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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Darn squirrels
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last post by DebinSCOct 03, 200830Oct 03, 2008 -
These guys are all over the place
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last post by CoreHHIOct 02, 20084Oct 02, 2008 -
Botanical Garden Plant Sale at Clemson
started by ardesia
last post by ardesiaSep 29, 20082Sep 29, 2008 -
Happy Birthday Bev(tggsk) or something like that
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last post by tggfiskSep 29, 200823Sep 29, 2008 -
what heirloom tomatos grow best here?
started by foggywalk
last post by deanna8Sep 28, 200830Sep 28, 2008 -
Stupid Gardener Tricks
started by bordersandjacks
last post by bonjonSep 28, 2008125Sep 28, 2008 -
Can you ID this snail
started by BSD
last post by BSDSep 28, 20084Sep 28, 2008 -
Do you want the Carolina Gardener magazine?
started by greenthumb_NC
last post by moretzSep 27, 20087Sep 27, 2008 -
Saucer magnolia is blooming again. Is that normal?
started by gbirds
last post by gbirdsSep 27, 20084Sep 27, 2008 -
Anyone know anything about "Bougainvillea"?
started by Lynda_45
last post by Beach_BarbieSep 26, 200819Sep 26, 2008
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Century plant ??hardy in the Piedmont??
started by BirdieBlue
last post by 1cros3nails4gvnSep 26, 20085Sep 26, 2008 -
Hardiness Changes?
started by keonikale
last post by keonikaleSep 24, 200817Sep 24, 2008 -
Lots of running around today
started by CoreHHI
last post by CoreHHISep 24, 20087Sep 24, 2008 -
Perennial Tulips
started by rhsundblad
last post by downscale_babeSep 23, 20085Sep 23, 2008 -
Elephant Ears and Caladiums - Newbie Question
started by HostaLily
last post by AreephanthuSep 22, 200812Sep 22, 2008 -
Agapanthus and Alstroemeria
started by chamthy
last post by TropicannaSep 21, 200811Sep 21, 2008 -
Anyone know their spiders?
started by CoreHHI
last post by DebinSCSep 20, 200820Sep 20, 2008 -
Please, share your garden's poetry
started by WNYwillieB
last post by CoreHHISep 18, 200811Sep 18, 2008 -
"Weed" ID
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by ncdirtdiggerSep 12, 20084Sep 12, 2008 -
Trouble reaching family
started by kwanjin
last post by kwanjinSep 08, 200811Sep 08, 2008
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Hanna is heading North , Duck NC IKE looking scary
started by CoreHHI
last post by tranquilSep 06, 200830Sep 06, 2008 -
Rapid fire I guess
started by CoreHHI
last post by keonikaleSep 04, 2008101Sep 04, 2008 -
Peony Fungus
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last post by cacahueteSep 04, 20082Sep 04, 2008 -
Phlox: can I plant in fall?
started by thea611
last post by thea611Sep 04, 20082Sep 04, 2008 -
Anyone actually get anything from freecycle?
started by CoreHHI
last post by ardesiaSep 04, 20089Sep 04, 2008 -
Getting some jump people around here
started by CoreHHI
last post by 1cros3nails4gvnSep 03, 20084Sep 03, 2008 -
confederate rose
started by 1cros3nails4gvn
last post by 1cros3nails4gvnSep 02, 20082Sep 02, 2008 -
Another picture of the Crocosmia ...
started by greenthumb_NC
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What are these? Wasps?
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last post by TomH3787Sep 02, 20082Sep 02, 2008 -
anyone heard about what happened to diehrdsouthrnr??
started by 1cros3nails4gvn
last post by 1cros3nails4gvnSep 02, 200823Sep 02, 2008
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Hanna, Meet Ike
started by Xeramtheum
last post by XeramtheumSep 01, 20080Sep 01, 2008 -
Blooming in August
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last post by chamthySep 01, 2008281Sep 01, 2008 -
Road trip in October
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last post by tcinmbAug 31, 20083Aug 31, 2008 -
Everyone have a sfae and happy holiday
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last post by tranquilAug 30, 20082Aug 30, 2008 -
TS Fay
started by keonikale
last post by CoreHHIAug 26, 200841Aug 26, 2008 -
Waving at you all from the Crystal Coast.
started by LavinaMae
last post by HemophobicAug 26, 20089Aug 26, 2008 -
This is going to get interesting
started by CoreHHI
last post by StonoRiverAug 23, 20084Aug 23, 2008 -
suggestions needed!
started by 1cros3nails4gvn
last post by 1cros3nails4gvnAug 23, 200813Aug 23, 2008 -
Witherspoon Roses Sale....Raleigh/Durham Rose Lovers
started by yotedog
last post by yotedogAug 21, 20080Aug 21, 2008 -
Ornamenthal Sweet Potato Vines
started by tranquil
last post by tranquilAug 21, 20082Aug 21, 2008




