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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Any Chapel Hill-Pittsboro-Siler City folks want to trade some native plants?
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last post by judielaineMar 05, 20190Mar 05, 2019 -
Cloth to be used with a Weed killer for the lawn.
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last post by Beach_BarbieAug 01, 20160Aug 01, 2016 -
I\'m way too excited about this
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last post by Beach_BarbieFeb 15, 20160Feb 15, 2016 -
Joaquin has left a (almost) moat around our house.
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last post by Beach_BarbieOct 05, 20150Oct 05, 2015 -
Ambrosia beetles have arrived.
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Link to CAROLINAS/SOUTHEAST ROUND UP 2015
started by AmandaEsq
last post by AmandaEsqApr 19, 20150Apr 19, 2015 -
NC Greensboro Roundup 2014?
started by Carolinaflower8
last post by Carolinaflower8Mar 09, 20140Mar 09, 2014 -
Fall 2013 Carolinas/Greensboro Interest Thread
started by AmandaEsq
last post by AmandaEsqAug 10, 20130Aug 10, 2013 -
Question on National Council of Garden Clubs awards
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last post by gessievioletAug 07, 20130Aug 07, 2013 -
Problems with my Harry Lauder's Walking Stick
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieAug 05, 20130Aug 05, 2013
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Sewing Expo in Raleigh
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Plantasia
started by ardesia
last post by ardesiaApr 12, 20130Apr 12, 2013 -
Leaves, Leaves..Leave 'en on the curb
started by gessieviolet
last post by gessievioletJan 15, 20130Jan 15, 2013 -
Texas Mountain Laurel question
started by donnacreation
last post by donnacreationNov 12, 20120Nov 12, 2012 -
Long Range Winter Forecast for SC
started by Xeramtheum
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Need to find news homes for some larger plants
started by keonikale
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Project Budburst
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieJan 16, 20120Jan 16, 2012 -
possible NC/SC chapter of the American Hibiscus Society
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieJan 04, 20120Jan 04, 2012 -
Forsythia blooming
started by melsalz
last post by melsalzDec 24, 20110Dec 24, 2011 -
Can't post pics!
started by donnacreation
last post by donnacreationNov 14, 20110Nov 14, 2011
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point pelee mum
started by donnacreation
last post by donnacreationOct 12, 20110Oct 12, 2011 -
Where are the Upper SC gardeners?????
started by Smokey_SC
last post by Smokey_SCAug 08, 20110Aug 08, 2011 -
Pic #2Can you ID this plant?
started by yotedog
last post by yotedogApr 18, 20110Apr 18, 2011 -
Mid Carolina's Spring roundup interest?
started by rednyr
last post by rednyrMar 25, 20110Mar 25, 2011 -
New petunia
started by gessieviolet
last post by gessievioletMar 18, 20110Mar 18, 2011 -
Waldsteinia - vagrant weed or let it be?
started by rednyr
last post by rednyrMar 15, 20110Mar 15, 2011 -
Sumter -Florence area birds flocking something fierce tonite
started by rednyr
last post by rednyrFeb 08, 20110Feb 08, 2011 -
Latham raspberry
started by donnacreation
last post by donnacreationJan 31, 20110Jan 31, 2011 -
Deer and Bear season here
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last post by LavinaMaeNov 27, 20100Nov 27, 2010 -
Hardy citrus Expo in Wilmington this Saturday
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieNov 17, 20100Nov 17, 2010
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Harry Lauder's Walking Stick, C. avellana salt tolerance
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Lexington Barbecue Festival
started by missingrosie
last post by missingrosieOct 21, 20100Oct 21, 2010 -
Pee Dee Fall Flower Show in Florence SC Oct 2-4
started by rednyr
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Design My Tropical Corner Contest
started by Xeramtheum
last post by XeramtheumAug 24, 20100Aug 24, 2010 -
Oleander Forum
started by brical1
last post by brical1Jul 29, 20100Jul 29, 2010 -
Is anyone beside me having to resign on every morning?
started by LavinaMae
last post by LavinaMaeJul 28, 20100Jul 28, 2010 -
Jelly palm friut ripening
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieJul 26, 20100Jul 26, 2010 -
hedge bamboo cold hardiness
started by donnacreation
last post by donnacreationJun 17, 20100Jun 17, 2010 -
check out this opportunity to meet near Ashville
started by Charlotteda
last post by CharlottedaApr 16, 20100Apr 16, 2010 -
Let me share - Carolina Gdn Friends
started by gessieviolet
last post by gessievioletMar 06, 20100Mar 06, 2010