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This Month in Your Garden- July 2025

Coastal Region- Glen Payne Indoor Plant Care Indoor plants may need to be repotted if roots are growing over the sides of their container. Repot in containers 2-4” larger in diameter than the...

South Carolina Fruit & Vegetable Field Report- June 23, 2025

This week’s SC Fruit & Vegetable Field Report highlights rising pest pressure from pickleworm, sunscald concerns in melons, and widespread disease across cucurbits, tomatoes, and peaches. Discover region-specific updates from agents across the state, plus timely recommendations for insect and disease control, scouting tips, and postharvest handling. Don’t miss out—protect your yield and stay ahead of seasonal challenges.

Rain Gardens as Wildlife Habitat

An increase in development and urban sprawl has created a need to develop more wildlife-friendly landscapes. All wildlife need food, shelter (cover), water, and space to survive. A rain garden can...

Grower Spotlight – J. Mac Produce

This month’s Grower Spotlight takes Extension agent Phillip Carnley to J. Mac Produce in Gable, South Carolina. Owner Johnny McNair showcases his signature butter bean operation—‘Jackson Wonder’, ‘Thorogreen’, and more—alongside peas, sweet corn, and okra, plus a behind-the-scenes look at the farm’s shelling and packing line.

Read the Label and Follow the Instructions

Using pesticides without reading the label can waste time, harm plants, and pose safety risks. This blog explains how to correctly identify pest problems, apply products safely, and follow label instructions to protect your garden, yourself, and the environment.

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