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Plant Sale - Spring 2025

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Historic Columbia's

Spring Plant Sale Information

Celebrate spring at our Plant Sale! Browse heirloom flowers, shrubs, vegetables, and perennials, all grown in Historic Columbia’s gardens. All selections are integral to the stories we share and many are rare or hard-to-find. Our horticulture experts will be on-site with tips and recommendations. Don’t miss this opportunity to refresh your garden and connect with fellow green thumbs.

Plant Sale Schedule

Thursday, April 10, 2025 | 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. (HC Members-Only Early Access)
Friday, April 11, 2025 | 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. 


Become a Historic Columbia member at any level to gain admission to the exclusive members-only early access sale!

🌱 Member Pre-Sale Has Ended – But You Can Still Shop!

Plant Sale Phone

Please note that as of April 9 at noon, our exclusive member pre-sale has now concluded. But don’t worry — there are still plenty of plants ready to find their new homes! Members are welcome (and encouraged!) to shop during our in-person plant sale. Hours listed above. Come browse a wide selection of native, heirloom, and hard-to-find plants perfect for your garden. Not a member yet? Join today to enjoy early access next time — plus other great perks all year long! #list

🌱 Spring Plant Sale List 🌱

See everything up for grabs this year, including Members Online Pre-Sale Exclusives!

View Plant Sale List
  • Parking

    There is free street parking located around the Hampton-Preston Mansion. Please obey all posted parking signs. 

    Following your purchase, the back entrance on Laurel Street may be used to load your vehicle.

  • Weather

    In the event of rain or inclement weather, the Plant Sale will be held in the Boyd Foundation Horticultural Center, located at the rear of the Hampton-Preston Mansion Gardens.

  • Gardens

    Our gardens are open for visitation all week long! Check here for more details.

  • Questions?

    Rebecca Townsend, Horticulturist
    rtownsend@historiccolumbia.org
    (803) 252-7742 ext. 27 

History is alive at our

Public Gardens

Our 14 acres of historically-inspired landscapes in the heart of Robert Mills Historic District feature heirloom plantings popular with gardeners over the past two centuries.

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Columbia, SC 29201

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Columbia, SC 29201

Questions? Call (803) 252-7742.

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