Muhly Grass is an undistinguishable green grass most of the year. However, in October, it begins to bloom in delicate pink plumes. When it is in bloom, every plant lover […]
Nature
All Orange Butterflies Aren’t Monarchs
It’s the time of year that butterflies are filling the air. I see them fluttering around our garden all day. There is quite a variety of colors in the butterflies that I’m seeing, but so many are orange or at least they have lots of orange on them.
Since there is so much informa…
Simpsonville Garden Club Meeting
The October meeting of the Simpsonville Garden Club will take place at its new time, 1:00 PM, on Tuesday, October 17th at the Rotary Club’s new location, 205 North Maple Street, Simpsonville. The program will consist of a Garden Treasure Exchange as members pass along plants and their…
The Powdersville Garden Club celebrates 50th Anniversary
In 1967 a group of friends and neighbors from the Powdersville community met at the late Lela Kellett's house for a luncheon, and the Powdersville Garden Club was formed. The Club that started with eleven Charter members is still very active today, with a membership of over 50, and with…
Plant of the Month – Toad Lily
Tricyrtis, Toad Lily, may sound like an ugly plant. Actually, it has a beautiful, orchid like flower. The name Toad Lily may come from its love of growing in a moist, shady area of the garden and from the spots on its flowers reminding a sorry old soul to think of a toad! Most o…
