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Feb 16, 2021 | Tasty Bites
The world you see is seen by you alone. You have your own unique set of thoughts, opinions, beliefs, and values that shape your world and guide you through life. While you may have a good...
Feb 15, 2021 | In the Garden
Muscadines are our native, southern grape. Unlike bunch grapes, muscadines have thick, tart skin. The meat of the fruit is very sweet and flavorful and good for fresh eating (nature’s sweet-tart),...
Feb 15, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
It’s camellia time at the South Carolina Botanical Garden! Delores Edwards Camellia (Camellia x 'Delores Edwards') Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson University Lindsey Neil Camellia...
Feb 10, 2021 | In the Garden
Biscogniauxia, (formerly Hypoxylon), Canker Biscogniauxia, a common genus of fungi found throughout the United States, causes canker, dieback, and death of stressed oaks (Quercus spp.), pecan (Carya...
Feb 9, 2021 | In the Garden, Indoor Plants
Florist cyclamens (Cyclamen persicum) are a wonderful gift to give on Valentine’s Day. The name cyclamen is derived from the Greek word ”Kuklos” (meaning circle) due to the plant’s circular growth...
Feb 8, 2021 | In the Garden
While romantics look to mid-February as a time to impress their favorite Valentine with chocolates and flowers, experienced gardeners know now is time to show their plants love through careful...
Feb 8, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants
“Beauty surrounds us, but usually we need to be walking in a garden to know it.” ~Rumi~
Feb 5, 2021 | In the Garden
Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “Strawberry crops are developing well; however, we are seeing gray mold phomopsis blight in some crops. Sanitation can really help prevent botrytis from...
Feb 4, 2021 | In the Garden
Every spring, all over in South Carolina, we see yards, abandoned lots, natural areas, roadsides, and, in some cases, forests filled with white flowers. These first white flowers of the year are...
Feb 3, 2021 | In the Garden
Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, Sphyrapicus varius, Sapwells Tidy, uniform rows or columns (or both) of holes on a landscape or woodland tree likely indicates the presence of yellow-bellied sapsuckers in...
Feb 1, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Insects and Animals
A winter’s day walk in the South Carolina Botanical Garden. Walk quietly and softly, and you’ll be amazed at what you see.
Feb 1, 2021 | In the Garden
Spring is coming, and with it comes weeds, bugs, and diseases, oh my! Many home gardeners often get frustrated about what to do for various garden pests. Whether it is a weed, insect, or disease,...
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