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Red Mites (Balaustium spp.) Several species of mites have population outbreaks after a change in seasons (particularly spring and fall). One of the tiny, fast-moving red mites commonly encountered...
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Apr 28, 2021 | In the Garden
Red Mites (Balaustium spp.) Several species of mites have population outbreaks after a change in seasons (particularly spring and fall). One of the tiny, fast-moving red mites commonly encountered...
Apr 27, 2021 | Entomology, In the Garden
After 17 long years, billions of cicadas are ready to emerge from the ground, and we’re going to hear about it! Cicadas are harmless insects with big, bulging eyes and see-through wings held like a...
Apr 26, 2021 | In the Garden
Sweet potatoes, any way you serve them, are yummy and very nutritious. They are one thing that you can plant in the garden from April until the first of July, so you still have time to get them in...
Apr 26, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Come for a stroll in the beautiful South Carolina Botanical Garden. Pinxter Azalea (Rhododendron pericymenoides) Bumble Bee Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University Two Winged Silverbell...
Apr 23, 2021 | In the Garden
Coastal Zack Snipes reports, “We had some nice weather last week. The tomato crop is looking great, as are most of our cucurbits and greens. I am seeing increased caterpillar pressure across...
Apr 22, 2021 | In the Garden
Yellow Woodsorrel (Oxalis stricta) Yellow woodsorrel, also commonly called oxalis, is a perennial weed that grows throughout the year. It is often confused with clover; both have trifoliate leaves....
Apr 20, 2021 | In the Garden
Blueberries are one of the easiest fruits to grow in the backyard garden. Provided the proper soil conditions and care, a blueberry planting can be very productive and long-lived. One of the biggest...
Apr 19, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
Native spring wildflowers are blooming throughout South Carolina. Bashful Wakerobin (Trillium catesbaei) Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University Yellow False Indigo (Baptisia sphaerocarpa)...
Apr 19, 2021 | In the Garden
Azalea lace bugs are rather small insects, but their feeding habits leave telltale signs on the foliage. The leaves will have a whitish cast to them. Close examination will reveal very fine specks...
Apr 16, 2021 | In the Garden
Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Crops are generally doing well in the area, with strawberries coming off with good volumes. On the whole, row covers, or icing protected 97% of the...
Apr 14, 2021 | In the Garden
Sculptured Pine Borer, Chalcophora virginiensis Sculptured pine borer is the largest metallic wood-boring beetle in the eastern United States; adult beetles can measure up to 1.25 inches long!...
Apr 12, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
“Spring work is going on with joyful enthusiasm.” ~ John Muir ~ Two-winged Silverbell (Halesia diptera) Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University San Carlos Festival Salvia...
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