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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What is it? Part two
started by CarolinaTracer
last post by CarolinaTracerSep 18, 20065Sep 18, 2006 -
What is it?
started by CarolinaTracer
last post by NCmagnoliaMay 05, 20076May 05, 2007 -
NC needs advice on planting in Charleston, SC
started by Clementine
last post by ardesiaSep 07, 20064Sep 07, 2006 -
a lovely plant in Aiken, SC
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last post by imzadiSep 08, 20063Sep 08, 2006 -
Dierama pulcherrimum -angels fishing rod
started by moretz
last post by moretzSep 03, 20060Sep 03, 2006 -
Can you help me identify this Flowering Shrub?
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieSep 04, 20062Sep 04, 2006 -
Anyone growing Dracaena deremensis outside?
started by DebinSC
last post by DebinSCSep 02, 20060Sep 02, 2006 -
Help! My Crape Myrtle has a problem!
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieSep 02, 20062Sep 02, 2006 -
palmetto/palm trees
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last post by StonoRiverMar 03, 200713Mar 03, 2007 -
Getting Ready For Ernesto
started by Xeramtheum
last post by ClementineSep 04, 200620Sep 04, 2006
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Farm Stewardship Eastern Triangle Farm Tour Sept 23-24
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last post by yotedogAug 29, 20060Aug 29, 2006 -
When to plant what
started by Plantcrazii
last post by Ms_CarolinaSep 02, 200613Sep 02, 2006 -
I need to get my plant fix again this year
started by LavinaMae
last post by BikernurseAug 28, 20065Aug 28, 2006 -
Minosa tree help
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last post by spartacusabyAug 26, 20067Aug 26, 2006 -
Invitation to all Low Country DG'ers - Trip to Edisto Island
started by Xeramtheum
last post by XeramtheumAug 24, 20063Aug 24, 2006 -
Morning Glory
started by jstahousewife
last post by CoreHHIAug 24, 20063Aug 24, 2006 -
North Carolina Bamboo Adventure
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieAug 23, 20060Aug 23, 2006 -
I've seen yellow, orange, red, lavender and purple ...
started by Xeramtheum
last post by XeramtheumAug 29, 200625Aug 29, 2006 -
Need info on care of young Thuja Green Giant trees
started by southernleegirl
last post by southernleegirlAug 21, 20063Aug 21, 2006 -
North Carolina Round up in May
started by LavinaMae
last post by swoznickSep 09, 200641Sep 09, 2006
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Insect Info Please
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last post by carolinablueAug 31, 20067Aug 31, 2006 -
Hello from New Bern
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieAug 29, 200612Aug 29, 2006 -
Garden Conservancy's Open Day's coming to Raleigh
started by cacahuete
last post by HorseshoeAug 28, 20069Aug 28, 2006 -
moving from So Cal to SC
started by DevilDogs
last post by CARATAug 17, 200613Aug 17, 2006 -
What could this be?
started by Indasun
last post by IndasunAug 14, 20064Aug 14, 2006 -
When to plant Foxglove....
started by yotedog
last post by ncgardenaddictAug 15, 20065Aug 15, 2006 -
Crepe Myrtle
started by silkroad
last post by LindaSCAug 08, 20069Aug 08, 2006 -
ewwwwwwww
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last post by CoreHHIAug 05, 20063Aug 05, 2006 -
Taking stock
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last post by mpszzAug 03, 20061Aug 03, 2006 -
Does anyone grow vitex????
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last post by FleursJul 28, 20065Jul 28, 2006
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Enjoying the rain?
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last post by downscale_babeAug 06, 200627Aug 06, 2006 -
Come sit on the porch a spell
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last post by EntlieOct 15, 2006112Oct 15, 2006 -
late summer / fall gardening
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last post by rogersneesyJul 29, 20068Jul 29, 2006 -
Anyone Growing Encore (Fall Reblooming) Azaleas?
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last post by yotedogAug 06, 20069Aug 06, 2006 -
Raspberry mulching. Which is best for growth and production
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last post by HorseshoeJul 24, 20061Jul 24, 2006 -
What is this thing?
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last post by HorseshoeJul 27, 20063Jul 27, 2006 -
recommendation
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last post by moretzJul 24, 20062Jul 24, 2006 -
Ants & Okra
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last post by dcparrisJul 20, 20064Jul 20, 2006 -
Starry Campion, Widow's Frill (Silene stellata) seeds?
started by hello85
last post by hello85Jul 20, 20060Jul 20, 2006 -
Growing Scabiosa
started by yotedog
last post by FleursAug 14, 200610Aug 14, 2006




