Making adjustments to the the hot South Carolina Spring can be difficult. Bearing through above 90 degree days with the heat and humidity, it can do one in, especially if you love outdoor hobbies such as gardening or tennis.
I happen to adore both hobbies and recently have been working in my multiple gardens in the North Main and Pinehurst Neighborhoods in Columbia, South Carolina. I love being able to grow my own food and create beauty in my home with my own homegrown flowers.
The easiest crops to grow would be greens such as mustard greens, collards greens, and kale. Flowers that I would recommend are sunflowers, zinnias, and marigolds. All of these plants are easy to grow and to distinguish between plant or weed, when it comes time to do your weekly weeding.
Working in the garden is a hot a sweaty job, but it is so rewarding! And when you have fresh and organic food to eat that you have grown yourself, you can literally taste the difference.
Recently, I found the most amazing soap line by Christina Curtis, called Christinavonn. Her soaps detoxifying and cleansing. Plus they make you smell amazing! My family's favorite is the charcoal soap. I use it as a soap and a shampoo, it makes my hair and skin so soft, but also moisturizes. 
During this summer I am looking forward to planting new seeds/varieties in the garden and am looking forward to a continuous bountiful harvest.
What is your favorite thing to plant in your garden?
XOXO, Frolicking Americana
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