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Tomato Leaves Rolling? - Curling or rolling of tomato leaves can be caused by various factors including environmental stresses, viral infection and herbicide damage. To determine which factor is the culprit, it pays to take a close look at the plant(s). Which leaves are rolling – old leaves, new leaves, all leaves? What direction do the leaves roll – upward or downward? Are any other parts of... ( continue)

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South Carolina Grown - Ask for South Carolina. Nothing’s Fresher. Nothing’s Finer. This is the motto for the South Carolina Department of Agriculture’s (SCDA) new Certified South Carolina Grown program. Consumers looking for fresh, wholesome produce enjoy buying foods grown locally rather than those transported long distances and stored ... ( continue)

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Rose Insects & Related Pests - Roses are easily one of the most popular flowering plants grown in South Carolina. Unfortunately, the numerous insects and related pests that attack them can make growing them “interesting ”, if not outright challenging. When trying to control insects and related pests on roses, it is essential that the plants be thoroughly... ( continue)


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