Ornamental grasses bring movement, texture, and quiet sophistication to landscapes. Their swaying forms soften hardscapes, fill bare spaces, and provide year-round visual interest with minimal maintenance. From fine, airy plumes to bold architectural clumps, grasses are as versatile as they are timeless.
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Below, we highlight some of the most beloved ornamental grasses for southeastern landscapes, each offering unique beauty and practical advantages.

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Ornamental grasses are unmatched in their ability to deliver movement, structure, and subtle elegance. Whether choosing natives like Pink Muhly Grass, Switchgrass, and Purple Lovegrass for ecological value, or evergreens like Lomandra and Liriope for year-round dependability, these plants prove that understated beauty can make the strongest impact.

​As summer’s intensity fades and Charleston begins to enjoy cooler days, now is the perfect time to start planning for the seasons ahead. While fall planting season is just around the corner, the shift in temperatures makes this the ideal moment to think strategically about your outdoor spaces. 

Looking for inspiration but not quite ready for a full landscape design? Our Quick Sketch service is a free, in-store opportunity to consult with one of our Nursery Professionals and explore ideas for your landscape. This service is best for smaller spaces (approximately 200 square feet), like refreshing a garden bed, selecting foundation plantings, creating privacy, or adding seasonal color.

Think of the Quick Sketch as a jump-start to your ideas - you’ll leave with a basic concept and plant suggestions that you can implement right away with materials from our Garden Center. It’s fast, simple, and the perfect first step if you’re testing out new ideas.

Book a Quick Sketch today and let’s spark your vision for your outdoor space!

If your vision goes beyond a bed refresh and you’re imagining a comprehensive transformation of part or all of your property, our Professional Design & Installation service is the path for you. This begins with an in-yard consultation, where one of our experienced designers meets you on-site to understand your goals, assess your space, and provide a custom quote for a landscape plan that brings your vision to life.

From hardscaping and large-scale plantings to creating outdoor living spaces, our design and installation team handles every detail. This is a full-service experience - from planning and sourcing to expert installation - that ensures your investment results in a cohesive, beautiful, and lasting landscape.

​Book an In-Yard Consultation and let’s get your complete landscape project underway.

• Cooler weather gives both you and your plants a head start.
  
  
• Fall planting allows trees, shrubs, and perennials to establish roots before next summer’s heat.
  
  
• Early planning ensures you’re first in line for design and installation, avoiding spring rush delays.
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Whether you’re after a simple sketch to inspire your next trip to the Garden Center or a full professional plan to reimagine your property, now is the time to take the first step.

Browse our plant selection online and start envisioning the possibilities for your outdoor space today!

If you’ve lived in the Lowcountry long enough, you know camellias are more than just plants - they’re part of Charleston’s story. These graceful evergreens bring timeless Southern beauty to our gardens, with glossy foliage and blooms that brighten even the grayest winter days. At Brownswood Nursery & Landscape, we carry a wide selection of camellias - sasanqua, japonica, sinensis, and hybrids - each with its own character and best use in the landscape. Let’s walk through the options so you can pick the perfect fit for your Charleston garden.

Camellias are hardy but reward proper planting and care with decades of beauty. Here’s how to set them up for success:

• Site Selection: Choose a location with partial shade (morning sun, afternoon shade is best). Protection from harsh winds helps preserve blooms.
• Soil: Camellias prefer slightly acidic, well-draining soil.
• Planting: Dig a wide, shallow hole—camellias don’t like being planted too deep.

Whether you want the early flush of sasanquas, the bold winter color of japonicas, the fragrance and history of sinensis, or the novelty of hybrids, camellias are truly the queens of the Charleston garden. With the right selection and care, they’ll be a legacy in your landscape - bringing beauty for generations.
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Visit us at Brownswood Nursery & Landscape and let our team help you find the camellia that speaks to your garden’s story.