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Introduction to the Yardstick Workbook

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There's no doubt about it. Successful garden and lawn care in South Carolina requires special knowledge and skills. The Carolina YardStick Workbook shows you how to create attractive and healthy yards by working with South Carolina's environment, rather than against it.

This Workbook guides you through an evaluation of your yard and yard care practices.

  • Each action you take (or have already taken) earns you "inches" or credits on the Carolina YardStick.

  • A yard that measures up to at least 36 inches is a Carolina Yard!

  • The payoff? A yard that meets your needs, enhances your neighborhood and helps protect Carolina's natural beauty and natural resources.

The horticulture staff and Master Gardener volunteers at your county's Cooperative Extension Service can provide you with more information and answer questions. They can also tell you about additional services they may provide such as diagnostic tests, workshops, and on-site resources.

Additional information is available at the Home & Garden Information Center. Visit the Home & Garden Information Center online or call toll free 1-888-656-9988 (SC residents only, 9 am - 1 pm, M - F).

Remember, Rome wasn't built in a day and neither is an environmentally friendly Carolina Yard. Take this adventure a step at a time and have fun!