August 12 Week 3 Garden Photos
Enjoy taking a virtual walk around the August garden scenes at Crooked Trail Farm. Colorburst™ Deep Red Cape Fuchsia, (Phygelius 'TNPHYCDR' ) Barbara H. Smith, ©2024 HGIC, Clemson Extension...
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Saltwater Remediation And Storm Damage Repair After A Storm
Fortunately, Hurricane Debby blew through South Carolina, but she left behind standing water, damaged trees, and other landscape issues. After the storm, homeowners can be left with a real mess to...
Mastering Your Meal Prep
Meal prepping is a great way to prioritize time, boost your monthly budget, and accomplish your health goals. However, if you’re not used to it, meal-prepping can be a difficult habit to begin...
Question of the Week – Kiwi
What kind of fruit is this? These little fuzzy fruit are kiwis of the genus Actinidia, and were found growing on a hobby farm on Johns Island, SC. Kiwi hails from the grasslands of China and...
SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – August 5, 2024
We’re forecast to get lots of rain this week from Tropical Storm Debby. This comes as growers are finishing up summer crops and are making preparations for fall crops. See details below. Keep an eye...
Distinguishing the Difference Between Centipedegrass and St. Augustinegrass
Correctly identifying grasses is no easy task, but it is crucial when it comes to maintaining a lawn. Incorrect identification can lead to improper management practices, resulting in a poor quality...
August 5 Week 1 Garden Photos
Caladiums and Elephant Ears add a tropical flair with colorful foliage to a shade garden. They will tolerate some morning sun, but need to be shaded in the hot afternoon. White Queen and Carolyn...
National Oyster Day: A Pearl of a Time for Families!
Did you know that there’s a whole day dedicated to celebrating the mighty oyster? That’s right, National Oyster Day is on August 5th, and it’s the perfect excuse to dive into some...
This Month in Your Garden- August 2024
Coastal Region- Brad Fowler Make sure to scout the lawn regularly for pests. Armyworms and brown patch/large patch are a couple of common issues that can cause major damage if not treated quickly....
Question of the Week – Kudzu Bug
What are these insects on pole butterbeans? The insects pictured are bean plataspids, Megacopta cribraria (F.), commonly known as “kudzu bugs.” They are an invasive plant pest from Asia. First...
Podiatrist Care for Foot Health and Diabetes
Foot care is crucial in managing diabetes and greatly affects our overall health and well-being. Almost 50 percent of people living with diabetes do not have any symptoms of neuropathy in their...
July 29 Week 5 Garden Photos
Beautiful Summer Bulbs “Bulbs need so little and give back so much.” ~Lauren Springer Ogden~ Surprise Lily (Lycoris squamigera) Barbara H. Smith, ©2024 HGIC, Clemson Extension Infusion...