Plan Your Day

Celebrate the public opening of the new gardens at Colonial Lake! City officials, key supporters and Conservancy staff will greet you as we open the festival.

Get inspired as you learn about the Idea Garden, the plants within it, and the thought behind their selection. Discover how each plant contributes to a beautiful, functional garden, designed to spark creativity and gardening ideas.

Let the Conservancy help turn your park inspiration into reality! Browse a curated plant palette designed to thrive in Charleston's unique environments. Proceeds support the Charleston Parks Conservancy’s mission to enhance 26 local parks, gardens, and trails.

The Buxton Books Garden Bookstore will feature a curated selection of inspiring gardening, design, and lifestyle books by our expert speakers. Get your book personalized and meet renowned authors at book signings throughout the day. Full schedule coming soon!

Watch artist Mary Hoffman of Mary Hoffman Fine Art create a stunning plein air painting right before your eyes as she captures the landscape in real-time, showcasing the beauty of outdoor painting.

Learn how to capture the beauty of flowers and nature using just your smartphone. Enhance your photography skills with tips and tricks for stunning nature shots from professional photographer Anne Caufmann of Photography by Anne.

Watch as topiary artist Mike Gibson transforms greenery into stunning sculptures using expert techniques. Learn about the artistry behind topiary and get inspired by this unique, living form of garden design.

Dig, plant, play, and learn! This hands-on garden space invites kids and teens to explore nature through fun activities, creative play, and interactive learning stations — all centered around the joy of gardening.