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English formality and the traditional pocket gardens found in this beautiful city. Wander through manicured hedges and symmetrical patterns, evoking classic English gardens before seamlessly transitioning into the serene, free-flowing beauty of Lowcountry grasses and flora. The garden pays homage to the pocket gardens of Charleston with reclaimed materials, handmade brick and wrought iron. The centrepiece of the formal garden is a classical antique water feature inspired by the iconic Chapel Street Fountian. The harmonious coexistence of two distinct styles reflects Charleston's versatile landscapes, a blend of tradition and innovation with beauty in every turn. Award Recognition ------------- - ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/awards/rhs-silver-medal/icon.webp) Silver Medal RHS The people behind it Designer ---------- - [ ![Sadie May Stowell](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/people/sadie-may-stowell/profile_photo.jpg) Sadie May Stowell Designer Gardens By Sadie May ](https://gardensdb.com/people/sadie-may-stowell) Photography Gallery --------- ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/72cb6d1f-d1a5-44cc-8371-2eba418468ce/conversions/image_1-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/ecd0fa1c-e450-4061-a9e8-d51493f0fe7e/conversions/image_2-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/922f3922-5d08-46a7-b93e-5b205756628d/conversions/image_3-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/904cb500-7f17-478a-be15-301543aa2ef1/conversions/image_4-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/2a65af27-2c6d-41f1-8e07-b9c70bfffd60/conversions/image_5-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/3b46a02d-7d75-4c7c-b816-de32d45ed658/conversions/image_6-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/ca9612dd-676a-46ca-9f62-6f50a4bb1f74/conversions/image_7-gallery.webp) ![]() / Photo: Brought to life by Organisations --------------- ### Design Studio 1 - [ ![Gardens By Sadie May](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/studios/gardens-by-sadie-may/logo.webp?v=ec6c6a3e-b1c9-4e68-9659-c204723f12ff) Gardens By Sadie May ](https://gardensdb.com/studios/gardens-by-sadie-may) ### Landscaper 1 - [ ![Gardens By Sadie May](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/studios/gardens-by-sadie-may/logo.webp?v=ec6c6a3e-b1c9-4e68-9659-c204723f12ff) Gardens By Sadie May ](https://gardensdb.com/studios/gardens-by-sadie-may) ### Sponsor 1 - [ ![Explore Charelston](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/explore-charelston/logo.webp) Explore Charelston ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/explore-charelston) With thanks to Additional sponsors --------------------- - [ Explore Charleston ](https://www.charlestoncvb.com/) - [ Brand USA ](https://www.thebrandusa.com/) ![](/images/leaf_icon.svg) Gardens**DB** The world's largest collection of show gardens online, kept free, kept current, and shaped by the community that uses it. 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