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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I'm am OVER the rain!
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What's Blooming In December in the Carolinas?
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Protection from the frost this weekend
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Blooming in July
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What's blooming in October?
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last post by CoreHHIOct 25, 201045Oct 25, 2010 -
July Blooms
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What do you do to get rid of the pesky Fire ants?
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malathion on mandevilla?
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Moving to Greensboro!
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What do you think?
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last post by StonoRiverMay 28, 201044May 28, 2010
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S.C. Roundup
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Anyone else have bird feeders?
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Needed to Rant - DEER invaded!
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last post by GardeningNCMar 16, 200943Mar 16, 2009 -
You know winter is coming and probably already here when ...
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I love this warm weather! But ....
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How you all prepairing for the possible frost Mon/Tues?
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NC Round up/ Sept . the 8th.
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TS Fay
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last post by CoreHHIAug 26, 200841Aug 26, 2008 -
I was up flying around Saturday
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Driest November on record
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last post by downscale_babeDec 08, 200741Dec 08, 2007
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NC Roundup- What fun!
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North Carolina Round up in May
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Where are the Hummingbirds?
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Just had to share!
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Snow scenes
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Raining like crazy!!!
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last post by XeramtheumSep 16, 200740Sep 16, 2007 -
ponds-does anyone have them?
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last post by StonoRiverJul 30, 200740Jul 30, 2007 -
Where is this photo taken?
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last post by jlmmkmSep 30, 200640Sep 30, 2006 -
Welcome to May in December
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last post by DebinSCDec 10, 200739Dec 10, 2007 -
I can't remember a recent winter without a single warm spell
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last post by keonikaleFeb 23, 201038Feb 23, 2010
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Anyone growing African Iris in the low country or midlands?
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What's blooming in your garden?
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last post by ardesiaMar 15, 200938Mar 15, 2009 -
Blooming in June
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Whats Blooming in April?..
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Need small tree-Sandcherry? Redbud? Dogwood?
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Goats for Kudzu/Brush control?
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What do you think should grow in your garden, but it dies?
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Should I prune my roses now?
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last post by DreamOfSpringFeb 22, 200836Feb 22, 2008 -
Pindo palm fruit, and making jelly from it
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last post by 1cros3nails4gvnAug 16, 200736Aug 16, 2007 -
Would folks be interested in a Roundup?
started by Tropicanna
last post by TurtleChiAug 06, 200736Aug 06, 2007