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Plants for Attracting Moths, Our Beautiful Unsung Pollinators
Host plants and nectar providing plants for Attracting Moths
Jul 18, 20249 min read


Dogwood Anthracnose: How to Keep Your New Dogwoods Safe from this Fungal Disease
Signs, symptoms and information on Dogwood Anthracnose. Plus varieties of Dogwood that are resistant!
May 21, 20243 min read


Your Complete Guide to Hydrangeas
Understanding the four different types of hydrangeas to plant and prune at the right time or the best results.
Apr 23, 20247 min read


March Garden Chores
It’s the first day of Spring! In WNC, March brings sunny days that can reach into the 70s, but keep in mind that temperatures can still...
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, 20234 min read


Turn any Shady Spot into a Beautiful & Beneficial Garden with 30 Shade-Loving Native Plants
Thirty varieties of trees, shrubs, perennials, groundcovers and grasses that thrive in shade. Many native species included!
Mar 28, 20236 min read


DIGGING DEEPER: Figs & Wasps - an Ancient Companionship
Figs and Fig Wasps - A captivating story about a genus of plants and its codependent evolution with a tiny wasp.
Nov 28, 20224 min read


DIGGING DEEPER: Are Black Walnut Trees Toxic to Other Plants?
Black walnut (Juglans nigra) is a common tree in our area that is valued for its many qualities – edible hard mast (nuts) for wildlife...
Nov 8, 20223 min read


Creating Natural Privacy Screens with Trees & Shrubs
Evergreen hedges are planted for a variety of reasons: privacy, wind block, noise dampener, and even to create “rooms” within a landscape.
Oct 6, 202210 min read


11 Trees & Shrubs to Add Color to Your Fall Landscape
We have so many shrubs and trees we love for fall color - for their foliage as well as berries! Including growing details & why we love it!
Sep 8, 20224 min read


Shrub of the Week: Possumhaw Viburnum
Possumhaw Viburnum - Viburnum nudum This is a highly adaptable shrub that tolerates a large range of light conditions and soil conditions...
Sep 8, 20221 min read


How to Plant a Container-Grown Tree or Shrub
Did you know fall is the best time to plant trees and shrubs? This is because the cooler temperatures and warm soil stimulate root...
Sep 2, 20221 min read


Incredible Camellias
Learn about the different Camellia varieties we currently offer to better select the right Camellia for your landscape.
Sep 1, 20222 min read


Tree & Shrub of the Week - July 18th
This week we'd like to highlight two natives we received from Mellow Marsh Farms in Siler City, NC this week. We were able to source over 6
Jul 22, 20223 min read


Frugal Pollinator-Friendly Gardening: How to Get Great Results on a Budget
Tips and tricks to help establish a pollinator garden quickly and for less money by utilizing some underused or spreading perennials, and speeding along the fullness by dividing plants.
Jun 1, 20228 min read


Digging Deeper: Take a Moment to Notice the Native Trees in Bloom with Brad Owen
Explore the beauty of native trees in bloom with Brad Owen. Discover stunning yet overlooked native trees in bloom this spring.
May 11, 20222 min read


Japanese Maples
Native to Japan, these deciduous perennial trees known for their striking fall foliage were introduced to the US in the 19th century and...
Apr 26, 20224 min read


Gardening in March: What to Do when the Temperature Drops Below Freezing
Most of you have already experienced a hard frost this March, but this week the night time temperatures are especially low! So what are...
Mar 12, 20224 min read


Liven Up Your Yard with Trees & Shrubs that Bloom in Cooler Months
After a long winter, early March blooms are always a welcome treat. Trees & shrubs that bloom in cooler months are a great way to...
Mar 9, 20222 min read
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