Japanese Camellias
Japanese camellias (Camellia japonica) are one of the most recognized evergreen shrubs planted in Southern gardens. As the common name implies, these beauties are native to the Orient. The first...
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Gray Mold (Botrytis Blight)
Botrytis blight or “gray mold” is a widely distributed disease caused by the fungus Botrytis species. It can infect some vegetables, soft fruits, flowers, trees and shrubs, especially...
Thanksgiving & Christmas Cacti
Thanksgiving cactus (Schlumbergera truncata) and Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi) are popular, fall- and winter-flowering houseplants native to Brazil, and are available in a wide variety...
Easter Lily
The white trumpet-shaped flowers of the Easter lily (Lilium longiflorum) have become the traditional time-honored symbol of beauty, hope, and life during the Easter season. Potted flowering Easter...
Holiday Decorating With Fresh Greenery
Decorating the house with fresh greenery is one of the oldest winter holiday traditions. Evergreens have been a part of winter festivals since ancient times. Evergreens are used to represent...
Poinsettia
The poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is the most popular flowering plant sold in the United States with more than 70 million sold nationwide each year. When South Carolinian Joel R. Poinsett (1779...
Holiday Meats—Not Just Turkey!
No doubt about it, holiday time is turkey time. In 2013 South Carolina was listed number 8 in the US for turkey production. Nearly 12 million turkeys were produced, 30 percent of which were served...
Safety Tips for Enjoying Your Christmas Tree
We all enjoy the pleasant fragrance and genuine beauty of a live Christmas tree. The following tips can help you get the maximum enjoyment from your live Christmas tree. Choosing a Precut Tree Grasp...
Food Safety for Community Suppers
Community suppers are gatherings where groups of people with common interests can socialize, network, celebrate or work while sharing a meal. These events are fun and productive but can quickly lead...
Serve a Healthful, Low-Cost Holiday Meal
Good nutrition doesn’t have to be expensive this Thanksgiving and Christmas season. In 2010 the following menu could be prepared at home to serve eight people for less than $31. Holiday Menu That...
Let the Holiday Spirit Move You!
Get moving and eat healthfully during the holidays. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa, prevent holiday weight gain by balancing your physical activity with your food intake. Set a...
Food Safety Pitfalls at Thanksgiving & Beyond
Avoid common pitfalls that can turn a festive Thanksgiving meal into a foodborne illness disaster! Preparing and cooking a turkey safely can determine whether your family and friends simply enjoy a...
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