Tag: Blogs

Rutabagas And Turnips: What’s The Difference?

Nov 23, 2021 | In the Garden

Fall is the time for root vegetables like turnips and rutabagas. My grandfather (Pop) loved both, especially rutabagas, and my grandmother (Nan) prepared them specifically for him. At the time, I...

Apple and Pear Waldorf Salad

Nov 22, 2021 | Recipes

Ingredients 1 tbsp light mayonnaise 2 tbsp reduced-fat sour cream 1 tsp fresh lemon juice ¼ tsp cinnamon 1 cup (¾-inch) coarsely chopped Bartlett pear (about 1 pear) 1 cup medium apple, chopped...

November 22 Week 4 Garden Photos

Nov 22, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“As long as autumn lasts, I shall not have hands, canvas and colors enough to paint the beautiful things I see.” ~Vincent van Gogh~ American Beech, Hickory, and White Oak Barbara H....

So, You Took a Soil Sample, Now What?

Nov 22, 2021 | In the Garden

Fall is one of the best times to get your soil sampled. Gardening tasks this time of year tend to be less burdensome, and with cooler weather, roaming about the yard or garden collecting dirt is...

Bite Sized Pumpkin or Sweet Potato Pies

Nov 19, 2021 | Recipes

Ingredients 2 packages frozen phyllo dough tartlet shells 1 small package instant vanilla pudding 1 cup milk ½ cup canned pumpkin or sweet potatoes (pureed) 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (½ tsp cinnamon,...

Add Ranunculus to Your Fall Planting To-do List

Nov 18, 2021 | In the Garden

Ranunculus (Ranunculus species) is an often-overlooked fall-planted and spring-flowering bulb that has recently become one of my favorite spring flowers to grow. It’s an attractive addition to...

How to Brine a Turkey: Wet and Dry Brining

Nov 18, 2021 | Food, Tasty Bites

It is time to think about how you are going to prepare your Thanksgiving turkey. How do you prepare yours? Have you ever tried brining to add flavor and moisture? Brining meat is the process of...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report November 15, 2021

Nov 17, 2021 | In the Garden

We are currently evaluating the SC Grower site to determine any necessary updates or upgrades to better serve our viewers. To help with this, we would love to have your feedback. This quick...

Getting to the Root of Plant Problems

Nov 16, 2021 | In the Garden, Uncategorized

When plant problems occur in the landscape, gardeners often blame insects or diseases. While some plants are more susceptible to pest problems than others, many issues arise when plants are planted...

November 15 Week 3 Garden Photos

Nov 15, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

“Everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn.” ~Elizabeth Lawrence~ Southern Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum subsp. floridanum) Barbara H. Smith, ©2021 HGIC, Clemson...

Foraging for Winter Decorations

Nov 15, 2021 | Holiday, In the Garden

Fresh foraged material adds a special touch to any entry, table-scape, or staircase during the holidays. Greenery Backyard greenery like boxwood, holly, juniper, cypress, magnolia, nandina,...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report – November 8, 2021

Nov 11, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Zack Snipes reports, “It feels like winter showed up this past week with cold, windy, gloomy days. Most, if not all of our strawberries have been planted. With the cool weather...