Brown Patch & Large Patch Diseases of Lawns
Learn how to recognize brown patch symptoms and apply effective lawn care practices.
Category: Landscape
Integrated Pest Management (IPM): A Sustainable Approach to Pest Management
Discover IPM strategies for sustainable pest management using monitoring, cultural, biological, and chemical controls for healthier plants.
How to Tell the Difference Between Moles and Voles
Identify and manage moles and voles with this guide of their behavior and characteristics.
Pyracantha (Firethorn) Care Guide: Growing, Pruning, and Landscape Uses
Explore the unique beauty of Pyracantha and how to incorporate it into your landscape.
How to Identify & Prevent Herbicide Damage in Landscape Plants
Learn how to recognize herbicide injury and protect your plants from exposure.
Sycamore Diseases and Insect Pests in South Carolina
Learn to identify and manage common sycamore diseases and insect pests affecting trees in South Carolina landscapes.
How to Grow Echinacea (Coneflower): Care, Cultivars & Common Problems
Learn why Echinacea is a must-have for creating colorful and pollinator-friendly gardens.
Rose Diseases
Roses are beautiful but vulnerable to several serious diseases in South Carolina. This HGIC factsheet outlines symptoms, prevention, and treatment options for common rose problems including black spot, powdery mildew, rust, stem canker, and viral infections. Get tips on selecting resistant varieties and using the right fungicides to keep your roses healthy all season.
Less Toxic Insecticides for Garden and Landscape Pest Control in South Carolina
Guide to less toxic insecticides in South Carolina, including soaps, oils, microbial controls, botanicals, and safer pest management strategies.
Rose Rosette Disease: Frequently Asked Questions & How to Identify It
Learn how to identify, prevent, and manage rose rosette virus in your garden.
Foamflower
“Foamflower is a low-growing, shade-loving native perennial with delicate spring blooms and colorful year-round foliage. This guide covers planting, care, and cultivar options for your woodland or container garden.”
Galls & Outgrowths
Learn how to recognize abnormal plant growths and determine when to take action.