The Carolinas were among the first dozen states formed in the U.S., named in honor of England's King Charles I. Separate governors were appointed for NC and SC in 1712. Lush flora abounds in this region; South Carolina is aptly nicknamed the Palmetto state, with the Carolina Yellow Jessamine (or Jasmine, as many still refer to it) as its state flower.
North Carolina is nicknamed the "Old North State" (but better known as the Tarheels), and its state flower is the Flowering Dogwood.
From massive Christmas tree farms to historic gardens, the Carolinas have many places for gardeners to visit. Be sure to add photos and reviews of all your favorite gardening spots!
The Carolina Gardening discussion forum at Dave's Garden. The Carolinas were among the first dozen states formed in the U.S., named in honor of England's King Charles I. Separate governors were appointed for NC and SC in 1712. Lush flora abounds in this re...… Read More
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How do warm winter temperatures affect winter sowing?
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What to do when plants are resprouting in this weather?
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Well the party is over ...
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I love this weather!!!!
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Palms outdoors in low country?
started by DebinSC
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Are ants a good thing to have running around your plants?
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I have a (hopefully) not dumb question...
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I have the winter bloz. Bah Hum Bug
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Meadowbrook Nursery?
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November update
started by grandygarden
last post by Smokey_SCNov 07, 20061Nov 07, 2006
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A new NC gardener here!
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Ice on the windshield .....
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Milkweed - Asclepias seeds?
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Love our Indian Summer!
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Advice on Moonflowers
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last post by carolinablueOct 24, 20065Oct 24, 2006 -
Any Charlotte shoppers out there?
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last post by LavinaMaeOct 19, 20061Oct 19, 2006 -
name this shrub
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Tryon Palace Gardens open free Fri-Sat-Sun - Plant Sale Too
started by Entlie
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March in Coastal NC
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white flys??
started by Smokey_SC
last post by XeramtheumOct 15, 20068Oct 15, 2006
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Will Ruellia Overwinter in Raleigh....?
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Beautyberry
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Wilmington, NC
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NC
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Grub Worms
started by beachgal
last post by HorseshoeOct 03, 20063Oct 03, 2006 -
Green onions' advice, please
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last post by Ms_CarolinaOct 14, 20064Oct 14, 2006 -
An invitation to a Rolling Garden Party!
started by citrusman99
last post by citrusman99Sep 28, 20060Sep 28, 2006 -
Purple Heart Flowers
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last post by Ms_CarolinaOct 11, 20061Oct 11, 2006 -
What are these dirt pills all over my yard?
started by Entlie
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Need help tilling fall garden (Charlotte)
started by Koah
last post by HorseshoeSep 28, 20061Sep 28, 2006
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Suggestions requested for hiding air conditioning compressor
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Old-fashioned petunias
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Pollen Question
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Lusterleaf Holly
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Charleston Gardens
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Fall annuals for Charleston area (zone 8b)?
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Birthday Wishes for swoznic
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last post by swoznickSep 15, 20064Sep 15, 2006 -
Hibiscus bargains in Columbia
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fig or loquat?
started by kaync
last post by CoreHHISep 13, 20064Sep 13, 2006 -
People in the Raleigh area etc
started by LavinaMae
last post by LavinaMaeOct 13, 20062Oct 13, 2006




