October Week 2 Plants

Notice the size of the tree and the height of the ferns in relation to the person. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Dedicated to Mrs. Johnson on August 27, 1969 in recognition of her devoted service to the cause of preserving and enhancing America's natural beauty for the enjoyment of all people. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Have you ever head the old expression "I'm your huckleberry?" Huckleberries are used in pies, jams, and jellies. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Photos don't do justice to the size of these majestic beauties. There were once over 2 million acres of redwood forests. Only about 118,000 acres have been protected in national and state parks in California. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

This is one of the largest redwoods, known as the "Big Tree." It's 286 feet tall with a circumference of 74.5 feet. It's estimated age is over 1500 years. A larger redwood was recently found. It's in a secret location for protection. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

A fallen redwood tree will sprout new saplings, along with providing a place for ferns and huckleberries to take root. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

The original tree was cut many years ago, but saplings grew from the base to mature to large trees. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Another example of how a fallen redwood provides a place for other plants to take root and flourish. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

The only way to really get a bird's eye view of the height of these amazing trees is to lie on your back to take a photo. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Lichens are abundant in the redwood forests. They are a sign of excellent air quality and a barometer for the health of the forest.

Fern Canyon is located in the Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park. This narrow canyon is over a mile long and completely covered in about 10 different species of ferns. Steven Spielberg chose this location to film scenes from his movie, Jurassic Park 2. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Pampas grass, native to South America, has become an invasive nightmare on the California coast. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Quaking grass, a native grass, grows abundantly on the California beaches. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

The power of the Pacific Ocean is astounding. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

The coastal fogs and craggy cliffs make it possible to grow beautiful heather. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Nasturtiums growing up a fence. This definitely isn't possible in South Carolina. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Fuchsia grows well in California, but not here in our hot, humid South. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

This is where you need smell-a-vision. The trees were lining both sides of the highway. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Notice the windmills for power. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

Crater Lake is the only National Park in Oregon. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

As in the redwoods, lichens at Crater Lake are a sign of excellent air quality. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension

The lake was hazy due to a massive forest fire nearby in the Rogue River National Forest. Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension