What is it? Wednesday
Acanthocephala femorata (Hemiptera: Coreidae) Acanthocephala femorata (Hemiptera: Coreidae) is a relatively large, dark brown bug. The antennae are dull and uniformly reddish or orangish colored....
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November Week 2 Garden Photos
Sasanqua and camellia hybrids are beautiful fall flowering, evergreen shrubs.
Viburnums Add Seasonal Interest to the Landscape
Springtime color in the residential landscape is never lacking with the multitude of flowers of many species of annuals, perennials, and shrubs. However, autumn colors may be a bit more lacking in...
What is it? Wednesday
Male Southern House Spider, Kukulcania hibernalis Kukulcania hibernalis are readily found throughout the southern United States. The male Kukulcania hibernalis is often mistaken for a brown recluse,...
Mashed Butternut Squash
So Easy and Perfect for Fall. 1 butternut squash 2 tablespoons of butter 2 teaspoons brown sugar Dash of salt Heat oven to 350 °F. Cut butternut squash in half (lengthwise) and scoop out the seeds....
November Week 1 Garden Photos
“Autumn, the year’s last, loveliest smile.” ~William Cullen Bryant~
Competition in the Garden is not Canceled
In a year when many of our favorite sporting events have been postponed or even canceled, the garden marches on! As gardeners, we have our own backyard competitions each year, keeping mental notes...
Scare Away Excess Sugar
It can be hard to reduce sugar in your diet as it is present in many foods, and cravings can be difficult to manage. Consuming too much sugar can increase the risk of obesity, diabetes, high blood...
What is it? Wednesday
Eastern Redbud, Cercis canadensis ‘JN2’, The Rising Sun The Rising Sun™ redbud is an eye-catching specimen tree adaptable to different soil types and moisture levels. This small tree (tops out at...
Broccoli, Apple, Pecan Salad
This broccoli, apple, pecan salad combines many of our favorite Fall foods. Enjoy for a quick and easy fall salad! Broccoli, Apple, Pecan Salad 2 1/2 T sugar 6 T apple cider vinegar 2 T Dijon...
October Week 4 Garden Photos
Come for a fall stroll in the beautiful South Carolina Botanical Gardens and see what’s blooming this week.
Revising Your Recipes for Health …. And How to Make Your Spaghetti Extra Nutritious!
Many of our tried and true recipes and dishes can be ‘modified’ to increase vegetables, fiber, and fruits by making simple adjustments to meals we already eat. Many of us love watching chefs on TV...