Tag: Blogs

Cotton Rose Mallow

Oct 25, 2021 | In the Garden

Cotton rose mallow (Hibiscus mutabilis), a member of the Malvaceae family, is one of the latest blooming hibiscuses and a popular plant found in many South Carolina gardens. When in bloom, the 4- to...

SC FRUIT AND VEGETABLE FIELD REPORT OCTOBER 18, 2021

Oct 22, 2021 | In the Garden

Midlands Justin Ballew reports, “We had beautiful sunny weather last week that really helped dry things out. Strawberry transplants are due in this week and growers will start getting them in...

Dependable Daffodils for Heavy Soils In South Carolina

Oct 21, 2021 | In the Garden

Daffodils are one of the most reliable spring bulbs for the Southeast. Not all cultivars, though, survive the summer and come back year after year. The following cultivars have a proven track record...

Pollinator Gardens- Plants with a Purpose

Oct 20, 2021 | In the Garden

I have become increasingly interested in pollinator gardening over the years. And while the beauty the flowers bring to my life should be enough, in reality, I am more entertained by the birds,...

When Plants and Powerlines Collide – Native Shrubs Under Ten Feet

Oct 19, 2021 | In the Garden

Utility companies have the thankless task of maintaining the right-of-way for above-ground utility lines to keep the power on. Gardeners and residents often gasp in horror upon seeing the tree and...

October 18 Week 3 Garden Photos

Oct 18, 2021 | Photo Blog, Photo Worthy Plants

Meet Your Clemson Extension Horticulture Agent Team Cory Tanner, Horticulture Program Team Director, Statewide shannt@clemson.edu Kerrie Roach, ©2021, Clemson University Zack Snipes, Assistant...

Martha Daniell Logan’s 1752 Gardening Calendar

Oct 18, 2021 | In the Garden

How many times have you heard the phrase “Genes don’t lie?” I am an amateur genealogist who has spent years researching my family lines. Imagine my absolute delight in discovering that my 7th...

Tomato Mushroom and Sausage Sauté with Cheese Grits

Oct 15, 2021 | Recipes

Ingredients 2 tbsp canola oil 12 oz package original breakfast sausage links 4 green onions chopped with white and green portions separated 8 oz portabella mushrooms, sliced 1-pint cherry tomatoes,...

Canning Tomatoes Activity

Oct 15, 2021 | Recipes

Adapted from:  So Easy to Preserve, 6th ed., p. 151 Please read Using Boiling Water Canners handout before beginning. Ingredients 1 ¼ pounds of tomatoes per jar ¼ teaspoon citric acid per pint jar ½...

Cranberry-Apple Preserves: Steps for Home Canning

Oct 15, 2021 | Recipes

Ingredients 2 pounds cranberries 3 green apples, cored, peeled, chopped 1 orange, seeded and chopped 3 cups sugar 2 cups water ½ cup honey 1. Wash jars in hot water and rinse. 2. Fill canner half...

Spiced Apple Rings

Oct 15, 2021 | Recipes

Ingredients 12 lbs firm tart apples (maximum diameter 2½ inches) 12 cups sugar 6 cups water 1¼ cups white vinegar (5 percent) 3 tbsp whole cloves ¾ cup red hot cinnamon candies or 8 cinnamon sticks...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report October 11, 2021

Oct 13, 2021 | In the Garden

Coastal Region Rob Last reports, “We are progressing well with preparations for strawberry planting. Some plants are due to be delivered this week. Remember, if fumigants have been used, check to...