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January Week 4 Garden Photos
The camellias are in full bloom at the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Camellia japonica 'R.L. Wheeler'Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension Camellia x 'Charmain'Barbara H. Smith, ©2019...
Microplastics: Small Plastics, Big Problem
Most items that are an integral part of our daily routine are made of plastics. Plastic is an incredibly versatile and durable material, which is why it is so popular today. Furniture, containers,...
Q & A of the Week – Fruit Cake Storage
Get tips, recipes, or ideas about q & a of the week – fruit cake storage to elevate your kitchen skills.
January Week 3 Garden Photos
“Study nature. Love nature. Stay close to nature. It will never fail you.” ~Frank Lloyd Wright~ Camellia japonica 'Purple Dawn'Barbara H. Smith, ©2019 HGIC, Clemson Extension There's...
Japanese Camellias
Japanese camellias (Camellia japonica) are one of the most recognized evergreen shrubs planted in Southern gardens. As the common name implies, these beauties are native to the Orient. The first...
Winter Damage
Woody ornamentals can be damaged by cold temperatures due to three main factors: lack of hardiness, early or late-season frosts or unprotected root systems. A lot of the damage that I have...
Growing Luffa
Luffas have magical appeal to kids, so growing luffa can be an exciting family or classroom project for your summer garden. Also known as dishcloth gourds or vegetable sponges, luffa are actually...
December Week 3 Garden Photos
There are many flowering plants to choose from to decorate your home during the holiday season. Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)Barbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension White Phalaneopsis...
Select Trees & Shrubs for Winter Interest
When deciding upon which trees and shrubs to plant in the landscape, I always suggest that gardeners consider plants that offer more than one season of interest. This aspect of consideration is...
Poinsettia Care
Poinsettias are a classic holiday plant used to decorate homes from November to December. When South Carolinian Joel Poinsett, the first U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, introduced the poinsettia to the...
December Week 2 Garden Photos
Holiday wreath ideas for decorating your home. Boxwood wreath with pomegranates and berriesBarbara H. Smith, ©2018 HGIC, Clemson Extension Yarrow, dried oranges, pine cones, water lily seed pods,...