How to Grow and Care for Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus parviflora) in Shade Gardens
Bottlebrush buckeye is a showy native shrub for shade gardens. Discover its care needs, summer blooms, wildlife benefits, and best landscape uses.
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South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – November 10, 2025
Cold weather marks the end of fall crops statewide, while strawberries and greens continue to grow strong. See the latest regional updates.
November Week 2 Garden Photos
In the Upstate of South Carolina, autumn paints the woods in firelight–every ridge and wooded area glowing with a quiet kind of magic. A winding trail along stunning fall foliage on the...
This Month in Your Garden – November 2025
November brings cooler days and key garden tasks—plant bulbs, protect lawns, care for trees, and create habitat for wildlife across South Carolina.
Canning Success: Partnering with Local Produce Experts
Discover how a Columbia canning group teamed up with a local produce manager to source the freshest ingredients, enhance quality, and strengthen community ties.
South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – November 3, 2025
Strawberry planting is complete across South Carolina, and fields look strong heading into winter. Fall vegetables like tomatoes, squash, and greens continue to perform well, with kale, collards, and radishes ready for market. Read regional reports from Clemson Extension agents for crop conditions, pest alerts, and tips for the upcoming season.
November 3 Week 1 Garden Photos
“Fall has always been my favorite season. The time when everything bursts with its last beauty, as if nature had been saving up all year for the grand finale.” ~Unknown~ Golden Leaves of...
Bare Spots Beware: Winter Lawn Rescue
Don’t let winter leave your lawn patchy. Learn how to protect bare spots and prepare your turf for spring with these erosion-fighting tips.
Election Cake: A Slice of American Democracy
Celebrate Election Day with a taste of history! Learn about the origins and modern revival of Election Cake, a yeasted fruit cake rich in tradition and flavor.
How to Make, Feed, and Bake With a Sourdough Starter: Sourdough 101 Guide
Discover the science, process, and health benefits of sourdough bread—from starter care to baking your first loaf.
South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – October 27, 2025
Rain and cooler weather mark the end of the growing season across South Carolina. Strawberry planting is nearly complete, while diamondback moths and two-spot cotton leafhoppers continue to cause concern in some regions. Read this week’s regional updates from Extension agents and find links to the Strawberry Webinar Series, sweetpotato grower survey, and other helpful resources.
October 27 Week 4 Garden Photos
“When summer gathers up her robes of glory, and like a dream of beauty glides away.” ~Sarah Helen Power Whitman~ White Queen Caladium (Caladium 'White Queen') Ginger Long, ©2025 HGIC,...