Courses

(GAR10226) BONSAI: THE LIVING ART OF CREATING MINIATURE TREES

Learn the art of bonsai by creating miniature trees from seed, collected, or nursery material. This beginner-friendly course covers essential techniques, culminating in transforming a live tree into a bonsai.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

(GAR10326) CULTIVATING CONNECTIONS FLOWERS, FOOD, AND SUSTAINABILITY IN THE LOWCOUNTRY

The Lowcountry is rich in natural beauty, sustainable farming, and community traditions that connect us to the land. In this course, you'll explore horticulture, pollinators, native plants, and sustainable agriculture through the voices of local growers and experts. Participants will have the opportunity on Thursday, October 8, to take guided visits to area farms, including Helena Hills Farm, D&S Plantation, and Rollen's Raw Grains. More details will be provided in class.

October 5-8, 2026, Bluffton campus

(GAR10426) FALL AND WINTER PLANTINGS: ADDING COLOR, TEXTURE AND DRAMA

The instructor will bring in several live plants of the Lowcountry that thrive during the winter months and will add color, texture, and drama to your landscape.

Thursday, October 8, 2026, Hilton Head Island campus

(GAR10526) NATIVE PLANTS

Native Plant Week is designated by the South Carolina Legislature. Join Laura Lee Rose for an overview of the best native plants for the Lowcountry.

Wednesday, October 14, 2026, Beaufort campus