Category: In the Garden

Native Trees for Fall Color

Oct 28, 2021 | In the Garden

Some of my favorite natives for fall leaf color grow in abundance in the Piedmont, and when the weather cooperates, we are in for a spectacular show. Sugar maples occur naturally further north of...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report October 25, 2021

Oct 27, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “We had a nice week of weather last week and are getting some rain this morning (10/25). Strawberry plants are arriving, and growers will be busy putting in...

Persimmons

Oct 26, 2021 | In the Garden

When it comes to choosing landscape trees, I look for trees that have multi-season interest.  I’ve seen too many fleeting beauties that bear a fireworks display of flowers in the spring that lasts...

Cotton Rose Mallow

Oct 25, 2021 | In the Garden

Cotton rose mallow (Hibiscus mutabilis), a member of the Malvaceae family, is one of the latest blooming hibiscuses and a popular plant found in many South Carolina gardens. When in bloom, the 4- to...

SC FRUIT AND VEGETABLE FIELD REPORT OCTOBER 18, 2021

Oct 22, 2021 | In the Garden

Midlands Justin Ballew reports, “We had beautiful sunny weather last week that really helped dry things out. Strawberry transplants are due in this week and growers will start getting them in...

Dependable Daffodils for Heavy Soils In South Carolina

Oct 21, 2021 | In the Garden

Daffodils are one of the most reliable spring bulbs for the Southeast. Not all cultivars, though, survive the summer and come back year after year. The following cultivars have a proven track record...

Pollinator Gardens- Plants with a Purpose

Oct 20, 2021 | In the Garden

I have become increasingly interested in pollinator gardening over the years. And while the beauty the flowers bring to my life should be enough, in reality, I am more entertained by the birds,...

When Plants and Powerlines Collide – Native Shrubs Under Ten Feet

Oct 19, 2021 | In the Garden

Utility companies have the thankless task of maintaining the right-of-way for above-ground utility lines to keep the power on. Gardeners and residents often gasp in horror upon seeing the tree and...

Martha Daniell Logan’s 1752 Gardening Calendar

Oct 18, 2021 | In the Garden

How many times have you heard the phrase “Genes don’t lie?” I am an amateur genealogist who has spent years researching my family lines. Imagine my absolute delight in discovering that my 7th...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report October 11, 2021

Oct 13, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “We are progressing well with preparations for strawberry planting. Some plants are due to be delivered this week. Remember, if fumigants have been used, check to...

Virginia Creeper

Oct 12, 2021 | In the Garden

Virginia creeper is a ubiquitous native vine or groundcover that deserves a place in the landscape. In fact, you may already have it growing outside your door, and you’re not even aware of it....

Native Plants for Wildlife: Resources for Home Gardeners

Oct 11, 2021 | In the Garden

Over the past few decades, support for planting natives in our gardens has grown exponentially. Experienced gardeners know that planting “the right plant in the right place” makes the upkeep of that...