Home & Garden
Stinging caterpillars
Gardening columnist L.A. Jackson on the beauty and the peril of an interesting little beasty. Read more
To your health
From monitoring your heart rate and your strength-training regimen to ensuring a good night’s sleep, these gadgets will help keep you fit and healthy. Read more
Scent-sational: Cuban oregano
L.A. Jackson introduces us to a garden beauty you can plant this summer to delight the eyes, nose and the taste buds. Read more
Ask a garden expert
Whether you’re new to gardening courtesy of COVID-19 self isolation or an experienced hand at tilling the soil, there’s always more to learn. Clemson University Extension Agent Chase Smoak answers some of the most common gardening questions. Read more
Cool camping gear
When that long-awaited camping trip finally pops up, make sure you add these outdoor essentials to your packing list. Read more
The late show: marvelous moonvine
Nighttime is the right time to enjoy the fragrant blooms of this intriguing garden beauty. Read more
Now we’re cooking
Whether you’re a kitchen pro, or working to develop basic culinary skills, these cooking tools offer enhanced abilities to saute, stir, chop, brew and bake. We’ve even found a device that takes care of the food scraps. Read more
Five features homeowners crave
A modern renovation can open up the kitchen, transforming the room into the heart of the home and a space suitable for entertaining. Read more
Tasty homegrown tomatoes
Step up to the challenge of growing better-tasting tomatoes this season with expert advice from Clemson University Extension Agent Chase Smoak. Read more
Lawn and order
Put your best gardening foot forward this spring with these electric lawn and garden tools. Read more
Gardening in small spaces
If thoughts of producing fresh, homegrown edibles have you ready to dig in the dirt, it’s time to roll up those sleeves and start a vegetable garden. Plus: tips on picking veggies at peak perfection. Read more
Ode to the oakleaf
When it comes to a woody ornamental with regional roots that is not only dependable but also dependably pretty, oakleaf hydrangea gets high marks. Read more
A is for agapanthus
See why this summer-blooming plant, sometimes called lily of the Nile, deserves top billing in your garden this season. Read more
Amaryllis outside
The living delight known as amaryllis is a nice gardener’s gift to give as well as receive during the holiday season. Read more
Basic poinsettia care
For the secrets to making poinsettias last all season long, look no further than the name of a classic R&B band. Read more
Gifts for grown-ups
Still fishing for holiday gift ideas? Our gadget columnist has some ideas that might match those hard-to-shop-for grown-ups on your “nice” list. Read more
Kid-endorsed gifts
These electronic goodies will keep your tot thoroughly plugged in throughout the season. Read more
Lasting beauty: species tulips
Enduring and elegant, species tulips can tolerate our Southern climate and produce beautiful blooms for multiple seasons. Read more
Save those tomatoes!
Gardening columnist L.A. Jackson offers a clever way to extend tomato season. Read more
