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2 Tickets to Boone Hall and a Gift Basket of Assorted Goods item
2 Tickets to Boone Hall and a Gift Basket of Assorted Goods
$65

Starting bid

Enjoy a trip for two to Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens in Charleston. Explore the historic grounds and beautiful gardens, plus savor delicious sundries from their roadside market and do some gardening of your own with the included gift basket!


Valued at $135.00

Donation courtesy of Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens


Boone Hall is only closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and two special Sundays each year (Wine Under the Oaks in December + Lowcountry Oyster Festival in February) Otherwise, typical hours of operation are 9a-5p Monday through Saturday and Noon-5p Sunday.

2 Tickets to Middleton Place item
2 Tickets to Middleton Place
$30

Starting bid

Enjoy a day exploring the historic grounds and beautiful gardens of Middleton Place in Charleston with two admission tickets. Your admission tickets include access to 65 acres of formal gardens, exhibits, artisans, and daily guided tours.


Valued at $70.00

Donation courtesy of Middleton Place Foundation


Valid thru September 30, 2027. Closes at 1:00 Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.

2 Tickets to Magnolia Plantation & Gardens item
2 Tickets to Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
$30

Starting bid

Enjoy a day for two exploring the beautiful gardens and historic grounds of Magnolia Plantation & Gardens in Charleston. Each pass includes access to Magnolia’s 66-acre garden, 6 miles of biking/walking trails, Audubon Swamp Garden, “From Slavery to Freedom” Tour, Wildlife Center, and House Tour. Additional tours may be purchased in person.


Valued at $70.00

Donation courtesy of Magnolia Plantation & Gardens


Tickets expire on September 2, 2027.

4 Grandstand Tickets to the Charleston RiverDogs item
4 Grandstand Tickets to the Charleston RiverDogs
$25

Starting bid

Enjoy a Charleston RiverDogs home baseball game for four people!


Valued at $60.00

Donation courtesy of the Charleston RiverDogs


Valid for the 2027 season. Tickets may be redeemed by contacting the Charleston RiverDogs at the phone number on the bottom of your voucher. Tickets are not valid for opening week and are subject to availability.

2 Tickets for each 2027 Kalmia Gardens' Lecture item
2 Tickets for each 2027 Kalmia Gardens' Lecture
$40

Starting bid

Two tickets for each Kalmia Gardens' Cultivating Knowledge: A Lecture Series in 2027. Two seats at each lecture will be reserved, for you and a guest. From gardening and local history, to wildlife and environmental topics, you have a year of learning ahead of you!


Nine lectures are held yearly, typically on the third Wednesday of the month between noon and 1pm. Lectures are not held in March, July, and December.


Valued at $90.00

Donation courtesy of Kalmia Gardens


Kalmia Gardens reserves the right to cancel any lecture for any reason. Dates of lectures may change.

Private Tour Hart House and Gardens for Up to 10 People item
Private Tour Hart House and Gardens for Up to 10 People
$45

Starting bid

Join a member of the Kalmia Gardens team for a private and informative tour of the historic Thomas E. Hart House and the surrounding gardens for up to ten people.


Valued at $100.00

Donation courtesy of Kalmia Gardens


Tours are available weekdays between 7am and 1pm. Tour must be scheduled in advance. Garden paths are unpaved and can be uneven.

Private Tour Hart House and Gardens for Up to 20 People item
Private Tour Hart House and Gardens for Up to 20 People
$90

Starting bid

Join a member of the Kalmia Gardens team for a private and informative tour of the historic Thomas E. Hart House and the surrounding gardens for up to ten people.


Valued at $200.00

Donation courtesy of Kalmia Gardens


Tours are available weekdays between 7am and 1pm. Tour must be scheduled in advance. Garden paths are unpaved and can be uneven.

California Incense Cedar (Calocedrus decurrens)
$35

Starting bid

A West Coast native conifer from the Moore Farms Botanical Garden collection, this arborvitae-like evergreen can grow to a large tree of 60'-80'+ over a long period of time. In its mature form incense cedar is a stately tree with pendulous branch ends and deeply ridged bark. As its name suggests, the foliage of this tree gives off a sweet evergreen fragrance when bruised or crushed. This plant is often hard-to-find on the East Coast but seems to be well-adapted given the proper environment. Needs well-drained site with adequate watering at planting and good supplemental watering during droughts. An afternoon shade or high canopy shade is ideal for slowly acclimating this tree to its new planting environment. Keep surrounding vegetation controlled and/or to a minimum as residual humidity and poor air flow can quickly kill these trees here. USDA Zones 5-8. 3 gallon container.


Valued at $80.00

Donation courtesy of Moore Farms Botanical Garden


Care and longevity of the plant are the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds are available in the event the plant begins to decline or die.

Brazilian Thatch Palm (Trithrinax brasiliensis)
$60

Starting bid

One of Moore Farms Botanical Garden's unique palm collection species, the Brazilian Thatch Palm has proven to be uniquely hardy as a mature plant near the Firetower Visitor Center. Native to high elevation cliffs and mountains in central South America, this unusual palm somewhat resembles a thicker-trunked windmill palm in form. Broad palmate fronds are subtended on the trunk by unique fibers that appear woven together. As this plant matures, these fibers increase in volume and begin to form a thatch-like layer with fibers terminating in spines. Plant this palm in decent sun exposure near a building or other heat-retaining structure and away from prevailing cold-season winds, as it benefits from winter buffering. Provide good moisture, particularly rainwater, as it establishes, but keep from getting too much moisture exposure during winter. USDA Zones 8-10. 3 gallon container.


Valued at $125.00

Donation courtesy of Moore Farms Botanical Garden


Care and longevity of the plant are the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds are available in the event the plant begins to decline or die.

Mexican Lobelia (Lobelia laxiflora)
$10

Starting bid

Own an unusual piece of Moore Farms Botanical Garden's plant collection - Mexican Lobelia (Lobelia laxiflora), considered the most drought-tolerant of our planting options for lobelia. This unique plant tends to be more tolerant of full sun. Give this perennial good drainage and particularly good winter drainage, as it does not do well with high winter moisture. Bright red/yellow flowers are truly a hummingbird favorite! USDA Zones 8-10. 1 gallon container.


Valued at $25.00

Donation courtesy of Moore Farms Botanical Garden


Care and longevity of the plant are the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds are available in the event the plant begins to decline or die.

'Ming Treasure' Ampliflora Iris
$10

Starting bid

A plant that has in recent years become one of the favorites of the Moore Farms Botanical Garden staff, 'Ming Treasure' (Iris amplifora 'Ming Treasure') is an absolute must-have for the perennial garden. Growing to a giant clump of rhizomes 4-5' wide in only a few years, the broad lush foliage of this iris can grow upwards of 3' tall with giant purple flowers above that! Arguably a top 5 performer of new plants that have been added to the Moore Farms Botanical Garden collection in the last few years. USDA Zones 6-9. 1 gallon container.


Valued at $25.00

Donation courtesy of Moore Farms Botanical Garden


Care and longevity of the plant are the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds are available in the event the plant begins to decline or die.

Orange Flame Justicia (Justicia chrysostephana)
$10

Starting bid

Proven hardy for Moore Farms Botanical Garden in the relentlessly challenging landscapes of downtown Lake City, orange flame shrimp/justicia plant acts as an herbaceous perennial in our area. Broad green leaves emerge in the springtime along lush stems that grow to 3-5' tall. As the growth matures, axillary bunches of vibrantly colored orange flowers burst into bloom and give any sunny area a tropical flair. Best sited with good sun exposure and decent summertime moisture, though it can take afternoon shade well. Take care to avoid wintertime residual moisture, as excess water can rot out this perennial. USDA Zones 8-11. 1 gallon container.


Valued at $30.00

Donation courtesy of Moore Farms Botanical Garden


Care and longevity of the plant are the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds are available in the event the plant begins to decline or die.

‘Red Velvet' Atlantic White Cedar
$15

Starting bid

Part of the Moore Farms Botanical Garden conifer collection, 'Red Velvet' (Chamaecyparis thyoides 'Red Velvet') is a unique cultivar of our native white cedar. 'Red Velvet' exhibits only the juvenile growth of the plant resulting in a soft fluffy-form conical plant. This specimen tolerates sun to some shade and a variety of soil types. Once established, this shrub can even tolerate some periods of drought but benefits from good watering at initial planting. Grows best and quickest in well-draining organic soil. USDA Zones 6-9, possibly colder. 1 gallon container.


Valued at $40.00

Donation courtesy of Moore Farms Botanical Garden


Care and longevity of the plant are the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds are available in the event the plant begins to decline or die.

'Rex' Rice Paper Plant (Tetrapanax papyrifer 'Rex')
$10

Starting bid

While bold texture foliage plants may be easier to come by in our region, giant rice paper plant provides a unique twist on the elephant ears and taros. Large fuzzy leaves on tall 5-7' stems provide a uniquely tropical feel to a garden and last all growing season. Like many subtropical foliage plants, this rhizomatous spreader is an herbaceous perennial, so be prepared to cut it back during the dormant winter months. Also as noted previously, this is a spreading perennial, so plant it with enough space to be enjoyed en masse. USDA Zones 7-10. 1 gallon container.


Valued at $30.00

Donation courtesy of Moore Farms Botanical Garden


Care and longevity of the plant are the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds are available in the event the plant begins to decline or die.

Wide-Leafed Dyckia (Dyckia platyphylla)
$10

Starting bid

A Moore Farms Botanical Garden mainstay, wide-leafed dyckia tolerates some of the toughest environments the garden has to offer. Likely a hybrid between species from Brazil, this drought-loving bromeliad relative grows in the gravelly soil next to the garden offices and receives no irrigation outside of waterings at initial planting. During bloom season in early spring, 3-5' tall spikes of neon orange flowers rise from the clumps of purple-hued leaves and make for a fascinating focal plant. Also does well in container gardens. USDA Zones 8-11. 1 gallon container.


Valued at $25.00

Donation courtesy of Moore Farms Botanical Garden


Care and longevity of the plant are the responsibility of the winning bidder. No refunds are available in the event the plant begins to decline or die.

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