Here Are The 13 Most Beautiful Gardens You'll Ever See In South Carolina
Gwen Tennille
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South Carolina sure is a beauty. From our picture-perfect coastlines to our sublime state parks, The Palmetto State has some truly spectacular scenic places. So slow down and take time to stop and smell the roses – literally! Here are the most beautiful gardens in South Carolina that are sure to delight:
1. The Pearl Fryar Topiary Garden, Bishopville
2. Brookgreen Gardens, Murrells Inlet
3. Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Charleston
4. Hopeland Gardens, Aiken
5. Cypress Gardens, Moncks Corner
6. South Carolina Botanical Gardens, Clemson
7. W. Gordon Belser Arboretum, Columbia
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8. Falls Park on the Reedy, Greenville
9. Kalmia Gardens, Hartsville
10. Edisto Memorial Gardens, Orangeburg
11. Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve, Spartanburg
12. Walnut Grove Plantation, Roebuck
13. Swan Lake-Iris Gardens, Sumter
We should all get out and smell the roses – and what better place to do that than these beautiful spots that are among the best gardens in South Carolina! Which is your favorite? Please let us know in the comments below!
And for more picture-perfect places in The Palmetto State, be sure to visit these 10 stunning South Carolina spots.
Do you like to garden at home? Check out this great resource: Gardening Notes for South Carolina.
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Does South Carolina have any U-Pick flower gardens?
If the above list of beautiful gardens in South Carolina inspired you, definitely check out the following:
- U Pick Daffodils in Bluffton: As you wander throughout the beautiful, yellow daffodil plants, you’ll feel the warmth of spring upon the bright flowers. This small, family-run operation only runs when the yellow flowers are plentiful, so make sure to call ahead, but typically early spring are prime times to pick your own daffodils at U Pick Daffodils in South Carolina. And at just 30 cents per stem, you can pick a big, beautiful bouquet of these happy little flowers.
- Thompson Family Farms in Campobello: Tulips and Sunflower Picking
What are the most beautiful places to visit in South Carolina?
From the stunning views of the mountains in upstate South Carolina to the sandy beaches on the coast, South Carolina is a true natural beauty. A few of our top picks for the most beautiful places in South Carolina include:
- Yellow Branch Falls in Oconee, one of there most spectacular waterfalls in the state.
- One of the oldest living trees in North America, Angel Oak of St. John's Island is sure to take your breath away.
- The Low Country marshes of Kiawah Island are home to an abundance of wildlife, especially birds, and you'll see some of the most spectacular sunsets here, too.
- Finally, Jones Gap State Park is an underrated gem in South Carolina; from its epic panoramas to fairy tale forests, this is definitely a place to take in the beauty of The Palmetto State.
What are South Carolina's most picturesque state parks?
State parks are perhaps the most overlooked source of beauty in South Carolina, offering incredible scenery, waterfalls, beaches, and even "bonus" features like treetop or canopy walks. One of our favorite state park in South Carolina is Hunting Island State Park, which is not only the most visited in South Carolina but one of the top most popular parks in the entire United States! The barrier island has incredible sights that you can enjoy from the trails or campsites, where you can revel in the jaw dropping views of the lighthouse and pristine, natural island habitat. It's a must-visit place in South Carolina, for sure.