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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Can't post pics!
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point pelee mum
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Where are the Upper SC gardeners?????
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Pic #2Can you ID this plant?
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Mid Carolina's Spring roundup interest?
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New petunia
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Waldsteinia - vagrant weed or let it be?
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Sumter -Florence area birds flocking something fierce tonite
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Latham raspberry
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Deer and Bear season here
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Hardy citrus Expo in Wilmington this Saturday
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Harry Lauder's Walking Stick, C. avellana salt tolerance
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Lexington Barbecue Festival
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Pee Dee Fall Flower Show in Florence SC Oct 2-4
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Design My Tropical Corner Contest
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Oleander Forum
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Is anyone beside me having to resign on every morning?
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Jelly palm friut ripening
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hedge bamboo cold hardiness
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check out this opportunity to meet near Ashville
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Let me share - Carolina Gdn Friends
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I spy
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Raleigh AreaHabitat Re-use Store Rain Barrels Cheap
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Wizards in Winter
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Low Country Here It Comes!
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Transplanting Perrenials - Lavenders
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goldfish anyone?
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Tom Watson Watermelon Festival
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Another I gotta share ...
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Park Seed 2009 FLower Day
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Free KFC meal coupon - must print by 9:59Central
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Well, you learn something new (about nature) every day
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The Wrens Have Hatched!
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Columbia SC near Irmo Plant Sale - Quail Valley Garden Club
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Morning all, prayers for our SC folks
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Question about smoke tree
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How do you post a link?
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NC garden dates
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Monthly plant swap needs participants!
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Tips & Tricks Contest in Seed Trading Forum
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