Tag: Blogs
HARDY HIBISCUS (Hibiscus moscheutos): How to Grow and Care for Hardy Hibiscus
Jul 2, 2026 | In the Garden
Discover how to grow hardy hibiscus with spectacular midsummer blooms, plus care tips, pest management, and wildlife benefits.
South Carolina Field Update (June 29, 2026): Heat For the 4th
Jun 30, 2026 | In the Garden
South Carolina growers are harvesting abundant watermelon, peaches, berries, and summer vegetables as temperatures approach 100°F. This week’s field update covers heat safety, insect and disease pressure, regional crop conditions, and upcoming watermelon field day information.
The Power of Mass Planting in Landscape Design
Jun 29, 2026 | In the Garden
Discover the benefits of planting en masse and learn simple strategies to create a cohesive, low-maintenance landscape.
June 29 Week 5 Garden Photos
Jun 29, 2026 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Creek Critters: Dragonflies
Jun 25, 2026 | In the Garden
Discover how dragonflies live as aquatic nymphs and help indicate the health of South Carolina waterways.
South Carolina Field Update (June 22, 2026): Watermelon Season Is Here
Jun 23, 2026 | In the Garden
South Carolina watermelon harvest is underway. Growers are managing increased disease pressure, insect pests, sunscald, and vascular wilt issues statewide.
June 22 Week 4 Garden Photos
Jun 22, 2026 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Beat the Heat: Summer Garden Survival Tips for South Carolina Gardeners
Jun 18, 2026 | In the Garden
Keep your South Carolina garden thriving through summer with smart watering, mulching, fertilizing, and heat-tolerant plant choices.
South Carolina Field Update (June 15, 2026): “Freestone” Peaches Are Coming In
Jun 16, 2026 | In the Garden
Freestone peaches are now being harvested across South Carolina as disease and insect pressure continue to increase. This week’s field update covers anthracnose, gummy stem blight, cucurbit downy mildew, caterpillar outbreaks in greens, blackberry stink bug damage, and current harvest conditions across the state.
June 15 Week 3 Garden Photos
Jun 15, 2026 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
HUMMINGBIRD FAVORITE: CORAL BEAN
Jun 15, 2026 | In the Garden
Coral bean is a native flowering shrub with bright red blooms that attract hummingbirds. Learn how to grow and care for this pollinator favorite.
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