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Charleston is often described as "a city set in a garden," and anyone who has visited our southern city or is lucky enough to call Charleston home understands why. This West Ashley project started as a blank slate and we worked with the client to create a classic Charleston landscape with cottage garden vibes, perfect for their family's lifestyle.

Designing a private retreat in your Charleston yard is easier than you may think. Transport yourself to a tropical destination without ever leaving your home with these four tips!

Summer is in full swing and one of the hardest parts of a summer in the south is keeping your garden lush and beautiful through the heat! Instead of fighting the sun this season, incorporate plants in your garden that thrive in our extreme conditions.

It's July in Charleston so the number one thing on everyone's mind is how to stay cool in this heat! Summer in the south brings heat and humidity and we think the only way to spend any time outside is by the water. If you're fed up with sand and tired of fighting through beach traffic, you need a cowboy pool! A 'cowboy pool' or 'ranch pool' is a unique take a backyard pool, typically utilizing a stock tank. This charming feature is becoming more and more popular and we can't

One of our favorite ways to welcome a new season in Charleston is by refreshing our container gardens! There are many factors to think about when creating a container garden and the list of considerations only increases in the summer.

Happy National Pollinator Week! 🐝 🪲 Join us this week in celebrating the vital role pollinators play in our eco system and raise awareness for their improved health and protection.

Scroll through this private Downtown Charleston garden for inspo and tips for your cottage garden in the Lowcountry!

Summer is just around the corner and in Charleston, that typically means daily afternoon thunder storms! Shop water loving flood in our new flood tolerant section!

Join the gardening fun this season and refresh your houseplants this spring!

Gardening with native plants! Learn more about why gardening with native plants is important, a few tips for "rewilding" your lawn, and some of our favorite native plants.

The Peggy Martin Rose has proven to be salt and moisture tolerant, making it a perfect addition to your Charleston garden.

Charleston is in full bloom this May and we're excited to get planting together! Let us help you find the perfect pot and plant pairing to fit your needs this season!

Spring is finally here and people are looking for ways to connect with nature this season! Being able to bring greenery, blooms, and branches (that you grew!) into your home is as rewarding as it is beautiful!

Think funky foliage and bold blooms for your tropical oasis in Charleston! Check out our three favorite tropicals!

Low light never means no light, but some houseplants are better equipped to survive in areas with lower light. Here are our favorites!