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...
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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.
Kids In The Kitchen
Every great chef and home cook has to start somewhere! Having your child or children participate in kitchen activities and duties can be wonderful fun and an awesome learning experience for them....
Just Say ‘No’ to Pre-Emergent Herbicide and Fertilizer Combination Products!
As winter gives way to spring, gardeners get that familiar itch to get outside and begin preparing for the coming growing season. With so many tasks to do, it is easy for well-intentioned gardeners...
February Week 4 Garden Photos
“Of all the flowers, methinks a rose is best.” ~William Shakespeare~ Barbara H. Smith, ©2020 HGIC, Clemson Extension Barbara H. Smith, ©2020 HGIC, Clemson Extension Barbara H. Smith,...