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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It's Hot!
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crusted mulch
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Plant Delights Nursery open house
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Those darn crepe myrtles ...
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Peachy hedychium
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a head's up for carolina gardeners
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My Hoya is blooming!
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Woo Hooo!!!! New Fence!!!!
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Musa basjoo surprise
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Last Freeze Dates for SE South Carolina
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Mother Nature Didn't Get The Memo
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Hyacinths blooming in January...
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Wanted: Ornamental Grass Plugs
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Care of Tibouchina grandiflora over the winter
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A/C Off!
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300 seeds planted = ZERO plants
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Mums Blooming Early
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My beautiful variegated tapioca
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ID on caterpillar if you can please!
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Phlox David seems to be dying
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Geum 'Mrs. Bradshaw'
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is this spirea?
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Ticks are out already
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Pitiful pittosporum problems!
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Wow what weather
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Horseradish - Herb of the Year 2011
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The hummers are leaving
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Carolina native?
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Where's Earl going??? Guesses
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Down right chilly today
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Epiphyllum success (finally!)
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Merry Christmas to all my garden, flower lovin friends
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Anyone think I have a shot at growing an olive tree????
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Where did fall go?
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Anyone recognize this pond-side flower?
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Ferny weed with little pink flowers, need ID!
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Start thinking Sweet Peas!
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