Ground covers are a great help in any yard. Acting as a living mulch, they suppress weeds and create biodiversity, helping your garden stay healthy and happy. Filling in the gaps between bigger shrubs ...
Tackling trumpet vines invading an a/c unit! Follow along as this homeowner cleans up the overgrowth with weed killer and some elbow grease. #motivation #procrastinating ‘Very Sad’: Trump Slams ...
Honeysuckle is a wonderful plant, no doubt about it. It smells lovely, attracts bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies, and best of all, it's low maintenance. However, not every variety belongs in your ...
This week, I'll be untangling vines. The climbing plants have become an almost otherworldly Southern feature. They are seen draped along roadsides in sunny areas, sprawling across wood lines and ...
Vines can add a new dimension to your garden. Many are grown for their vibrant flower colors, and there are several great locally available native vines to consider adding to your landscape. All will ...
Coral honeysuckle is a top pick for attracting hummingbirds thanks to its vivid red tubular blooms that match their feeding style and offer high nectar rewards. Other great options include cigar plant ...
I often think of this time of year as a convergence of anticipation, of well-conceived plans unfolding, and of the seemingly boundless opportunities of a freshly verdant spring garden. Local community ...
Flying flowers is how some define butterflies — and rightfully so. Flashing a rainbow of color, as they hungrily hover around and insert their proboscis into their pollen, butterflies present an ...
Vines can unexpectedly dominate the growing season, particularly when there are no late freezes and a warm, wet spring. If you haven't noticed yet, I encourage you to sharpen your observation skills ...
Many home gardeners are pivoting towards planting native trees, shrubs and flowers in their yards. These plants are low-maintenance by nature; thrive in South Carolina’s warm, humid climate; attract ...