The Lowcountry is a prime place for gardening. With the weather being quite favorable year-round, there’s an opportunity to grow a variety of plants, flowers, trees, fruits and vegetables. Our local environment lays the foundation and with these gardening tips, you can watch your outdoor sanctuary flourish. We cover gardening in all four seasons, as well as florals for indoor use. We provide tips such as how to keep the animals out, how to bring the wanted ones in, how to winterize your garden and more. We also share some of the Lowcountry’s top gardens to spark your inspiration. Find out what to grow in which month and discover our favorite flower picks. Happy planting!
Certified professional horticulturist and manager of The Green Thumb Suzanne Barton shares her go-to Mother’s Day blooms, smart strategies for beating the heat and fresh herbs to elevate a simple glass of iced tea.
Warm, mostly sunny days and a busy month in the garden hallmark the April 2026 edition of Lowcountry Almanac, informed by the 2026 Old Farmer’s Almanac and Grow Great Vegetables South Carolina.
From selecting vibrant red geraniums to celebrate the RBC Heritage golf tournament to growing summer veggies on your porch, this guide covers everything Lowcountry gardeners need to keep their yards in bloom.
Spring is the ideal time to rethink your landscape in the Lowcountry, where beauty and function must work hand in hand. From plant selection to layout and long-term maintenance, six local pros share practical advice for creating outdoor spaces that flourish through the seasons.
With expert-backed DIY solutions to repot plants and manage pests, this guide offers simple, effective ways to help your garden thrive now and return stronger year after year.
This guide to the Coastal Discovery Museum’s Native Plant Sale rounds up all the plants on sale to refine your shopping list and help you garden smarter this spring.
Create a pollinator-friendly garden with blooms that are beautiful, low-maintenance and support Lowcountry wildlife. Plus, learn how to care for them and what pollinators they may attract.
Growing Asian herbs at home is easy in the Lowcountry’s warm, forgiving climate. From fragrant basil to bright lemongrass, these eight low-maintenance herbs thrive in coastal gardens and bring fresh, authentic flavor straight from garden to wok.
Owner of Helena Hills Farm Chrissy Mozeleski shares her go-to tips for seed-starting and setting up a successful growing season.
Early spring in the Lowcountry calls for restraint, texture and quiet beauty. In this month’s featured floral, Kim Epley of The Studio at Farmer Blue uses a soft white palette to create an arrangement that feels calm, intentional and perfectly in tune with the season’s subtle shift.