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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You had to have seen this......
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first frost
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Trapped!!!!
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Cold nights
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Jan. 22nd @ Golden Corral in New Bern at 11:00 AM
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SC nurseries
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Brugs (Angel Trumpet) in the midlands of SC?
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Knockout roses got knocked out
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It Rained!!!!!
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Need ground cover under tree
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Spider Lily predator
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Epimediums
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Blooming in January...
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More zone denial
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Too much of a good thing
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27 in Bluffton tonight???
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Dahlia Growers
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A shorter version of monkey grass, etc. but where is it ?
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A picture to brighten your day
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the carnage
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What would you do?
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Another Yankee
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Enjoying the rain?
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Anit-Icky-Poo-Poo-Neighbor-Defense-System
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Mark your calendars March the 6th 2010
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My pity party !!
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Caked Fertilizer
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Getting rain today
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i think we all need to be careful not to do this...
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N.C. Gourd Society Festival
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Need suggestions for problem spot.
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Let's go gardening!
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Probably a flower of NC & SC only (LOL)
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RoundUp in Greensboro, NC on June 1, 2013
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Wants have lunch in New Bern in January folks
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Golf course Grass taking over my lawn.
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30% Chance of Rain Tomorrow and Saturday
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Your views on pine straw ...
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It better stay warm
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last post by HemophobicJan 17, 200925Jan 17, 2009 -
its beginning to look a lot like Christmas....
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