Find tranquility and inspiration on the All Saints Garden Tour
Explore natural masterpieces
Story by Nancy Renner
All Saints Episcopal Church invites nature lovers and gardening enthusiasts to take a picturesque journey through some of the most enchanting gardens in Bluffton and on Hilton Head Island. Mark your calendars for May 18 to experience the 35th Annual All Saints Garden Tour. This year the event promises an extra hour of exploration, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in the beauty and tranquility of six meticulously curated local gardens. The tour is more than just a showcase of floral and green splendor; it’s a charitable event at its core. All net proceeds are devoted to local charities in Beaufort and Jasper counties, focusing on critical areas such as hunger, homelessness, literacy, and aging. Nancy Renner, co-chair of the tour, shares insights into the distinctive features of the six gardens on this year’s tour.
A tour with a cause: Embrace the opportunity to explore nature’s artistry while supporting meaningful causes on
May 18 at the 35th Annual All Saints Garden Tour.
The Tabby Cottage
When you enter through its gates, the Tabby Cottage garden offers an intimate wildlife sanctuary. Recognized as a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat, this garden balances refined beauty with nature’s whimsy, providing a tranquil escape for visitors.
Driftwood Garden
Driftwood Garden displays an artistic and horticultural fusion, where salvaged sea treasures and a vibrant array of flowers and plants coexist. Here the garden’s owner blends artistic talent with nature, creating unique wall art and integrating art throughout the garden. A pottery studio and workshop reside under live oaks, adding to the site’s charm.
Eagle’s Eye View
Experience the formal beauty of Eagle’s Eye View, where shaded gardens lead to breathtaking views of Port Royal Sound. The journey through camellias, azaleas and hydrangeas culminates in a pool garden that perfectly complements the natural backdrop.
Garden of Essential Elements
Breaking the mold of traditional garden tours, the Garden of Essential Elements reflects its owner’s artistic spirit. Plants and artwork merge in this small garden, offering a journey through creatively used spaces and a unique vibrancy.
Our Glorious Gardens
In the wake of Hurricane Matthew, a retirement community reimagined its landscape into a lush oasis. Stroll among live oaks and flowering plants, enjoy the butterfly garden, and embrace the serenity of this rejuvenated space.
Whispering Oaks
Venture into the heart of Rose Dhu Plantation to discover Whispering Oaks. What was once a dense,
woodland forest has been transformed since 2019 by its owners into a haven of productive gardens and orchards. Seasonal vegetables, perennial flowers and herbs flourish here, creatively shielded from deer. Trails wind around the property, revealing the landscape’s
homeowner-managed beauty.
