Growing History July 18, 2009

What makes a garden an "heirloom" garden? What can gardens tell you about the work, diet, and lifestyles of individuals, families, and communities of 19th century South Carolina? Redcliffe's heirloom and herb gardens offer visitors a chance to explore these questions and much more. Participants will learn about the varieties of vegetables and herbs used by the Hammond family and persons enslaved on their plantations and receive tips on how to plant their own heirloom garden from a volunteer Master Gardener.