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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Crepe Myrtle
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Anyone Growing Encore (Fall Reblooming) Azaleas?
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Growth Rate
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Folks try to post every day or
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Off Topic: Stono and Sunspot Baby
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Live Oak problem
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Brahea armata palm
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Caterpillar Party in the Back Yard
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Planting pansies and violas in NC zone 7b?
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I miss the Sun!
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I'm a Happy Camper
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Cutting Hydrangeas for a Vase
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Everyone ok after those storms?
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Raspberries?
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Leucojum aestivum 'Southern Dew Drop' or ,Snow Bell,
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black mission fig in SC
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Starting to look like Spring in the Greenhouse!
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camellias and deer deterrents
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Last Total Lunar Eclipse of 2010
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Nice, 32 degrees at 8:00
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passiflora incarnata question for our zone
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Squirrels' Evolutionary Family Tree ...
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quick question about bell peppers
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Xanthosoma Lime Zinger - dig or not dig
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Apricots - any success?
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Azelea
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Anyone know when to graft a citrus tree?
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A new use for Canna leaves
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Even the Marigolds have surrendered!
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What is perennial ....
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What grows well in SC?
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Roses in and around Winston-Salem
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Lawns + Cats = Brown
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Ardesia, oh I have a new tree I want
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My trees are having a rough year.
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Howdy Carolina gardeners.....
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