The climate of South Carolina is subtropical, which means it is humid. As a result, South Carolina summers are long and hot, while their winters are short, cold, and wet. Most of the state of South Carolina is in US Hardiness zone 8, with some sections in 8a and others in the slightly warmer 8b. …
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There are various choices when talking about planting trees in Georgia. From huge pine plantations and apple orchards to home landscapes and city parks, a tree can be found for every purpose and place. Concentrating on trees for residential areas, choices range from majestic oaks and hickories to ornamental cherries and pink dogwoods. The Best …
Offering the right foods is unrivaled for attracting deer. However, it is confusing to know the ideal plants and best planting times, as these very much depend on location and the intentions behind attracting the deer. The Best Things to Plant for Deer To attract deer and keep them on my properties for as …
The dominant plant in any landscape is the tree. Every property owner should make it their priority to plant trees. Trees are excellent at helping a neighborhood maintain higher-than-average property values. But, if you’re in Northern Texas, what trees are best to plant in that area? The Best Trees to Plant in North Texas …
I love fresh fruit. I could eat it all day! As a gardener I have always loved the process of planting, fertilizing, watering, and even waiting for that first delicious piece of fruit to appear and watching it grow until it is perfect for picking! Why Do Plants Produce Fruit? Plants produce fruit to …
My homegrown blueberry plants are the absolute best. I’ve experimented with many varieties of blueberries. You see, I wanted the best in my garden, not just because they are such pretty plants but also because I compete in my local best blueberry pie contest every summer and I had my eye on the prize. …
When it comes to gardening, hard water may work for some plants. When planting, whether it is a vegetable garden or landscaping around your home, your garden may not flourish if you use hard water. Hard water leaves behind magnesium and calcium carbonate. Switching to soft water for some species of plants promotes healthy growth. …
I love sunflowers. I mean, who doesn’t? They are friendly flowers, and it is quite beautiful to watch them turning their yellow heads to follow the sun. While not all plants can follow the sun quite as a sunflower does, most do grow towards the sun or towards the light. I always wondered why this …
For success, plants need to be planted at the right time. Knowing your US hardiness zone can aid your endeavors in your garden. Garlic is a hardy perennial that can withstand the cold winters of Zone 6 and has two general categories and many varieties. Whichever variety you choose to grow, planting garlic bulbs in …
Utah is a beautiful state that provides mountainous vistas in the northern part of the state that flows down into a striking desert in the South according to Britannica. Because of the unique climates in differing regions of the state, it is important to catch the best time to plant trees in Utah. While there …