The Swan Lake Iris Gardens is a local treasure in Sumter. It contains all eight species of swans and a variety of Japanese Irises. The gardens are receiving $1.5 million in state funding.

The Swan Lake Iris Gardens is a local treasure in Sumter. It contains all eight species of swans and a variety of Japanese Irises. The gardens are receiving $1.5 million in state funding.

The Swan Lake Iris Gardens is a local treasure in Sumter. It contains all eight species of swans and a variety of Japanese Irises. The gardens are receiving $1.5 million in state funding.

The Swan Lake Iris Gardens is a local treasure in Sumter. It contains all eight species of swans and a variety of Japanese Irises. The gardens are receiving $1.5 million in state funding.

Birdwatchers, get ready to add a new destination to your bucket list. In Sumter, South Carolina, the incredible Swan Lake Iris Gardens invites guests to explore 150 acres of vibrant flowers. The ...

Those looking to visit the Swan Lake Iris Gardens can look forward to the Fantasy of Lights for the entirety of December. The gardens are adorned with Christmas lights and a floating light up ...

The Moore Farms Botanical Garden in Lake City, Kalmia Gardens in Hartsville and Swan Lake Iris Gardens in Sumter are all great places to spend the last bit of warmth before winter hits the Pee Dee.

What makes it special is that it is at Swan Lake Iris Garden which is one of the only public parks in the country that has all eight species of swan,” Milan said.

The annual Swan Lake Iris Gardens Fantasy of Lights opens at 6 p.m. on Dec. 1 with an official opening ceremony. The light display will be open nightly from Sunday to Thursday from 9 p.m. and on ...

Just a few miles away, the Swan Lake Iris Gardens city park is a must-do. “We hope our guests make new friends and feel like this is their home away from home,” says Tommy McLaughlin.