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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Bug ID Anyone?
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Is this a weed?
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Mulch for beds against house
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Rhubarb in zone 8a
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Please take a look and help if you can
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Gulf Fritallary on the move!
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Australian tree fern wilt
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Spider Relocator
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Hail in Charleston
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A bit off topicorganic chicken feed in Raleigh
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Look who came to sing to us
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SPRING IS SPRINGING!
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black currant swirl datura
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Haaaaappy Barbie!!!!!!
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Lake Moultrie or Marion info
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Fruit Tree Decision - Kieffer Pear or Methley Plum
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Looking for someone who lives next to a creek in NC
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Hello Again
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Today, etc
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Mobile home question
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washingtonia robusta no longer robust
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Whew! It's not all dead!
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Pawpaw
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LOL Heavy Metal Finches
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Suprise for me
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Planted Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) bulbs outdoors..
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Plumerias usually continual to flower?
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Off Topic : Need to place 2 kittens in NC
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Tulip Bulbs..Chilled?!?!?
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Happy Birthday!
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Full Sun Flowering Vine Recommendations?
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Help Watering in Carolina Clay
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The Right Place at the Right Time!
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Gardening can hurt really really bad!
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Hey North Carolina folks!
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marigolds verse snailsand the snails won !!
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Unwanted garden visitor
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Lowes perennial clearance alert (West Columbia)
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