Monthly Archives: January 2012

Vertical Gardening

This form of gardening began as a simple experiment in 1988 when a French botanist, Patrick Blanc, was determined to create a garden without using dirt.  Many people, who are lacking outdoor space, are now changing their home, and walls, … Continue reading

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Town and Country Straw Hat

Many gardeners and Charleston natives alike share in the joy of owning a straw hat versatile enough for working in the garden on bright sunny days, shielding the harsh UV rays while walking along the coastline or even an addition … Continue reading

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The Cymbidium Orchid

If you permit it, winter can be a dull time of the year with the lack of those spring flowers and their luscious color.  However, there is one foolproof way to ensure your home with rich color throughout these next … Continue reading

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New in the Gift Store!

With the holiday season at a close, you may be wondering what’s occupying the shelves in the Hyams Gift Store.  If you venture in, you’ll be welcomed with the beginnings of spring!  Beautiful life-like florals, wreaths, hand-made bows, oceanic home … Continue reading

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Feeding Our Feathered Friends

When you think about feeding birds or purchasing birdfeeders, typically those warm summer months come to mind.  Don’t forget that providing birds with food through the winter months can be vital to their survival. Living in the south, we typically … Continue reading

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Winter Pruning

Pruning during the winter should be removing water sprouts, sucker growth and injured or diseased limbs.  Heavy pruning should be done in the late winter before new growth starts in the spring.  This will give plants a maximum time to … Continue reading

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Recycling Your Christmas Tree, Protecting Your Plants

Grinding of the greens, an annual end of holiday tradition, is not only an eco-friendly way to get rid of your used Christmas tree, but it’s also an excellent opportunity to get your hands on fresh mulch! Mulching your plants … Continue reading

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