Hydrangea Hysteria
Many believe that “hydrangea hysteria” erupted in 2004 with the debut of the reblooming bigleaf hydrangea, ‘Bailmer,’ now known by its trade name of Endless Summer® The Original. Since this mophead...
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Jun 5, 2023 | In the Garden
Many believe that “hydrangea hysteria” erupted in 2004 with the debut of the reblooming bigleaf hydrangea, ‘Bailmer,’ now known by its trade name of Endless Summer® The Original. Since this mophead...
Jun 5, 2023 | Food, Tasty Bites
June is recognized as National Dairy Month, which started in 1937 to promote drinking milk. It is a great way to start the summer with nutrient-rich dairy foods, including milk, yogurt, or cheese....
Jun 5, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Stroll Around the Beautiful South Carolina Botanical Gardens Annabelle Hydrangea (Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle') Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University Smooth Coneflower (Echinacea...
Jun 1, 2023 | Flowers, Fruits & Vegetables, In the Garden, Landscape, Problems
Coastal Region – Brad Fowler Managing fire ants in the landscape can sometimes be difficult, but applying fire ant baits in early June, when ants are foraging, can help keep them under...
May 31, 2023 | In the Garden
This is a cluster of parasitic wasp pupae. The adult wasp would have laid eggs into a caterpillar to provide food for the developing larvae. The larvae develop inside the caterpillar and then exit...
May 29, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
“Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an instrument of grace.” ~May Sarton~ DD...
May 29, 2023 | In the Garden
American burnweed (Erechtites hieraciifolius) is an annual summer weed. It is native to North America and is a member of the aster family. It is a fast-growing weed that can reach heights up to...
May 25, 2023 | In the Garden
Unpopular opinion incoming… I don’t enjoy summer in South Carolina. I prefer cool, crisp fall or spring days or cold winter days to summer’s oppressive heat and humidity. But it’s...
May 24, 2023 | Entomology, In the Garden
These orange-colored things stuck to the bottom of a collard leaf are a cluster of lady beetle eggs. Lady beetles are great insects to have around, especially if you have problems with aphids, their...
May 23, 2023 | In the Garden, Problems, Small Fruits
Coastal Region Zack Snipes We got some much needed rain last week to settle the dust and push crops forward. Growers should be aware of the possibility of increased disease pressure this week with...
May 22, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Part of the Clemson Horticulture Team recently visited the Landsford Canal State Park in Chester County. It was established in 1970 when Duke Power donated 194 acres. The park has now grown to 448...
May 22, 2023 | Flowering, In the Garden, Trees
At the beginning of the week, I noticed our native magnolias flowering profusely. First, the evergreen southern magnolias (Magnolia grandiflora), which line the entrance to the South Carolina...
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