Plants That Work in the Lowcountry

Thu Feb 27 2025 at 11:30 am to 12:30 pm UTC-05:00

Clemson Extension TEACH Center | Charleston

Amy Dabbs, Clemson Extension Statewide School & Community Gardening Coordinator
Publisher/HostAmy Dabbs, Clemson Extension Statewide School & Community Gardening Coordinator
Plants That Work in the Lowcountry
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Bring your lunch and join us for a Clemson Extension TEACH Center Lunch and Learn!
About this Event

Are you new to South Carolina’s Lowcountry and looking to start your gardening journey? This presentation is tailored to help you navigate the region’s unique climate and set your garden up for success! Designed with new gardeners in mind, this engaging presentation covers essential topics, including:

  1. Plants That Thrive in the Lowcountry's Climate
    Discover resilient plants perfectly suited to the Lowcountry's heat and humidity. Learn where to purchase these climate-friendly varieties to start your garden with confidence.
  2. Plant Care and Fertilization
    Understand the basics of proper plant care, including watering, soil health, and selecting the right fertilizers to promote strong and healthy growth.
  3. Pest Control Tips
    Get practical strategies for identifying and managing common garden pests while protecting your plants in an eco-friendly way.

This presentation is ideal for gardeners eager to create thriving, sustainable landscapes in South Carolina’s Lowcountry. Join us and grow your gardening knowledge!

About the Instructor

Debra Cosbey, originally from Indiana, is a lifelong gardener with a Master’s in Special Education. After retiring to Summerville, SC, in 2015, she became a Clemson Master Gardener (2017) and now serves as President of the Camellia Garden Club of Greater Charleston. A lifetime member of the Garden Club of South Carolina and the National Garden Club, she has earned recognition from the National Wildlife Association. Debra volunteers as a docent for Magnolia Plantation and the Historic Charleston Foundation and is a member of the Charleston Horticulture Association, continuing to share her passion for gardening and conservation across the Lowcountry.



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Clemson Extension TEACH Center, 2070 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, Charleston, United States

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