How to Grow and Care for Geo Plants (Geogenanthus spp.)
Geo plants (Geogenanthus spp.) are tropical houseplants known for dramatic dark foliage. Learn proper lighting, watering, humidity, and care tips for the indoor plant.
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Preventing Pipe Freezing by Flowing Water in South Carolina Homes
Learn how a small, measured faucet drip can help prevent exposed pipes from freezing during South Carolina cold weather events.
Boxwood Diseases and Insect Pests in South Carolina
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.
How Much to Grow: Planning for Year-Round Garden Productivity
Learn how much to grow for year-round garden productivity using succession planting, fast-maturing crops, and smart space planning strategies.
Creating and Planning an Outdoor Canning Station
Planning an outdoor canning station? Learn how weather, power sources, and equipment choices affect safe food preservation.
Mindful Eating for a Healthier Holiday
Learn mindful eating strategies to enjoy holiday foods, manage portions, reduce extra calories, and maintain a healthy lifestyle during the holiday season.
Camellia Diseases and Insect Pests in South Carolina
Learn to identify and manage camellia diseases and insect pests in South Carolina, including dieback, root rot, leaf gall, and scale insects.
Oak Diseases and Insect Pests in South Carolina
Learn how to identify and manage common oak diseases and insect pests in South Carolina using proven cultural and chemical strategies.
Crape Myrtle Diseases & Insect Pests in South Carolina
Learn how to diagnose and control crape myrtle diseases and insect pests using resistant varieties, cultural practices, and labeled treatments.
Growing and Using Juniper (Juniperus spp.): Large Shrubs and Trees
Growing large shrub and tree junipers (Juniperus spp.) in the Southeast, including care, spacing, pests, and top cultivars for screening and landscape use.
Spongy Moth (Lymantria dispar)
Learn how to identify the spongy moth, understand its life cycle and damage, and find out how to prevent its spread and report sightings in South Carolina.
Powdery Mildew on Landscape and Garden Plants
Powdery mildew is a common fungal disease of landscape and garden plants. Learn how to identify symptoms and manage infections effectively.