Planting Shrubs Correctly
Learn how to properly plant shrubs to ensure their success and longevity in your garden.
Author: Joey Williamson
Monarda (Bee balm)
Our family now has a new favorite garden perennial plant. Ever since our ‘Jacob Cline’ Monarda (Monarda didyma ‘Jacob Cline’) came into bloom, it has been the most gorgeous flower we have tried in...
Crossvines
I always look forward to our crossvines (Bignonia capreolata) flowering every spring. Although most of the flowers may be produced high up in deciduous trees, after they bloom, the landscape becomes...
Fusicolla Orange Slime on Trees
Infrequently in the spring, you might see an orange, slimy substance slowly oozing from a wound on a hardwood tree. This is a fungus or a complex of fungi and yeast that colonize the sap that leaks...
Bradford Pear
The Bradford pear tree, while a common component of many managed landscapes, is prone to breakage from storms and is the primary reason for invasive Callery pear trees in natural areas.
Dogwood
Dogwoods, including flowering, kousa, and Cornelian cherry species, are prized for their stunning blooms and vibrant foliage. These versatile trees thrive in various conditions and are perfect for landscapes, offering beauty year-round. Explore care guidelines, soil preferences, and disease-resistant cultivars.
Redbud
Discover the charm of Redbud trees, a favorite for their striking flowers and compact size.
Magnolia
Discover the beauty of Magnolia trees, renowned for their stunning flowers and year-round charm in gardens and yards.
Mushrooms in Lawns
Learn the role mushrooms play in lawn health and when intervention is needed.
November Week 3 Garden Photos
“Beauty surrounds us, but usually we need to be walking in a garden to know it.” ~Rumi~ Grass Walkway at South Carolina Botanical Garden Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension...
November Week 2 Garden Photos
The last gasp of autumn flowers..cold weather is coming. Bolivian Hummingbird Sage (Salvia oxphora) Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Halloween pumpkins are a great addition to a...
Chinese Pistache
Are you looking for a medium-sized, landscape shade tree that will have amazing fall color of fiery yellows, oranges, and reds? Then, the Chinese pistache (Pistacia chinensis) is an excellent...