Plan Your Day

October 18, 2025
Colonial Lake, Ashley Avenue and Broad Street, Charleston, SC
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Don’t miss our full day of interactive experiences that will take place throughout the day in the scenic ten-acre park at Colonial Lake. Learn what to grow in your own garden at our docent-led activation stations, relax on a bench, listen to music and take in the beauty of the garden, or purchase plants for your garden or books for your personal garden library.

Full details & schedule coming soon!

  • Plant Sale

    Plant From Your Parks Plant Sale

    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 SEWE Discovery Garden Kids Zone

    The SEWE Discovery Garden Kids Zone

    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.

  • Mary Hoffman Fine Art

    Live Plein Air Painting

    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.

  • Photography by Anne

    Blooms Through the Lens

    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.

  • Mike Gibson

    Live Topiary Shaping Demonstration with Mike Gibson

    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.

  • Pink foxglove flowers blooming in a garden with purple and white flowers and green foliage, background blurred with orange and green trees.

    Home & Garden Pop-Up by Elizabeth Stuart

    Shop the Home & Garden Pop-Up by Elizabeth Stuart for a curated collection inspired by Elizabeth’s travels around the world.

  • Buxton Books Garden Bookstore

    Buxton Books Garden Bookstore

    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!

  • Ribbon cutting

    The Garden Club of Charleston Pop-Up Store

    Be among the first to get the newest Gardeners’ Guide for the Lowcountry. Combining Clemson research with local expertise, plus flower care tips, quick-reference tabs, a glossary, and full-color imagery, it’s your ultimate gardening companion.

  • Ask An Expert Gardener with Charleston Horticultural Society

    Bring your gardening questions and curiosity! Local experts from the Charleston Horticultural Society will be on hand to share advice, tips, and inspiration to help you grow healthy plants and beautiful gardens with confidence.