Celebrate the Trees That Make Your World Better
Arbor Day is an opportunity to celebrate the trees that make your world better! While National Arbor Day is the last Friday in April, the first Friday in December (December 3, 2021) is South...
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Dec 6, 2021 | In the Garden
Arbor Day is an opportunity to celebrate the trees that make your world better! While National Arbor Day is the last Friday in April, the first Friday in December (December 3, 2021) is South...
Dec 2, 2021 | In the Garden
The peach is an iconic fruit in the southeastern United States, and many backyard gardeners consider a peach tree to be a good addition to their gardens. Planting season is upon us. Peach trees...
Dec 1, 2021 | In the Garden
Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “In our area, pest and disease pressure have reduced in response to cooler dryer conditions. Keep an eye on soil moisture and continue to regularly scout crops.”...
Nov 30, 2021 | In the Garden
The main limiting factor for growing citrus is the lack of significant cold tolerance. The ideal temperature range for citrus is between 60- and 90-degrees F, though depending on the species and...
Nov 29, 2021 | Holiday, In the Garden
Start a new holiday tradition with your family this year by making orange pomander balls. They can be hung on your Christmas tree as ornaments, attached to garlands, or used in a holiday centerpiece...
Nov 26, 2021 | In the Garden
Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Crops are continuing to develop well with few insect or disease problems. The disease pressure may increase given the welcome rainfall forecast today. Please...
Nov 24, 2021 | In the Garden
When we purchased our farm in 1977, one of the first plants my husband gave me was a small 1-gallon, knee-high, Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) that was about as big around as a pencil. This little...
Nov 23, 2021 | In the Garden
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...
Nov 22, 2021 | In the Garden
Fall is one of the best times to get your soil sampled. Gardening tasks this time of year tend to be less burdensome, and with cooler weather, roaming about the yard or garden collecting dirt is...
Nov 18, 2021 | In the Garden
Ranunculus (Ranunculus species) is an often-overlooked fall-planted and spring-flowering bulb that has recently become one of my favorite spring flowers to grow. It’s an attractive addition to...
Nov 17, 2021 | In the Garden
We are currently evaluating the SC Grower site to determine any necessary updates or upgrades to better serve our viewers. To help with this, we would love to have your feedback. This quick...
Nov 16, 2021 | In the Garden, Uncategorized
When plant problems occur in the landscape, gardeners often blame insects or diseases. While some plants are more susceptible to pest problems than others, many issues arise when plants are planted...
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