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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Blueberries
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Raise your hands if you are sick of squirrels digging ...
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Ants
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Flowering maple (Albutilon)
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Rosemary Tree
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when to transplant 'rojo' bananas, crinums, and amaryllis
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Can Elephant Ear (Taro) Bulbs
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Have you heard about C.H.A.D.!?
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My Hero
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Plant list for drought tolerant gardening
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My first bird of paradise bloom
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suggestions needed!
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Rain, Rain, Rain!!
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Chicks at school! Need a home!!
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Raspberries...which cultivar do YOU grow?
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My rant for today
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all
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Nights of a Thousand Candles
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Albino Deer
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daturas
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Who's getting rain today?
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Anyone have a 'Dwarf Cavendish'
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Weird torpedo like thing in our palm trees!!!
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Good Morning
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Epi Bloom
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I have a (hopefully) not dumb question...
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When to plant what
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moving from So Cal to SC
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How'd y'all fare from Alberto's visit?
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