Pollinator Gardening
In 2007, the U.S. Senate designated a week in June as National Pollinator Week to increase the general public’s awareness of the importance of pollinators to food production. What is pollination?...
Category: Flowers
Zinnia Insect Pests & Diseases
Insect Pest Prevention & Control Zinnias are excellent sources of pollen and nectar for many beneficial insects; therefore, it is not recommended that insecticides, other than insecticidal soap,...
June 6 Week 1 Garden Photos
Hydrangeas Are The Stars of a June Garden Cityline® Rio Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'Cityline® Rio') Barbara H. Smith, ©2022 HGIC, Clemson University Eva Lyon Holmes Hydrangea (Hydrangea...
Scaevola or Fan Flower
Learn how Scaevola adds cascading color and resilience to your outdoor spaces.
Cleome or Spider Flower
Discover how Cleome enhances your garden with its unique flowers and graceful appearance.
Melampodium or Butter Daisy
Learn how Melampodium thrives in warm climates, offering vibrant color with minimal care.
Ginger Lily
Want to add a bit of tropical pizazz to your late summer or early fall perennial border? Then ginger lilies (Hedychium species) are your answer. They are not true lilies but distant cousins of...
Goldenrod & Ragweed
There are approximately 28 species of goldenrods (Solidago spp.) in South Carolina, and they all produce masses of bright, golden flowers, which light up old fields and the sides of our rural roads....
Marigold
Learn about the beauty and benefits of growing Marigolds in your garden.
Salvia
Learn how Salvia can enhance your landscape with its striking flowers and adaptability.
Pansies and Johnny-Jump-Ups
Learn how to grow Pansies and Johnny-jump-ups to create colorful, seasonal displays.
Coleus
Learn how Coleus plants can transform your garden with their unique and colorful leaves.