Mistletoe
Mistletoe is often found hanging in American homes as a traditional decoration during the holiday season. Once believed to have magical powers, as well as medicinal properties, the custom in which...
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December Week 2 Garden Photos
Visit a Christmas Tree Farm and Create a Family Tradition Frasier firs are grown in North Carolina as they need cooler temperatures to grow. Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension South...
Caring for Your Poinsettia during the Holidays
Nothing says Christmas more than a poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima). Did you know that December 12th is known as National Poinsettia Day? Plant breeders have developed a wide range of colors in...
Holiday Cactus
The holidays are often associated with particular plants such as Poinsettias, Cyclamen, and paperwhites, but my favorite group of plants is the holiday cacti. About 15 years ago, I purchased what I...
Pumpkin Pie Popcorn Mix with Raisins
Spice up your popcorn with this pumpkin pie popcorn mix. It’s delicious any time of year and a great healthy snack for kids and adults of all ages. For more ideas on healthy snacks checkout HGIC...
How to Make a Boxwood Kissing Ball for the Holidays
Did you know that the tradition of making and hanging a kissing ball dates back to the early Middle Ages? During that time, people used apples or potatoes as a base to create a ball-shaped...
December Week 1 Garden Photos
“Autumn, The Year’s Last, Loveliest Smile” ~William Cullen Bryant~ Umbrella Magnolia (Magnolia tripetala) Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Savannah Holly (Ilex x...
Healthy Tip – Holiday Food Safety
Did you know? How to avoid common pitfalls that can turn Holiday Meals into a foodborne illness disaster and how to handle leftovers safely? For more details see, HGIC 3566, Food Safety Pitfalls at...
Pecan Topped Pumpkin Bread
This Pecan Topped Pumpkin Bread is a must for your fall baking and pairs exceptionally well to any Thanksgiving menu! Want to give it an extra burst of sweetness? Then be sure to add those optional...
November Week 4 Garden Photos
The fall colors of the maple trees at the South Carolina Botanical Garden are breathtaking. Come soon for a stroll in the garden before they’re all gone. Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum)...
Healthy Tip – Do You Know How to Cook a Turkey?
Before cooking your turkey, it is highly recommended to make sure it is completely defrosted. You can roast, smoke, or deep-fry your turkey. Below are simple instructions for roasting your Holiday...
Weed of the Month – Common Cats-ear
Common cats-ear (Hypochaeris radicata) is a perennial weed. Its name comes from the dense hairs that cover the leaves. It looks very similar to dandelions, but its leaves are not as deeply notched....