Tag: Blogs

Discover how the fraternal potter wasp builds tiny clay nests, protects its young, and naturally controls caterpillars, making it a beneficial garden insect.

South Carolina growers should remain on alert for the invasive two-spot cotton leafhopper as neighboring states report new detections. This week’s field update covers regional crop conditions, weather impacts, irrigation, disease pressure, and harvest outlooks for watermelon, okra, blueberries, figs, muscadines, and apples.

Rain brought relief across South Carolina but increased disease pressure. Get the latest crop conditions, pest updates, and harvest reports from around the state.

July brings heat, drought, and peak growing season across South Carolina. Discover region-specific gardening advice from Clemson Extension experts on watering lawns and landscapes, harvesting herbs, caring for vegetables and fruit, managing summer pests, and preparing for fall planting in the Coastal, Midlands, and Upstate regions.

South Carolina growers continue to battle extreme heat, drought, and increasing insect pressure as July begins. This week’s field report covers crop conditions across the Lowcountry, Midlands, and Upstate, including disease updates, pest activity, watermelon management, and reminders about disaster relief applications and the upcoming Watermelon Field Day.

Gardening offers benefits beyond fresh flowers and homegrown vegetables. Discover how caring for plants can reduce stress, create a sense of purpose, and contribute to a healthier living environment, along with Clemson Extension resources to help you start gardening at home.

Discover how to grow hardy hibiscus with spectacular midsummer blooms, plus care tips, pest management, and wildlife benefits.