Tag: Blogs

This Month in Your Garden- December 2023

Dec 4, 2023 | In the Garden, Uncategorized

Coastal Region- Brad Fowler Unexpected temperature drops in early winter may cause cold damage to plants, but wait to do corrective pruning until the damage can be fully assessed in late winter or...

December 4 Week 1 Garden Photos

Dec 4, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

The Robert Mills House in Historic Columbia was built in 1823 for Anisley and Sarah Hall. It was designed by the first American-trained architect, Robert Mills. Robert Mills House is an example of...

Pumpkin and Apple Health Benefits

Nov 30, 2023 | Tasty Bites

With the fall season upon us, there are many familiar flavors and scents welcomed during the season. Pumpkin is a fall favorite that includes an array of health benefits. Apples are also a fall...

What Is It? Wednesday – Armyworm Egg Mass

Nov 29, 2023 | In the Garden

This is an armyworm egg mass on a tomato leaf, possibly from the beet armyworm (Spodoptera exigua). The beet armyworm is a pest of vegetables across the Southern US. In warm weather, these eggs will...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – November 27, 2023

Nov 28, 2023 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes We finally got some rain to speak of over the holiday. The cooler weather and rain have really put the fall crops into gear. I have not seen or heard of many disease or...

November 27 Week 4 Garden Photos

Nov 27, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Visit the Hampton-Preston House and Garden in Historic Columbia. It was built for Anisley and Sarah Hall in 1818. They lived here until 1823, when the house was sold to Wade Hampton Sr and his wife,...

Spring Bulbs and Garden Inspiration Part II

Nov 27, 2023 | Flowers, In the Garden

Last week, I told you about a garden talk I attended at the Robert Mills Carriage House and Gardens in Columbia, SC. Jim Martin (The Magnolia Plantation and Gardens Director of Horticulture &...

Japanese Sedges

Nov 22, 2023 | In the Garden

Ornamental grasses are known for the foliage and texture they bring to the sunny garden. Grass-like plants called Japanese sedges can replicate that texture in the shade garden. Both Carex...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – November 20, 2023

Nov 21, 2023 | In the Garden

From the SC Grower crew, we hope everyone has a safe and happy Thanksgiving later this week! Be sure to eat lots of fresh SC grown collard greens and sweetpotatoes! Coastal Region Zack Snipes We...

Spring Bulbs and Garden Inspiration Part I

Nov 20, 2023 | In the Garden

Do you ever need inspiration? I find that I do. So, occasionally, I seek opportunities to surround myself with “plant people” while learning about plants and how to use them in ways I had not...

November 20 Week 3 Garden Photos

Nov 20, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Happy Thanksgiving from the Home and Garden Information Staff! Japanese Maples and Pignut Hickory Fall Color Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University Stunning Fall Color Barbara H. Smith,...

A Guide to Staying Healthy this Holiday Season

Nov 16, 2023 | Tasty Bites

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, it is time to consider how we can manage our health during a time of year filled with special food traditions. From Thanksgiving turkey and stuffing to...