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Fringetree flowers
Featured Publication – Gardening
Fringetree – Fringetrees (Chionanthus spp.) are outstanding, small, deciduous ornamental trees. Two species are available, the native white fringetree (Chionanthus virginicus) and the Chinese fringetree (Chionanthus retusus.) The botanical name translates ... ( continue)
Lawn
Seasonal Gardening Tips
Measuring the Lawn – Homeowners must know the size of their lawn to properly care for it. Fertilizer, lime and pesticide applications are based on the size of the lawn. Another benefit to knowing the size of the lawn ... ( continue)
Bottled Water
Food Safety & Nutrition News
Know the Facts About Bottled Water – Water is the perfect beverage. It is calorie-free, sugar-free, fat-free, cholesterol-free and sodium-free or ... ( continue)
So Easy to Preserve
Featured Publication – Food & Nutrition
Finding Reliable Recipes for Safe Preservation – The trend to use local resources is flourishing in South Carolina. There are numerous opportunities to purchase local fresh foods. Preserving these foods while they are at the peak of ripeness ... ( continue)
Drought Status
April - November
Food Recall Alerts
May 21, 2012
SC Crop Improvement Association Seed List
Hurricane Safety & Preparedness
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