Testing Drinking Water
Learn how to test your drinking water for bacteria and chemicals. Find step-by-step instructions, SCDES testing links, and certified SC labs.
Author: Terasa Lott
Ivy
Learn about the versatility of Ivy for creating lush, green landscapes.
Hibiscus
Discover how Hibiscus adds vibrant color and a tropical vibe to your outdoor spaces.
Composting
Learn how to start composting and create nutrient-rich soil for your garden with tips on materials and methods.
Invasive Plant Spotlight: Sweet Autumn Clematis
If you’ve been noticing masses of showy white flowers rambling over vegetation along the roadsides, it might be Sweet Autumn Clematis (Clematis terniflora). Also known as Sweet Autumn Virginsbower,...
Vinca: The Trouble with Common Names
Latin scientific names can be challenging to pronounce but are tremendously important. We can communicate without ambiguity because each plant has only one scientific name. In contrast, a plant may...
My, What Beautiful Bracts You Have
Plants are often prized for their flowers, but that isn’t the case for the Poinsettia. The showy portions of this popular holiday plant aren’t petals or even flowers at all. Instead, they are...
Holiday Cactus
The Poinsettia may be the most iconic holiday plant, but the Thanksgiving cactus is my favorite because of its sentimental value. About 18 years ago, I purchased what I thought was a Christmas...
Too Much Basil?
Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of my favorite culinary herbs. It’s relatively easy to grow and is available in many cultivars, some of which are quite decorative. A member of the mint family, it’s...
White Isn’t Always A Beautiful Sight
We had measurable snow at my house twice in two weeks! I picked up my camera each time to capture the beauty of the pure white frozen precipitation blanketing the bleak winter landscape. The snow...
Rutabagas And Turnips: What’s The Difference?
Fall is the time for root vegetables like turnips and rutabagas. My grandfather (Pop) loved both, especially rutabagas, and my grandmother (Nan) prepared them specifically for him. At the time, I...
Mailbox Planters Can Be A Challenge
First impressions are critical when selling a home, and I give credit to the former owners of our house for choosing a rather unique mailbox post. Instead of a traditional post designed to support a...
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