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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OK who let it frost this AM
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Has anyone grown Kiwi vines around here?
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The Mystery Tree's BIG Neighbor
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I Scored Big Time On Craigs List!!!!
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And I thought we had it bad
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Best Blueberries for Midlands SC - in a pot?
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Banana Green house ?
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The NC guide for the planting of wildflowers ...
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Do you want the Carolina Gardener magazine?
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Lots of running around today
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Need advice on Charlotte
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Company Coming
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Help- wilty rudbeckia
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Loropetalum in Full Sun?
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Too late to put my strawberries in?
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Cedar Tree Problem
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Costoco has palms
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Peach Trees?
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How many of you have "What's this??" seedling ...
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Sandspurs
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Rain, Rain, Here Today!
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BURRRRR its cold outside
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It's eating time.
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last post by CoreHHIDec 09, 20077Dec 09, 2007 -
It's Official .. We've Had A Killing Frost.
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Last pots in the garage -help? (I'm in 7b)
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passiflora vitifolia
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Ornamental grasses for my area?
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Acanthus Mollis and part sun vs shade
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Happy Birthday diehrdsouthrnr!
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Growinf Sesons South Carolina ?
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Hey Johns Island folks
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Brookgreen memories
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anybody know a source for cheap ceramic containers?
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Thuja Steeplechase & Green Giant Questions
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Just started all my seeds
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Strawberries are blooming??? Huh?
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name this shrub
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Insect Info Please
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Minosa tree help
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Newbie here from the 'Holy City'! :)
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