Archive for Plants

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Nov '134
by Colin   Posted In : Farms, Plants

Sidi’s Pumpkins

A recent article in the Post and Courier featured local farmer and legend Sidi Limehouse’s efforts to grow heirloom pumpkins. Sidi has also been encouraging local chefs and home cooks to use these pumpkins for more than just decorations. We […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Sep '139
by Colin   Posted In : Conservation Action, Education, History, Plants

Angel Oak

The Lowcountry Open Land Trust has extended the campaign to purchase the property next to the Angel Oak.   The Johns Island Conservancy and SaveTheAngelOak.org support this effort and gave a presentation on September 17 to help the cause.   […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Jul '1228
by Sally   Posted In : Books, Conservation Action, Habitat, Plants, Popular Posts, Wildlife

Salt Marsh Book Review

The World of the Salt Marsh: Appreciating and Protecting the Tidal Marshes of the Southeastern Atlantic Coast By Charles Seabrook A lyrical and loving tribute to the salt marshes of Georgia and South Carolina, The World of the Salt Marsh […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Jul '127
by Colin   Posted In : Habitat, Plants

Native Plants – Nettles, Resurrection Ferns

This resurrection fern will spring back to life, as soon as we get some rain! After the rain Two good stories recently from the Island Connection about local flora.   Resurrection ferns, along with the ubiquitous Spanish moss, are frequently […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Jun '1214
by Colin   Posted In : Conservation Action, Plants

Food Plots

Planting food plots for deer can help keep them away from gardens as well as establish predictable eating patterns that can be useful during hunting season.   A recent article in the Post & Courier describes how Cordray’s Grocery and […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…