Understanding Chill Hours for Fruit and Nut Trees in South Carolina
Chill hours are crucial for the success of fruit and nut trees in South Carolina. Learn how they work, how to track them, and why location matters.
Author: Juan Carlos Melgar
In-Ground Citrus Production
Citrus species have been grown in South Carolina for hundreds of years in the coastal plains and sea islands. Cold winter temperatures are the main limiting factors for growing citrus in South...
Color Change and Leaf Drop in Deciduous Fruit Trees
Leaf color change is one of the most iconic events that define the fall season. In a matter of days, the green color gives way to bright yellow, orange, and red hues. The appearance of these colors...
Choosing A Peach Variety for the Backyard
The peach is an iconic fruit in the southeastern United States, and many backyard gardeners consider a peach tree to be a good addition to their gardens. Planting season is upon us. Peach trees...
How Much Should I Irrigate my Peach Trees?
Peaches are among the most popular fruit trees for backyard gardeners, especially in the southeastern U.S. And, now that the summer is upon us, a common question from backyard gardeners is: when and...
Fertilization of Peach Trees
When fertilizing peach trees in a backyard setting, consider tree age and growth rate, soil/tissue analysis, as well as location. Since peach trees do not produce fruit during the first two years...
Blackberries
Blackberries are an excellent addition to a southeastern garden: they are easy to grow, produce abundant fruits that are delicious, highly nutritious and very healthy (blackberries are among the...