Heavy rainfall across South Carolina has increased disease pressure and created challenging field conditions, including flooding and saturated soils. Growers should maintain fungicide programs and closely scout cucurbits for downy mildew as peaches, blueberries, watermelons, tomatoes, beans, cucumbers, squash, and other crops enter peak harvest season.
Discover mountain camellia and silky camellia, rare native stewartias prized for their flowers, fall color, wildlife value, and conservation importance.
See how a former swimming pool became a thriving Celtic garden filled with pollinators, hummingbirds, flowers, and wildlife.
Heavy Memorial Day weekend rain brought 4–5 inches to parts of South Carolina, creating ideal conditions for disease outbreaks in vegetables, fruit crops, and brassicas. Growers across the state should stay on top of fungicide programs, monitor saturated soils, and scout for increasing insect pressure as warm, humid weather continues.
Learn how to identify active mole tunnels and use harpoon or scissor traps for effective mole control in South Carolina lawns.
South Carolina growers are seeing rising insect populations as temperatures climb into the 90s. This week’s field update covers watermelon development, peach harvest progress, strawberry decline, blackberry disorders, and increasing pest pressure across the Lowcountry, Midlands, and Upstate.
Grow your own herbal tea garden in South Carolina with easy-to-grow herbs for fresh or dried homemade tea blends.
Learn how to create wildlife habitat on your porch using native plants, feeders, water sources, and small-space habitat ideas.
Insect and disease pressure is increasing across South Carolina crops as warm temperatures and rainfall continue statewide.
Discover the best porch ferns for South Carolina and learn expert tips for watering, fertilizing, and overwintering them successfully.
May 2026 gardening tips for South Carolina gardeners, including lawn care, vegetables, drought management, pests, and seasonal planting advice.
