February 05 Week 1 Garden Photos
“As Barbara has injured her ankle and can’t get out to photograph, please enjoy a review of some of her favorite photo blogs. ~ Part 2 ~ ” Winter is the perfect time to learn hot...
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Feb 5, 2024 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
“As Barbara has injured her ankle and can’t get out to photograph, please enjoy a review of some of her favorite photo blogs. ~ Part 2 ~ ” Winter is the perfect time to learn hot...
Feb 5, 2024 | In the Garden
Brighten up a shady area in the garden with the colorful flowers and silvery foliage of lungwort (Pulmonaria spp.). It pairs well with hellebores, hostas, ferns, bleeding hearts, and other shade...
Feb 1, 2024 | In the Garden
Coastal Region – Brad Fowler Many plants can benefit from being pruned in late winter, but it is very important to check specific pruning requirements for each plant. Additionally, use correct...
Jan 31, 2024 | In the Garden
This is a jelly fungus. Jelly fungi are usually found growing on dead or dying branches. Jelly fungi often swell when there is plenty of moisture in the air (pictured) and shrink when the air is...
Jan 29, 2024 | In the Garden
Coastal Region Zack Snipes We had a week of warm weather after a cold snap. I have seen an uptick in black rot in brassicas. Unfortunately, there isn’t anything anyone can do, conventionally or...
Jan 29, 2024 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
“As Barbara has injured her ankle and can’t get out to photograph, please enjoy a review of some of her favorite photo blogs. ~ Part 1 ~ ” A Winter’s Stroll in the Garden...
Jan 23, 2024 | In the Garden
Happy 2024! We’re back and ready for another great year of growing fruit and veggies! We hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year. Don’t forget to look at our resources tab for...
Jan 22, 2024 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Beautiful South Carolina Sunrises, Winter Skies, and Sunsets Stunning Sunset at Crooked Trail Farm Barbara H. Smith, ©2024 HGIC, Clemson Extension Winter Sunrise Barbara H. Smith, ©2024 HGIC,...
Jan 15, 2024 | In the Garden
The cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior) is one tough plant, as its common name implies. It can grow in deep shade, is deer resistant, and can withstand drought. If that wasn’t enough, it can also...
Jan 15, 2024 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Add houseplants to your home to chase away the winter blahs! ~Part 2~ Leslie Crested Bird's Nest Fern (Asplenium antiquum) Barbara H. Smith, ©2024 HGIC, Clemson Extension Bird of paradise...
Jan 11, 2024 | In the Garden
Although Christmas is past, I wanted to focus my blog on this most beautiful and versatile tree: the eastern red cedar (𝘑𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘶𝘴 𝘷𝘪𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘢). The eastern red cedar was the Christmas tree of choice...
Jan 8, 2024 | In the Garden
Coastal Region – Christopher Burtt If you have not done so yet, have your soil tested. Create a plan for the Spring in the garden, listing materials, such as seeds, to purchase now. Begin...
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