How to Style Your Lowcountry Backyard With Flowers

Earthworks Landscape shares simple, design-forward ways to layer flowers and greenery for more texture, color and curb appeal in outdoor spaces.

Story by Alea Wilkins
Photography by Elizabeth Turner

When flowers are blooming, the outdoors comes to life. While an expansive garden is sure to enchant, maintenance demands and space limitations can dampen backyard botanical dreams. If you’re short on space, Earthworks Landscape shares three creative horticultural ideas that can make any home bloom.

Garden in layers

A garden doesn’t need to be overflowing to feel full. Layering flowers of different heights, textures and colors builds depth within planting beds, creating a richer, more balanced look. On the exterior of this Palmetto Bluff home, a combination of bold blooms, soft fillers and dense foliage creates a look that feels effortlessly lush. For creative homeowners, it’s also an opportunity to get their hands dirty. Take inspiration from the season, the home’s architecture or simply what speaks to you to create a meaningful, one-of-a-kind landscape.

Try raised planters

An easy way to elevate outdoor living? Raised planters. In this Rose Hill garden, tall planters bring drama and dimension through their height, helping even shorter plants appear grand. Beyond flowers, raised planters also provide fertile ground for fresh herbs. Fill them with basil, mint or other favorite herbs for a miniature garden that looks beautiful, smells heavenly and tastes just as good as it looks.

Pick decorative planters that make a statement

A well-placed planter can transform a simple outdoor space into a paradise. Along the walkway of this Habersham home, a tropical arrangement adds warmth and vibrancy to an otherwise understated setting. Its stone urn, beautifully weathered, feels timeless and elegant, drawing the eye as visitors approach the front door. When curated with intention, small floral touches can make a big impact.