Best Plants For Lakewood, SC

A variety of plants are suitable for Lakewood's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8b, with average annual lows of 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Lakewood, SC based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Lakewood include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberry will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, begonia and camellia for the best results.

Heron with Prey Bronze Statue

Make a memorable impression with this striking bronze heron statue.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Trees for Lakewood

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Walnut

Catalpa Tree

Eastern Redbud

European Beech

Japanese Maple

Pear Tree

River Birch

Saucer Magnolia

Southern Live Oak

Southern Red Oak

Sugar Maple

Sweet Bay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Ash

Witch Hazel

Yoshino Cherry

Yulan Magnolia

Fruits for Lakewood

Apple

Apricot

Blackberry

Blueberry

Cherry

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Lime

Mulberry

Olive

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberry

Strawberries

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Flowers for Lakewood

Azalea

Begonia

Camellia

Chrysanthemums

Clematis

Coneflower

Cosmos

Dahlia

Daphne

Daylily

Gardenia

Geranium

Hydrangea

Iris

Lilac

Marigold

Peony

Roses

Viburnum

Wisteria

Vegetables for Lakewood

Beets

Bell Peppers

Broccoli

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Garlic

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Onions

Radish

Spinach

Sweet Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about plants for your area? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about what plants grow best in the Lakewood, SC climate.

Map of SC Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Lakewood ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of South Carolina.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Heron with Prey Bronze Statue

Make a memorable impression with this striking bronze heron statue.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Need Gardening Gear?

PlantGuideOnline.com has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Japanese Pagoda Garden Statue

Add a touch of feng shui to the garden with this popular pagoda statue.

Lakewood's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 8b in Lakewood, SC. This is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping to decide what plants would be suitable for the region's climate. According to our records, the average annual extreme minimum temperature in Lakewood is 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Lakewood, SC.

Map of Lakewood

Heavy Duty Garden Utility Wagon

Let gardeners haul it all with this rugged utility wagon from Gorilla Carts.

Are You Pooping? Sign

Funny cow sign, great for gardeners and farmers.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Fluffy Butt Hut Sign

For the chicken owner with a sense of humor.

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Tools You'll Love

PlantGuideOnline.com has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Fluffy Butt Hut Sign

For the chicken owner with a sense of humor.

Life Is Better w/ Chickens Sign

A heart warming sign for the chicken lover in your life.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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Premium Garden Tool Gift Set

Deluxe tools for the gardener in your life to work the earth.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Smart Hydroponic Growing System

An easy to use hydroponic system that you can manage from your phone.