Culinary Herbs & Fragrant Blooms: Your Guide to Growing Charleston’s Most Flavorful Botanicals

Every great garden balances beauty and purpose—something I’ve cherished since my earliest days tending Charleston soil. In my Charleston Magazine feature, I explored the herbs and edible flowers that make our Lowcountry gardens as useful as they are lovely.

Herbs Worth Growing

• Rosemary: A hardy, aromatic staple for Charleston’s climate (and stunning in cottage garden floral designs).

• Lavender: Fragrant, drought-tolerant, and perfect for drying in bundles.

• Mint: Rapidly spreading, ideal for shady spots—use leaves in tea or as garnishes.

Edible Flowers with Dual Purpose

• Nasturtiums: Peppery blooms that elevate salads and luxury floral arrangements.

• Borage: Star-shaped blue flowers that attract pollinators while brightening cocktails.

• Pansies: Frost-tolerant and perfect for decorating cakes or floating in bowls.

Pro Tip: Pair these creations with our cottage garden floral designs for events where every detail, down to the last bloom, feels harmoniously wild and intentional.

Inspired? Read my full Charleston Magazine guide here or book our floral services to bring garden-to-table elegance to your next event.