Tag: Blogs

Apple Pruning

Jan 28, 2021 | In the Garden

Now is the time to tame those apple trees with some dormant pruning. Apple trees have already set buds for the upcoming growing season and are in need of a little haircut for optimum fruit set and...

What is it? Wednesday

Jan 27, 2021 | In the Garden

Milesia virginiensis (Diptera: Syrphidae) Milesia virginiensis does not have an ESA (Entomological Society of America) approved common name. Colloquially, this fly is known as a “yellowjacket...

Weed of the Month – Annual Bluegrass

Jan 26, 2021 | In the Garden

That bright green, grassy weed in your lawn this month could be annual bluegrass. It is a cool-season, annual weed that grows in moist and compacted soils and even in shady locations. It is a...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – January 25, 2021

Jan 25, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Strawberry crops in the area are looking good with good crown development. We are seeing open flowers and some fruit set based on warmer conditions. These...

January Week 4 Garden Photos

Jan 25, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Part 2: Art in the Garden-Add some interest to your landscape.

Time to Inspect Your Pressure Canner

Jan 25, 2021 | Food, Tasty Bites

It is the time of year to start thinking about home food preservation projects for the spring and summer. If you plan to use a pressure canner for safely preserving low acid foods like vegetables or...

Goal-Setting 101

Jan 21, 2021 | Tasty Bites

The month of January is associated with new beginnings and opportunities to become a better version of yourself. A large part of manifesting these improvements involves self-awareness and the...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report January 19, 2021

Jan 21, 2021 | In the Garden

Statewide Dr. Matt Cutulle reports, “Burndown herbicide efficacy can be reduced in colder weather, especially systemic products such as glyphosate (Reduced translocation in the cold means...

January Week 3 Garden Photos

Jan 19, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Part 1: Garden art adds a unique personality to a garden from traditional to quirky designs.

Are Those Old Vegetable Seed Still Good?

Jan 19, 2021 | In the Garden

Many gardeners have a collection of seed packets that contain seeds that didn’t make it into the garden in years past. Before purchasing more seed, check the stock of any seed still on hand from...

The Hyporheic Zone and Streams

Jan 18, 2021 | In the Garden, Water

You may not have heard of the hyporheic zone (HZ) or be able to see it, but it’s an integral part of our freshwater ecosystems and has a lot to do with keeping our streams healthy! The HZ is a...

Is It A Decoration? Is It Food? The Many Uses and Types of Fall and Winter Squash

Jan 14, 2021 | Food, In the Garden

I don’t know about you, but I love a product that can be used in a variety of ways and has staying power, especially in the home and kitchen. I recently discovered fall/winter squash and the...