Tag: Blogs

Why You Should Aerate Your Lawn

Jun 3, 2021 | In the Garden

Aeration is a cultural practice that does not need to be done often but can provide immense benefits for your lawn. Soil is comprised of minerals, organic matter, and the spaces in between those...

Springs and Seeps are More Important Than You Think

Jun 1, 2021 | In the Garden

Springs and seeps are more than just a nuisance wet spot in the landscape; they’re considered types of wetlands and are an expression of groundwater flowing upward and surfacing on land. Sometimes...

May 31 Week 5 Garden Photos

May 31, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Horticulture Agent Barbara H. Smith’s Favorite Summer Annuals. Bat Face Cuphea (Cuphea llavea)Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University Fan Flower (Scaevola aemula)Barbara H. Smith,...

Tips and Tricks for Growing Lily of the Nile

May 27, 2021 | In the Garden

Lily of the Nile or agapanthus (Agapanthus africanus and hybrids with this species) is a blue-flowered perennial that grows from a rhizome (fleshy root). Each rhizome sends up several shoots....

What is it? Wednesday

May 26, 2021 | In the Garden

Moth fly (Diptera: Psychodidae) Moth flies (order: Diptera) are in the family Psychodidae. Entomologists often refer to insects using a shortened version of the family name. In this instance, I...

Yoga for Every Body

May 25, 2021 | Tasty Bites

Attending weekly yoga classes can help you take charge of your health and happiness. A little goes a long way – 30 minutes of gentle yet effective movement can work wonders for your body....

Japanese Beetles

May 24, 2021 | In the Garden

A lot of attention recently has been on periodical cicadas, which are coming out of the ground after 17 years across parts of the Southeast and much of the Mid-Atlantic region. However, another...

May 24 Week 4 Garden Photos

May 24, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

What’s blooming at the South Carolina Botanical Garden this week. Bigleaf Magnolia (Magnolia macrophylla)Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University Bigleaf Magnolia Close-up (Magnolia...

Weed of the Month – Slender Rush

May 21, 2021 | In the Garden

Slender Rush (Juncus tenuis) Slender rush is a native, perennial plant. It has thin, hollow, dark green leaves. The plant resembles sedges because it also has three leaves near the top of the stem....

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report- May 17, 2021

May 21, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “Everything is progressing nicely in the Lowcountry.  We got some much-needed rain last week.  Temperatures have been cool, so things are somewhat slow from...

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 insectBarbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University Hearts A'bustin Flowers...