Burke, has been in the landscaping business since 2000. She has maintained the landscaping for two local golf courses, managed a local nursery and currently works with Palmetto Coastal Landscaping Company that maintains the landscaping around Hampton Lake’s Amenities Village and common areas. She will discuss spring planting and landscape design during this lecture focusing on indigenous plants as well as varieties of turf and soils that work best in our environment. The meeting begins in the Lakehouse. then those interested in taking a guided plant tour around Hampton Lake’s Amenities Village are welcome to join. The event, which is free and open to the public, will be held at the Lakeview Room at Hampton Lake.
“Joy is extremely knowledgeable about area plants and landscaping and enjoys sharing her knowledge. This will be an excellent opportunity for those attending to learn more about spring plants and have landscape and gardening questions answered by an expert,” said Catherine Guscio, Director of Fun at Hampton Lake.
Following the lecture we encourage visitors to spend some time at Lakeside Amenity Village. Visit the Tackle Box, a general store and one-stop-shop for fishing supplies, Hampton Lake merchandise and Lowcountry-inspired gifts. Take this opportunity to enjoy Backwater Bill’s, the community’s casual lakefront restaurant, which will be open for lunch (credit card only). Call (843) 836-7475 for reservations.
For more information about the lecture call Catherine Guscio at 843.836-7463.
About Hampton Lake
Hampton Lake is a private lake community in Bluffton, S.C., comprising more than 900 acres. The community is a Reed Development project with 165-acres of freshwater lake and 340-acres of nature preserve. Built around the concept of connecting family and nature in a fun way, Hampton Lake offers open spaces, miles of trails and boardwalks, activity centers, pools, beaches, dining, and parks, all uniquely intertwined and interconnected. Also, the National Home Builders Association honored Hampton Lake by naming it “Best Community in America!” Its Lakeside Village was also selected as the “Best Community Facility in America!” in 2007. For more information, call (843) 836-5253.
