SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – September 11, 2023
Midlands Region Rob Last Some welcome rainfall we had over the weekend will help to keep soil moisture reserves available for crops. Looking at the forecast, we are looking at some reduced...
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Sep 12, 2023 | In the Garden
Midlands Region Rob Last Some welcome rainfall we had over the weekend will help to keep soil moisture reserves available for crops. Looking at the forecast, we are looking at some reduced...
Sep 11, 2023 | Tasty Bites
The official hurricane season begins June 1st and lasts through November 30th. According to a comprehensive summary by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, South Carolina has an 80 %...
Sep 11, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Insects and Animals
Creepy, Crawly, Cool: Insects and Arachnids American Lady Butterfly (Vanessa virginiensis) Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University Yellow Garden Spider (Argiope aurantia) with prey Vicky...
Sep 11, 2023 | In the Garden
If you’ve been noticing masses of showy white flowers rambling over vegetation along the roadsides, it might be Sweet Autumn Clematis (Clematis terniflora). Also known as Sweet Autumn Virginsbower,...
Sep 7, 2023 | In the Garden
As the weather cools, consider planting snapdragons, Antirrhinum majus, for fall color. They can be paired with pansies, violas, and ornamental cabbage or kale. While they don’t bloom during the...
Sep 6, 2023 | In the Garden
The galling on these okra roots was caused by root-knot nematodes (RKN). We see nematodes build up in the soil when susceptible crops are planted in the same fields or beds year after year. Crop...
Sep 5, 2023 | In the Garden
Midlands Region Rob Last After the storms in the Midlands, crops are looking good with minimal damage. The Lowcountry is still very wet. Following the rain, diseases will be increasing both...
Sep 5, 2023 | Tasty Bites
A medida que la temporada de verano llega a su fin, es hora de prepararse para una nueva fase de la vida: Regresar al trabajo o la escuela. Con horarios ocupados y la necesidad de mantener un estilo...
Sep 5, 2023 | Tasty Bites
As the summer season comes to a close, it’s time to gear up for a new phase of life – heading back to work or school. With busy schedules and the need to maintain a balanced lifestyle, meal...
Sep 4, 2023 | In the Garden
Coastal Region – Christopher Burtt Continue mowing the turf at a normal height until the nighttime temperatures begin to cool. Once it begins to cool, raise the mower height to allow more...
Sep 4, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Come for a visit to the South Carolina Botanical Gardens to see what’s in bloom! Firecracker Plant (Justicia spicigera) Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University Swamp Rose Mallow...
Aug 31, 2023 | In the Garden
Growth is vital for healthy people and plants alike. Writing blogs helps me grow as a writer. Some days, the words pour out onto the page in just the right order. On other days, they come in fits...
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