Scattered rain fell over the weekend. Peppers and okra are coming as the watermelon harvest finishes up. Disease and insect pressure remains high, and planning for strawberry planting is beginning....
“Then followed that beautiful season…Summer…Filled was the air with a dreamy and magical light.” ~Henry Wadsworth Longfellow~ Rattlesnake Master (Eryngium yuccifolium)...
What caused the stippling on this eggplant leaf? This damage was caused by two-spotted spider mites (Tetranychus urica). While spider mites are often included in discussions of insect management,...
A few areas received rain over the last week, contributing to increases in disease and fruit split. Sunscald and blossom end rot are becoming common, and insect pressure remains high. See details...
“Everything that slows us down and forces patience, everything that sets us back into the slow circles of nature, is a help. Gardening is an instrument of grace.” ~May Sarton~ American...
It’s summertime! And while this means long, warm, and sunny days, it can also mean more sun exposure for our skin. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, the most common cancer in the United...
World Kabob Day is a culinary celebration that unites food enthusiasts around the globe. It’s a day dedicated to the rich, diverse flavors of kabobs, a dish that transcends cultures and brings...
What is going on with this Roma tomato? The tie-dye appearance of this tomato is due to it being infected by tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV). TSWV is an important virus of tomato, pepper, eggplant,...
Scattered rain this past weekend brought some much needed relief to parts of the state. Insect pressure remains high in some places, and disease pressure is climbing. Harvest of several summer crops...
Every spring, I visit local garden centers, searching for colorful flowers that attract hummingbirds. I like to combine these flowers in containers and place them where I can watch hummingbirds...
“Flowers are restful to look at. They have neither emotions nor conflicts.” ~Sigmund Freud~ Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) Barbara H. Smith, ©2024 HGIC, Clemson Extension Pink Garden...
National Hand Roll Day, which is celebrated on July 6th of this year, is a culinary adventure that invites you to dive deep into the vibrant world of Japanese sushi hand rolls. With their striking...
