By Chris Vincoli; Coordinator – SCNPS Upstate Plant Sales
The SCNPS Upstate Spring Plant Sale is almost here!
Join us at Conestee Stadium on Saturday, April 18 in Greenville.
Volunteers are the engine that makes this event go, and you can now sign up to help via this link! We have volunteer opportunities available for both Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18. No previous experience is required, just a willingness to pitch in and learn!
(Plus, all volunteers receive an exclusive perk—early access to the sale on Friday at 1pm!)
Event Details:
Saturday, April 18, 2026
9 AM to 1 PM
Conestee Park Stadium
840 Mauldin Road
Greenville, SC 29607
SCNPS Members will have access to the sale starting at 8:30 on Saturday morning. Sounds like the perfect reminder to renew your membership!
Event Highlights:
- Wide Variety of Plants: Get ready to explore our expansive selection of over 4,000 plants across more than 200 species, including native shrubs, trees, perennial wildflowers, ferns, vines, and grasses. You are sure to find something to enhance your outdoor space with species that thrive in our local ecosystem and contribute to regional biodiversity.
- Bring Your Own Cart: Given the expected turnout and the size of the venue, we recommend bringing your own cart or wagon to facilitate the transport of your plant purchases.
- Payment Options: We accept cash, checks, and credit cards, allowing you to quickly settle up at the main checkout.
Educational Exhibits and Guest Vendors:
- Educational Exhibits: The sale will also feature valuable learning opportunities and resources. Our knowledgeable advisors will be on hand to offer tips tailored to your specific conditions.
- Independent Sales: We are excited to welcome back local vendors who will independently sell their unique offerings.
- Please note, sales at the guest vendor booths will be handled separately from the plant sales at the main checkout.
Get Inspired Before You Shop:
Not sure what to plant? Whether you’re filling a sunny patch, creating a pollinator haven, or looking for shade-friendly options, these quick guides offer planting ideas and highlight species you’ll find at the sale:
- Plant a Pocket Prairie This Spring (PDF)
- Supporting Monarchs in the Garden (PDF)
- Get Started with a Native Pollinator Garden (PDF)
- Native Shade Gardens in South Carolina (PDF)
- SCNPS & Clemson Extension Native Plant Directory
The 2026 Spring Upstate Native Plant Sale is our gift to the community we love, and we appreciate how generous you all are with your time and energy. Proceeds from this event will help us fulfill our mission to protect, restore, and educate our great state about the importance of native plants and the crucial role they play. Mark your calendar, sign up for a volunteer slot, and join us for a wonderful spring day at Conestee Park! A plant list will be posted in advance of the sale.
Image Credits
Spring wildflowers at Chestnut Ridge Heritage Preserve by Jon Storm
