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COVID-19 has taken the world by surprise, and many people around the world have had to slow or shut things down in recent times. While many folks are working from home, one group of people who...
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Fertilization of Peach Trees
When fertilizing peach trees in a backyard setting, consider tree age and growth rate, soil/tissue analysis, as well as location. Since peach trees do not produce fruit during the first two years...
Homemade Baby Food
Moms and dads are busy people, and some may wonder if it is worth the time it takes to make homemade baby food over the convenience of buying store-bought baby food. There are considerations to make...
Virginia Bluebells
Are you looking for an early-season, shade-loving perennial that has blue flowers and is also a native perennial wildflower? Then Virginia bluebells (Mertensia virginica) are an excellent choice to...
Tips for Fertilizing Pecan Trees
There are two approaches to fertilization. First, have the soil analyzed by a reputable lab and follow the scientifically based recommendations. The second often referred to as “a general...
Preparing for Canning Season
Learn practical advice and creative uses for preparing for canning season.
March Week 2 Garden Photos
“Spring in Nature’s way of saying Let’s Party” ~Robin Williams~ Pink Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis) Barbara H. Smith, ©2020 HGIC, Clemson Extension Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) Dandelions...
Rain Gardening Ideas
Recently, an impressive amount of rain has fallen in South Carolina. With excess rainfall, also comes an increased potential for stormwater runoff. A landscape feature that can help mediate...
Healthy Tip of the Week – Herbs
Learn practical advice and creative uses for healthy tip of the week herbs.
Pruning Hydrangeas
Many people get confused about when to prune hydrangeas. It is essential to know which species or cultivar you have to determine when to prune. Bigleaf hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla) set flower...
March Week 1 Garden Photos
“Daffodils are bouquets of sunshine” ~Paul M. Smith~ Daffodils (Narcissus species) and Armand Clematis (Clematis armandii) (1) Barbara H. Smith, ©2020 HGIC, Clemson Extension Narcissus 'Salome'...
National Nutrition Month
Explore how national nutrition month can inspire your meals and healthy habits.