What to Plant in South Carolina
Your complete gardening guide for South Carolina (USDA Zones 7–9, typically Zone 8). Browse 1859 varieties across 28 categories — covering every zone in the state.
Last Frost
February 15 – April 1
By zone (9 → 7)
First Frost
October 30 – December 1
By zone (7 → 9)
Growing Season
210–290 days
Shortest → longest
Varieties
1859
across 28 categories
Growing Season
Plant after March 15 · Harvest before November 15
South Carolina · Zones 7–9
All Zone 8 plants →South Carolina spans Zones 7–9. The timeline above shows typical Zone 8 dates — your specific zone may vary by elevation and microclimate.
Best Crops for South Carolina
1,859 varieties across 28 categories
Alliums
44 varieties for South Carolina
Onions, garlic, leeks, shallots, and chives.
Beans & Legumes
84 varieties for South Carolina
Bush beans, pole beans, lentils, and more. Easy-to-grow protein for every garden.
Berries & Fruits
36 varieties for South Carolina
Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and small fruits for the home garden.
Brassicas
79 varieties for South Carolina
Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, and kohlrabi.
Corn
32 varieties for South Carolina
Sweet corn, popcorn, flour corn, and ornamental varieties.
Cucumbers
31 varieties for South Carolina
Slicing, pickling, and specialty cucumbers for every garden size.
Eggplants
29 varieties for South Carolina
Globe, Japanese, Thai, and specialty eggplant varieties.
Flowers
523 varieties for South Carolina
Annual, perennial, and cut flowers to beautify your garden year-round.
Fruit Trees
31 varieties for South Carolina
Apple, pear, cherry, peach, and citrus trees for the home orchard.
Grasses & Bamboo
35 varieties for South Carolina
Ornamental grasses, lawn grasses, and bamboo varieties for structure and movement.
Ground Covers
24 varieties for South Carolina
Low-growing plants that spread to cover soil, reduce weeds, and prevent erosion.
Herbs
93 varieties for South Carolina
Culinary and medicinal herbs. Growing guides from basil to thyme.
Lettuce & Salad Greens
110 varieties for South Carolina
Romaine, butterhead, looseleaf, and specialty salad greens for every season.
Melons
38 varieties for South Carolina
Watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, and specialty melons.
Microgreens
57 varieties for South Carolina
Nutrient-dense seedlings harvested in 7-14 days. The fastest crop you can grow.
Native Wildflowers
87 varieties for South Carolina
Region-native wildflowers that support pollinators and require minimal maintenance.
Nut Trees
24 varieties for South Carolina
Pecan, walnut, almond, hazelnut, and chestnut trees for home orchards.
Ornamental Trees
34 varieties for South Carolina
Flowering and decorative trees for landscaping. Dogwoods, magnolias, Japanese maples, and more.
Peas
35 varieties for South Carolina
Snap peas, snow peas, shelling peas, and pea shoots.
Peppers
73 varieties for South Carolina
Hot peppers, sweet peppers, and everything in between. Find your perfect heat level.
Root Vegetables
56 varieties for South Carolina
Carrots, beets, turnips, radishes, and other underground crops.
Roses
55 varieties for South Carolina
Hybrid teas, floribundas, climbers, shrub roses, and old garden varieties.
Shade Trees
35 varieties for South Carolina
Large canopy trees for shade, privacy, and property value. Oaks, maples, elms, and more.
Shrubs & Hedges
47 varieties for South Carolina
Flowering and evergreen shrubs for borders, hedges, and foundation plantings.
Squash & Cucumbers
60 varieties for South Carolina
Summer squash, winter squash, zucchini, and cucumbers.
Tomatoes
90 varieties for South Carolina
From heirloom beefsteaks to cherry varieties. Growing guides for every tomato type.
Tropical Plants
9 varieties for South Carolina
Exotic tropical plants including palms, gingers, hibiscus, and bird of paradise.
Vines & Climbers
8 varieties for South Carolina
Climbing plants for trellises, arbors, and walls. Clematis, wisteria, jasmine, and more.