Tag: Blogs

Got Leaves?

Oct 23, 2023 | In the Garden

In the fall, I saddle up my white steed, which happens to be a 2007 hatchback, toss in several plastic trash bags and a short-handled rake, and become the Leaf Ranger. I drive through subdivisions...

Pink Turtlehead

Oct 19, 2023 | In the Garden

Pink Turtlehead (Chelone lyonii) is a native fall-blooming perennial that grows best in organically rich soil in the sun to part shade. In its natural habitat, pink turtlehead is found in wet wooded...

What Is It? Wednesday- Fasciation

Oct 18, 2023 | In the Garden

This squash is showing abnormal growth, known as fasciation. Fasciation is the abnormal development of a meristem or growing point. The cause of this condition is not well understood but is most...

October 16 Week 3 Garden Photos

Oct 16, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“A garden is a delight to the eye and a solace for the soul.” ~Sadi~ Purple Pillar® Rose Of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus 'Gandini Santiago' ) Ginger Long, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University...

Glorious Goldenrod

Oct 16, 2023 | In the Garden

I love this time of year when the roadsides and gardens become full of gold. Goldenrod is everywhere! It brightens the landscape and lifts my mood. Goldenrod comes in all different shapes, sizes,...

Celebrando el mes de la Herencia Hispana con tradiciones saludables

Oct 12, 2023 | Tasty Bites

El mes de la Herencia Hispana es una celebración de la rica y diversa cultura e historia de los países y comunidades hispanos y latinos. Se extiende del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre, y tiene un...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Healthy Traditions

Oct 12, 2023 | Tasty Bites

Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration of the rich and diverse culture and history of the Hispanic and Latino countries and communities. It runs from September 15th to October 15th and holds a...

The Beech Blight Aphid Nymphs

Oct 12, 2023 | In the Garden

The white, cottony masses covering the small branches on this American beech tree, Fagus grandifolia, are beech blight aphid nymphs. The nymph’s abdomen is covered with a white, cottony mass of waxy...

What Is It? Wednesday – Whitefly Damage

Oct 11, 2023 | In the Garden

The light-colored discoloration on these zucchini plant leaves is known as Squash Silverleaf Disorder (SSL) and is the result of immature whiteflies feeding on the squash leaves. SSL reduces the...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report- October 9, 2023

Oct 10, 2023 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes A bit chilly this morning, with the temperature at 50 °F. The dry weather in October has really prevented the spread of black rot in brassicas. I am seeing a good bit of...

Blue Mistflower

Oct 9, 2023 | In the Garden

Every fall, I look forward to the flowers of Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum) blooming next to the creek that runs through my neighborhood. The blue flowers resemble the annual flower,...

October 9 Week 2 Garden Photos

Oct 9, 2023 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Choose Plant Material That Adds Textural Interest and Foliage Color to Your Landscape ~Part 2 Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) Barbara H. Smith, ©2023 HGIC, Clemson University Woodsman Deciduous...