Tag: Blogs

Conserve Water in Your Landscape with Proper Plant Selection and Placement

May 18, 2021 | In the Garden

Water is like gasoline: you don’t miss it until it’s gone. Benjamin Franklin succinctly stated it this way: “When the well is dry, we know the worth of water.” So, while you may not be contemplating...

May 17 Week 3 Garden Photos

May 17, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“May Flowers Always Line Your Path and Sunshine Light Your Day.” ~Irish Blessing~ Mockingbird with insect Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University Hearts A'bustin Flowers...

‘Mystic Spires Blue’ Salvia

May 17, 2021 | In the Garden

If sibling rivalry were found among plants, it probably would be among the salvias in the large mint family (the Lamiaceae). In my opinion, ‘Mystic Spires’ wins the competition, hands down. Four...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report May 10, 2021

May 13, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Following some hail events last week, we find some shredded leaves in cucurbits and some small fruit crops. Strawberries continue to develop well, with...

National Strawberry Month

May 13, 2021 | Tasty Bites

Bright and tasty is what the month of May represents. Sunny skies bring in National Strawberry Month. A time of year where this sweet red fruit is in season and is used within many recipes from...

American Wisteria

May 11, 2021 | In the Garden

Whenever I encounter an introverted gardener, I engage them in conversation with this question: What wisteria do you recommend for my backyard? Expect to hear either one of these perspectives. On...

May 10 Week 2 Garden Photos

May 10, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Clematis is known as one of the best perennial vines for your garden. They like cool roots and sunny tops. Clematis 'Jackmanii' Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University Texas Scarlet...

How Much Should I Irrigate my Peach Trees?

May 10, 2021 | Fruits & Vegetables, In the Garden, Tree Fruits

Peaches are among the most popular fruit trees for backyard gardeners, especially in the southeastern U.S. And, now that the summer is upon us, a common question from backyard gardeners is: when and...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – May, 3, 2021

May 7, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Botrytis (gray mold) is evident in places following rainfall. Sanitation and removal of the infected berries are critical to reducing inoculum...

Bagworms

May 6, 2021 | In the Garden

Bagworms are the larva of a small, hairy, black male moth and a wingless gray female. Bagworms will hatch from eggs in late April or early May to begin several months of ravenous feeding. Their...

What is it Wednesday?

May 5, 2021 | In the Garden

Fasciation Fasciation (also called “cresting”) is a relatively rare plant growth condition that produces flattened, ribbon-like, crested, or contorted tissue in the stem, root, fruit, or...

Wild or False Indigo

May 4, 2021 | In the Garden

Wild or false indigo (Baptisia species) is the perfect Mother’s Day gift, whether your Mom is a newbie, seasoned green-thumber, or someone who simply enjoys flowers that come back year after year...