Author: Ginger Elizabeth Long

Cannas Can Take the Heat!

Jul 17, 2023 | In the Garden

As the summer temperatures rise, you can count on canna’s (Canna x generalis) tropical foliage and flowers to stand out. They start blooming in early summer and continue through fall. Hummingbirds...

In the Limelight: Hydrangea paniculata

Jul 10, 2023 | In the Garden

Limelight hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata ‘Limelight’ PP12874) has become so popular in the past decade that many refer to it simply as Limelight. It is a large cultivar, reaching 8 feet tall and...

June 12 Week 2 Garden Photos

Jun 12, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Plan a visit to Greenwood, SC to see 55 living topiary sculptures that will be on display until July 8th. Here are a few favorites! Jeep Wrangler Ginger Long, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University Jeep...

Calibrachoa

Jun 12, 2023 | Flowering, In the Garden

For vibrant color from spring to frost, plant Calibrachoa. In hanging baskets or pots, they trail over the sides and act as a “spiller” in combination plantings. Calibrachoas are native to South...

Hummingbird Favorite: Salvia

May 4, 2023 | In the Garden

Like most South Carolina nature lovers, I look forward to the return of Ruby-throated hummingbirds every spring. I enjoy seeing them in my garden, visiting flower after flower chirping along the...

3 Evergreen Vines for Screening

Mar 8, 2023 | In the Garden

Do you have a chain link fence you’d like to hide? Cover it with evergreen vines. Evergreen vines are not only a great way to cover an eyesore, but they can also add vertical interest to your garden...