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Where to Go From Here: A Streambank Restoration Toolbox
Discover essential streambank restoration tools and tips to combat erosion with our Streambank Restoration Toolbox and plants for streambank restoration at Painters.
Apr 213 min read


Stay in Your Lane! Compact Plants for Small Spaces: Tree & Shrub Edition
Discover compact plants perfect for small spaces in this Tree & Shrub edition. Maximize your growing with these space-saving options for your garden.
Mar 316 min read


NCSU’s Mountain Crop Improvement (MCI) Lab and Available Plants
Explore NCSU’s Mountain Crop Improvement (MCI) Lab's innovative plant breeding for climate resilience. Plus discover the select plants and unique hybrids we are carrying here at Painters Greenhouse.
Mar 173 min read


Edgeworthia: A Fragrant Winter Treasure
Discover Edgeworthia, a fragrant winter treasure that blooms beautifully in cold months. Learn about Edgeworthia's care and add it to your garden today!
Jan 73 min read


Don't Tell Me What to Do: a Belated List of Fall Chores
Explore our whimsical read on fall chores with 'Don't Tell Me What to Do: a Belated List of Fall Chores'. Embrace your gardening freedom today!
Nov 12, 20253 min read


Saving Seeds from the Garden: Five Simple Steps!
Discover the art of saving seeds from the garden with our guide, "Saving Seeds from the Garden: 5 Simple Steps!" Learn how to identify, harvest and store seeds for a cost effective way to grow more of what you love!
Oct 7, 20256 min read


Late Autumn Seed-Sowing for Spring Blooms! Tips, guidelines, and steps for success
Discover expert tips for late fall seed-sowing to ensure future blooms! Learn how to stratify seeds naturally for a vibrant spring garden.
Sep 23, 20257 min read


Grow roots, not leaves: Why fall is a great time to plant in WNC
Discover why fall is the best time to plant! Learn how fall planting ensures strong root growth, setting up your garden for a vibrant spring.
Sep 3, 20253 min read


Prepare your Gardens for Seasonal Heavy Rains: a Quick Checklist
How to prep your garden for any heavy rains, and what to do after--a helpful checklist!
May 27, 20252 min read


3 P’s for our 2025 Gardens: Planning, Prepping, & Patience
Whether you’re facing a blank slate with significant changes to your outdoor space, or simply starting a new garden, these tips should help.
Apr 1, 20256 min read


Stemming Erosion with Plants
Discover how to stem erosion with plants on your property! Learn which plants are best for erosion control and create a beautiful, stable landscape.
Mar 11, 20253 min read


Recovery & Restoration of our Landscapes
A few key steps involved in beginning restoration of home gardens, natural fields and woods.
Dec 13, 20245 min read


Weeding Out the Confusion: Garden Q&A
Plant Problem-Solving Q&A: Your most commonly asked questions!
Jun 11, 20245 min read


The Evening Garden: Designing Your Tranquil Moonlit Escape
For those who plan them, evening gardens are a pure secret delight. Read our tips on crafting your serene moonlit garden. Dive into the evening garden magic!
Jun 4, 20243 min read


Painters Month-By-Month Garden Calendar
Gardens are all about timing! It's never too late to plan yours using these quick monthly checklists:
Apr 23, 20244 min read


Environmentally Conscious Groundcovers
Discover the best groundcovers for your garden. Learn about our favorite low-maintenance, non-invasive options that thrive from sun to shade.
Apr 9, 20248 min read


March Garden Chores
Discover essential March garden chores from experts at Painters Greenhouse. Learn to prepare your garden for spring with March garden chores tips today!
Mar 19, 20243 min read


FALL GARDEN DESIGNS BY PAINTERS
Painters managers put together some of their favorite perennials and shrubs for fall color and texture as a guide for those of you looking f
Sep 20, 20235 min read


Why Plant a Rain Garden?
Discover the benefits of rain gardens in your landscape. Learn how rain gardens improve drainage, support wildlife, and enhance beauty effor
Jun 28, 20233 min read


Support Wildlife & Your Gardens with Your Leaves
Support wildlife & your gardens with your leaves! Discover how leaving leaves benefits wildlife and enhances your garden's health today!
Oct 12, 20224 min read
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