Author: Stephanie Ann Turner

January 5 Week 1 Garden Photos

Jan 5, 2026 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Through Our Lens: Favorite HGIC Photos of 2025, Part 1 Carpenter Bee sleeping on Ninon Clematis (Clematis 'Ninon') Ginger Long, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson Extension Alleghany Spurge (Pachysandra...

December 15 Week 3 Garden Photos

Dec 15, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Experience Brookgreen Garden’s “Night of a Thousand Candles” Tuesday-Sunday, now through Jan. 4, 2026. There are 2700 hand-lit candles and millions of sparkling lights. Brookgreen...

December 8 Week 2 Garden Photos

Dec 8, 2025 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Hobcaw Barony in Georgetown Count is managed by the Belle W. Baruch Foundation. Belle Baruch’s 1964 will established that the 16,000 acre property should serve as an outdoor living laboratory...

How to Grow Ginger (Zingiber officinale) & Why It’s the Star of Gingerbread

Dec 8, 2025 | In the Garden

Explore why ginger shines in gingerbread and learn how to grow this flavorful tropical plant in South Carolina gardens and containers.

How to Grow and Care for Marigolds in South Carolina

Nov 7, 2025 | Flowers, Landscape

Marigolds are bright, easy-to-grow annuals for South Carolina gardens. Discover planting tips, watering guidance, and the best varieties for success.

Read the Label and Follow the Instructions

Jun 16, 2025 | In the Garden

Using pesticides without reading the label can waste time, harm plants, and pose safety risks. This blog explains how to correctly identify pest problems, apply products safely, and follow label instructions to protect your garden, yourself, and the environment.

Giftable Amaryllis

Dec 18, 2024 | In the Garden

Brighten the holiday season with the giftable amaryllis, a stunning indoor plant known for its vibrant blooms and ease of care. Perfect as a hostess gift or cheerful decoration, amaryllis brings joy and greenery to any home.

Sage: The Wisest Herb

Nov 18, 2024 | In the Garden

Whenever I think of culinary sage, I think of turkey stuffing. In my mind, I’ve relegated the herb to Thanksgiving feasts. But sage (Salvia officinalis) is a versatile garden plant humans have...

Garden Sanitation

Oct 11, 2024 | In the Garden

Diseases happen in the garden. Pathogens find a susceptible host plant in a favorable environment and invade. The unfortunate plant may just show reduced health or may end up completely dead. When...

Home Garden Genetics

May 27, 2024 | In the Garden

Some wild things are happening in the realm of home gardens this year. Breakthrough breeding via genetic engineering is bringing two first-of-their-kind plants into the hands of average folks. A new...

What’s Eating You?

May 8, 2023 | In the Garden

Perhaps as you’ve strolled through your garden lately, you’ve looked at a plant and thought, “What’s eating you?” It can be tricky to discern what is doing the munching when the muncher is nowhere...

This Month in Your Garden – May 2023

May 1, 2023 | In the Garden

Coastal Region – Christopher Burtt Though summer is not quite here, the heat is on its way. May is the month to start turf care. Care is based on the type of turf. With mower blades fully...