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A 6" potted rabbit's foot fern with furry legs or feet hanging over the sides of the pot. Footed fern in the greenhouse at Meeting Green in Charleston.

Plant Spotlight: Rabbit's Foot Fern

Ferns are our go to plant for low light, lots of texture, and interesting foliage. With over 10,000 known varieties of ferns, and many more being discovered in tropical areas today, there's a type of fern for every plant lover!

PLANT SPOTLIGHT

5 days ago

Shade plants in shade of pink, purple, and green like fatsia, ivy, coral bells, triostar, and lamium in a green pot by Meeting Green in Charleston, SC.

Spring Shade Containers in Charleston

If you have empty pots on a covered porch or nestled under an oak tree, you may feel restricted by a lack of sunlight. In the shadier spots of your space, you have to reframe how you think about designing container gardens. You can't depend on bold blooms, so you have to focus on layering funky foliage and adding interesting texture.

SEASONAL

Apr 6

Two potted Easter Lilies in bloom at Meeting Green in Charleston, SC plant store.

plant spotlight: easter lilies in charleston

Lilium longiflorum or Easter Lily has narrow, dark green leaves and showy white trumpet shaped flowers. The blooms are fragrant and a traditional symbol of hope and life during the Easter season.

PLANT SPOTLIGHT

Mar 30

Charleston, SC backyard landscape with turf, a paver patio, concrete bed with ledge lighting, japanese maples, azaleas, camellias, and other lush evergreen perennials.

garden ideas: add charleston charm with a rustic garden shed

Here are three things we did to add some Charleston charm to this space. Use these gardening tips in your yard this spring!

GET PLANTING

Mar 25

Container Garden with lobelia and carex feather falls by Meeting Green in Charleston, SC.

tips for container gardening in charleston

Ready to get planting this spring? We're sharing our tips & tricks for successful container gardening in Charleston this spring.

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Mar 19

A ripening citrus tree at Meeting Green in Charleston, South Carolina.

growing citrus in charleston

Ready to starting growing citrus in Charleston? Last week, we hosted Citrus 101 with Zack Snipes from Clemson Extension. Read what we learned!

EDIBLE

Mar 16

spring garden gifts for easter and mother's day in charleston

Meeting Green is your one stop shop for spring gifting! From garden gadgets to floral wrapping paper, we have everything you need for a successful Easter, Mother's Day, or a 'just because' present.

SEASONAL

Mar 10

The Ruby ruffle peach tree with thick clusters of dark pink blooms at Meeting Green in Charleston, SC

ornamental early spring blooming trees

March brings beautiful blooms to the Lowcountry! If you're hoping to add a little height and early spring color to your space, ornamental early spring blooming trees make great a great addition to your garden!

Mar 3

A terracotta pot used as a container garden with a large elephant ear and other seasonal plants by Meeting Green

charleston container gardening in spring: the power of planting in pots

Container gardening in Charleston breaths life into the city every spring. From overflowing window baskets to porch pots full of color, there are blooms around every corner. Get planting with Meeting Green this season!

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Feb 23

Yellow nemesia flower for pots and container gardens at Meeting Green in Charleston, South Carolina

early spring flowers in charleston for your container gardens

If you're ready to refresh your containers for the upcoming spring season, these are the late winter and early spring flowers in Charleston we'd recommend.

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Feb 16

Red anthurium bloom on a lush green plants in the greenhouse at Meeting Green in Charleston, SC.

gifts for plant lovers this valentine's day

If you have a plant lover in your life, we're bringing you unique ways to show your special someone you care! From heart shaped plants to botanical themed cards, Meeting Green is your one stop shop for practical gifts for plant lovers.

SEASONAL

Feb 11

valentine's day flower bar in charleston

Meeting Green's annual Pop Up Flower Bar is back just in time for Valentine's Day! Don't stress about Valentine's Day plans and bring your loved ones to Meeting Green! All the details: ❤️ Fresh flowers will be set up in the shop so you can build your own bundle! Flower are priced per stem, so grab a single bloom or build a beautiful bouquet. The possibilities are endless! ❤️ Flowers + small sips & treats will be available during our regular business hours Feb. 11 - Feb. 15th!

Feb 2