What's growing in Columbia
     The Japanese Crape Myrtle, lagerstroemia faurei, was brought to the United States in the 1950s. This species is able to withstand the cold and powdery mildew.
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Firefly show lights up night sky at Congaree Swamp
By Rachel Haynie
     Rare are the places in the world where fireflies light up in a syncopated rhythm. A natural area near Columbia is one of the three known places.
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Will your trees survive this hurricane season?
Contributed by The International Society of Arboriculture
     With hurricane season just around the corner you need to know if your trees will be safe from the possible wrath of Mother Nature. Thousands of trees and communities are at risk for damage by heavy rains and wind which can cause trees to crack, split, and even uproot, which can lead to further prope
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The Original Mystery Plant
Dr. John Nelson
     If you put something down on the ground in June, you better mark it carefully, or by August it might be covered up by this vine.
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