Bald-cypress (Taxodium distichum) is a native deciduous conifer valued for its feathery foliage, orange-red fall color, and tolerance of wet or urban soils. This guide covers identification, growth rate, site requirements, landscape uses, common problems, and recommended cultivars for South Carolina and beyond.
Identify and manage common chrysanthemum diseases and insect pests in South Carolina using cultural practices, resistant varieties, and labeled treatments.
Learn how to identify and control armored scale insects on ornamental plants in South Carolina using cultural practices, horticultural oils, and systemic treatments.
Discover hardy ferns for South Carolina, including care tips, propagation, and best species for shade gardens.
Swamp milkweed is a native pollinator plant that attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Learn how to grow it in South Carolina landscapes.
Gray mold (Botrytis blight) is a common fungal disease that affects many garden plants during cool, damp weather. Learn how to identify symptoms and prevent plant damage.
Boxwoods in South Carolina are vulnerable to fungal diseases, nematodes, and insect pests that cause decline, defoliation, and dieback. Learn how to identify symptoms and implement effective cultural and chemical management strategies.
Learn how to identify and manage common oak diseases and insect pests in South Carolina using proven cultural and chemical strategies.
Learn how to diagnose and control crape myrtle diseases and insect pests using resistant varieties, cultural practices, and labeled treatments.
Growing large shrub and tree junipers (Juniperus spp.) in the Southeast, including care, spacing, pests, and top cultivars for screening and landscape use.
Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease of landscape and garden plants. Learn how to identify symptoms and manage infections effectively.
Learn how to identify common azalea and rhododendron diseases and manage them with proven prevention and treatment strategies for South Carolina.
