snapdragon (Anthirrhinum majus...
Hummingbird Favorite: Growing Cardinal Climber for a Vibrant Garden
Excerpt: Cardinal Climber (Ipomoea x multifida) is a vibrant vine known for its bright red, tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds. Learn how to grow, care for, and propagate this heirloom plant, and discover tips on starting it from seed and differentiating it from the similar cypress vine.
This Month in Your Garden- May 2025
Get ready for May gardening with expert tips tailored to the Coastal, Midlands, and Upstate regions. From irrigation and fertilizer advice to pest control and planting recommendations, this guide covers everything you need to keep your garden thriving this month. Stay ahead with region-specific insights on watering, insect prevention, and planting schedules.
April 21 Week 3 Garden Photos
“April hath put a spirit of youth in everything.” ~William Shakespeare~ Zephirine Drouhin Rose (Rosa 'Zephirine Drouhin') Barbara H. Smith, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson Extension Carpenter Bee...
The Lady Banks Rose
A vigorous, nearly thornless rose with cheerful spring blooms. Discover tips for growing and caring for Lady Banks Rose in Southern gardens.
April 14 Week 2 Garden Photos
“The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature.” ~Alfred Austin~ Athens Sweet Shrub (Calycanthus floridus 'Athens') Barbara H. Smith, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson...
April 6 Week 1 Garden Photos
“And the Spring arose on the garden fair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere; And each flower and herb on Earth’s dark breast Rose from the dreams of its wintry rest.” ~Percy Bysshe...
March 31 Week 5 Garden Photos
“Come spring with all its splendors, all its birds, and all its blossoms.” ~Christina Rossetti~ Male Carpenter Bee feeding on Japanese maple (Acer palmtaum) nectar-rich flowers Barbara...