Hypertension Management Program (HMP)
January is a time for taking charge of goals and setting new intentions for the coming year. Most have a health-related goal somewhere on their list but struggle to follow through without proper...
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SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report January 4, 2021
Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a great holiday season and is off to a good start in 2021. We have several virtual grower meetings coming up over the next two months, so keep an eye on the...
Garden Apps
If you have a smartphone, then you are aware that the number of apps available is astounding, and indeed, no matter what you search, you’ll likely find that “There’s an app for that!” Thankfully,...
January Week 1 Garden Photos
Here are some more favorite plants of Clemson Extension Horticulture Agents.
December Week 3 Garden Photos
Asking Clemson Extension Horticulture Agents what their favorite plants are is a difficult request!. Here are a few favorites.
Rx for Cold Damaged Plants
As temperatures dip down to freezing and below freezing, plants that are not acclimated will die back to the ground or ultimately die. Most tropical plants do not like drafts and thermometer...
What is it? Wednesday
Bean Leafroller (caterpillar), Urbanus proteus Urbanus proteus is a skipper in the family, Hesperiidae. Adult skippers typically have hooked antennae and quick, skipping flight. Caterpillars of...
Holiday Table Centerpiece
This year, more than ever, holiday traditions are important. One of my favorite traditions is making a centerpiece for my dining room table. Usually, this is a project I share with my grandchildren...
December Week 2 Garden Photos
The Ilex (Holly) genus has about 400+ species of evergreen and deciduous plants. Hollies are a great addition to a pollinator garden for bees and other pollinating insects. Birds love the...
The Key to Winter Weed Control is to Start Early
It never fails that come March and April, the desire for many of our lawns to begin to breaking dormancy is met with the horror that the only things that seem to be green are the weeds that we have...
Creative Ideas for Holiday Decorating
Using freshly cut foliage for holiday decorations has been a family tradition for generations. Instead of using artificial greenery, brighten the holiday season by walking around your garden and...
Swiss Chard
Swiss Chard (Beta vulgaris) is a colorful and easy-to-grow leafy green. It is the same species as beet, but without the swollen root, and shares the same earthy flavor. The ruffled leaves have...