South Carolina Native Plant Certificate Program: Celebrating 10 Years of Native Plant Education
Celebrating 10 years of the South Carolina Native Plant Certificate Program and its impact on native plant education, conservation, and stewardship.
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South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – February 23, 2026
Cold weather returns across South Carolina as strawberries, blueberries, and peaches develop. Growers monitor pests, protect blooms, and manage wind and disease pressure.
February Week 4 Garden Photos
“Spring is on the way, and the garden begins to speak in color.” Whitewell Purple Crocus (Crocus tommasinianus 'Whitewell Purple') Barbara H. Smith, ©2026 HGIC, Clemson Extension Cast Iron Plant...
Edible Gardens Start Here with Home Horticulture Foundations: Edibles and Orchards
Interested in growing fresh food at home but not sure where to start? Home Horticulture Foundations: Edibles and Orchards is a beginner-friendly Clemson Extension course designed to teach the basics of edible gardening, from vegetables and herbs to small fruits and fruit trees. This six-week online program, paired with an optional hands-on field day, helps South Carolina gardeners build confidence, plan seasonal gardens, and grow food successfully using practical, sustainable methods.
Chocolate Overload: Tips for Storing Various Forms of Chocolate
Too much chocolate? Learn how to store different types of chocolate properly to extend shelf life and maintain flavor and quality.
End-of-Winter Houseplant Care: How to Prepare Indoor Plants for Spring
Learn how to inspect, clean, prune, and prepare houseplants at the end of winter so they’re ready for healthy spring growth.
February 16 Week 3 Garden Photos
Add Flowering Houseplants to Brighten Up a Living Space: A Study in Light and Bloom. Moth Orchid (Phalaenopsis sp.) Barbara H. Smith, ©2026 HGIC, Clemson Extension Silver Squill (Ledebouria...
Valentine’s Day Themed Chocolate Strawberry Bark
Make Valentine’s Day chocolate strawberry bark with just 3 ingredients. This quick, no-bake dessert is ready in 15 minutes and perfect for gifting or sharing.
The Secret Language of Flowers for Valentine’s Day
Discover the symbolic meaning of Valentine’s Day flowers, including roses, carnations, tulips, orchids, and violets, using the traditional language of flowers.
South Carolina Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – February 9, 2026
Strawberry and peach growers across South Carolina are assessing cold damage, removing row covers, and preparing for fertilization as warmer weather returns. This week’s field report includes regional updates on chill hours, disease scouting, fertigation timing, and early-season crop management.
February 9 Week 2 Garden Photos
Wishing all our HGIC friends a Happy Valentine’s Day, beautifully expressed through flowers. Alstroemeria and Yellow Roses Barbara H. Smith, ©2026 HGIC, Clemson Extension Roses, Chrysanthemums,...
Yellow-Rumped Warblers in Winter: How to Identify “Butterbutts”
Meet the yellow-rumped warbler (“butterbutt”)—how to identify it, why it stays in winter, and where you’re most likely to see it.