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OUR VALUES
MISSION STATEMENT
To enrich lives and local ecosystems by supplying WNC with a wide diversity of healthy, homegrown plants; to provide knowledgeable and friendly guidance to all gardeners whether green or seasoned; to evolve to best meet the needs of our customers and local community
Discover
THE PAINTERS DIFFERENCE
Grown Locally to Thrive Locally
We grow over 90% of our plants at our greenhouse in Old Fort, NC. Our seasonal closures allow our small, hardworking team to focus entirely on propagating, planting, and tending to your future crops! Because we oversee every step of their care, you get high-quality plants that have been individually nurtured. Unlike stores that ship in mature plants for resale, our locally grown approach means zero shipping damage, less fuel use, and a smaller carbon footprint—plus savings we can pass on to our customers! For the select items we don't grow ourselves, we proudly source the vast majority from other small local businesses.
Supporting Thriving Communities
Plants have a special way of bringing us together, and we strive to build a community around plants and a connection to the land. As a family owned small business that grows most of our own plants, we are proud to provide local jobs, support our community, and give back to local non-profits.
Bringing You Years of Hands on Experience
If Painters is known for one thing, its our friendly, knowledgeable staff (we can't help but brag - we're pretty proud of them!). The team at Painters simply loves plants and are here to share their passion and expertise with you. Whether you're looking for your first houseplant, wanting to start a pollinator garden, or shopping for the perfect tree for you yard, we are here to help!
Helping Our Local Flora and Fauna Thrive
Because we grow our own plants, we can control every facet of their care. In an industry that struggles with sustainability, growing locally makes a massive difference. We are deeply mindful of our environmental impact, making every effort to recycle and use organic, non-toxic pest treatments and beneficial insects whenever possible.
We also support local wildlife by expanding our native plant selection and promoting environmentally-friendly species and cultivars that thrive right here in WNC. And by raising awareness of how individual gardening choices affect the earth, we aim to help you grow a garden that gives back to the planet.
Learn About Our Approaches to:
Described as a paradise for plant lovers, Painters features over 100,000 square feet of growing and retail space, where we cultivate around 1,000 species on-site. Dive into our incredible selection of native and pollinator plants, expansive perennial varieties, giant Boston ferns, robust trees and shrubs, and affordable houseplants, and start planning your wishlist now!
Planting native is a wonderful way to support a biodiverse ecosystem in your back yard from the bottom to the top of the food chain. We are proud to offer one of the largest selections of homegrown native plants in WNC!