Tag: Blogs

Why Is My Lawn Brown But My Neighbor’s Is Green?

Dec 19, 2019 | In the Garden

South Carolina is a very special place. From the coast to the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, South Carolina has a diversity of climates and landscapes. The diversity of climates allows for...

Orange Gingerbread Loaf with Molasses Brown Sugar Frosting

Dec 16, 2019 | Food, Tasty Bites

Learn practical advice and creative uses for orange gingerbread loaf with molasses brown sugar frosting.

December Week 3 Garden Photos

Dec 16, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

The Clemson Cooperative Extension Horticulture Team recently attended a professional development meeting at the Bartlett Tree Research Laboratory. Hornbeam Pleached Archway (Carpinus betulus...

Mistletoe

Dec 12, 2019 | In the Garden, Landscape

Mistletoe is often found hanging in American homes as a traditional decoration during the holiday season. Once believed to have magical powers, as well as medicinal properties, the custom in which...

December Week 2 Garden Photos

Dec 9, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Visit a Christmas Tree Farm and Create a Family Tradition Frasier firs are grown in North Carolina as they need cooler temperatures to grow. Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension South...

Caring for Your Poinsettia during the Holidays

Dec 9, 2019 | Holiday, In the Garden, Indoor Plants

Nothing says Christmas more than a poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima). Did you know that December 12th is known as National Poinsettia Day? Plant breeders have developed a wide range of colors in...

Pumpkin Pie Popcorn Mix with Raisins

Dec 5, 2019 | Tasty Bites

Get tips, recipes, or ideas about pumpkin pie popcorn mix with raisins to elevate your kitchen skills.

How to Make a Boxwood Kissing Ball for the Holidays

Dec 2, 2019 | Holiday, In the Garden

Did you know that the tradition of making and hanging a kissing ball dates back to the early Middle Ages? During that time, people used apples or potatoes as a base to create a ball-shaped...

December Week 1 Garden Photos

Dec 2, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“Autumn, The Year’s Last, Loveliest Smile” ~William Cullen Bryant~ Umbrella Magnolia (Magnolia tripetala) Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Savannah Holly (Ilex x...

Healthy Tip – Holiday Food Safety

Nov 28, 2019 | Tasty Bites

Explore how healthy tip holiday food safety can inspire your meals and healthy habits.

Pecan Topped Pumpkin Bread

Nov 25, 2019 | Food, Holiday, Tasty Bites

Discover helpful insights on pecan topped pumpkin bread for cooking, preserving, or celebrating.

November Week 4 Garden Photos

Nov 25, 2019 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

The fall colors of the maple trees at the South Carolina Botanical Garden are breathtaking. Come soon for a stroll in the garden before they’re all gone. Japanese Maples (Acer palmatum)...