Creating a Native Shade Garden in South Carolina
Shade gardens offer a cool, restful retreat in the Southern landscape. Discover native ferns, wildflowers, and shrubs that bring texture, color, and biodiversity to your garden year-round.
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April 21 Week 3 Garden Photos
“April hath put a spirit of youth in everything.” ~William Shakespeare~ Zephirine Drouhin Rose (Rosa 'Zephirine Drouhin') Barbara H. Smith, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson Extension Carpenter Bee...
The Lady Banks Rose
A vigorous, nearly thornless rose with cheerful spring blooms. Discover tips for growing and caring for Lady Banks Rose in Southern gardens.
SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – April 14, 2025
Spring crops like strawberries, peaches, and blueberries are growing rapidly across South Carolina. This week’s field report includes pest alerts, disease updates, and regional grower insights to help you stay ahead in the field.
Move More, Stress Less
Physical inactivity is on the rise—but even small changes can make a big difference. In honor of the Move More campaign, learn 4 easy ways to add more movement into your daily life. Whether it’s walking, gardening, or turning housework into exercise, these tips will help you feel better, reduce stress, and improve your long-term health.
April 14 Week 2 Garden Photos
“The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature.” ~Alfred Austin~ Athens Sweet Shrub (Calycanthus floridus 'Athens') Barbara H. Smith, ©2025 HGIC, Clemson...
Busy World, Quiet Mind: Prioritizing Mental Well-being in a Fast-Paced World
In today’s busy world, prioritizing mental health is more important than ever. This blog explores the vital connection between mental and physical well-being, offering practical tips—like journaling, meditation, and quick movement breaks—to help you manage stress and feel more balanced every day.
Question of the Week – Pawpaw
What’s a Hoosier banana? It’s the pawpaw—an underrated native fruit with a rich flavor and big appeal. From attracting butterflies to growing in forest understories, this tropical-tasting tree is full of surprises. Learn more about pawpaws, how to grow them, and where to spot them in the wild.
SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – April 7, 2025
Strawberries are in full swing across South Carolina, and peaches and blueberries are coming on strong. With warm weather and rain in the forecast, disease pressure is increasing. Read the latest statewide and regional crop updates, pest alerts, and field observations from Clemson Extension agents in this week’s SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report.
Spring Has Sprung and So Have The (Ground-Nesting) Bees
Wondering why bees are swarming your yard or digging holes in the lawn? You’re likely seeing ground-nesting bees—harmless, solitary pollinators that emerge in early spring. Learn how to identify them, why they’re not damaging your turf, and how to manage nesting naturally while protecting these essential insects.
April 6 Week 1 Garden Photos
“And the Spring arose on the garden fair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere; And each flower and herb on Earth’s dark breast Rose from the dreams of its wintry rest.” ~Percy Bysshe...
This Month in Your Garden – April 2025
Spring has sprung! Discover region-specific gardening tips for South Carolina this April. From lawn care timing and flower bed refreshes to vegetable planting and summer bulbs, this monthly guide from Clemson Extension experts helps you grow smarter across the Coastal, Midlands, and Upstate regions.