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Since 1973 Painters Greenhouse has supplied Western North Carolina with high-quality, locally grown plants. Located just off the beaten path our seasonal family-owned greenhouse is known for its focus on native and pollinator plants, mature houseplants, and wide selection. Grown Locally to Thrive Locally Home: Welcome and Newsletter Signup Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday & Sunday: 9am-4pm Monday & Tuesday: CLOSED SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER SUBMIT Thanks! NEW THIS WEEK 'Main Character' Sales View More Part Greenery, Part Garden-Glamour, & 100% Pure Drama! Less Lawn More Life! View More Join the Challenge! Grape Honeysuckle 'Kintzley's Ghost' View More Silvery Bracts & Buttercup Blooms SEE MORE GROWN LOCALLY TO THRIVE LOCALLY For 49 years our family business has supplied WNC with high quality plants. We grow more than 90% of our plants on site. Our goal is to provide plants grown with intention and sustainability for our community. LEARN MORE GROWN LOCALLY TO THRIVE LOCALLY For more than 50 years, our family business has supplied WNC with high-quality plants. We grow more than 90% of our plants on site. Our goal is to provide plants grown with intention and sustainability for our community. LEARN MORE A FOCUS ON NATIVES 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! LEARN MORE EXPLORE OUR PLANTS Described as a paradise for plant lovers, we have over 100,000 sq. ft. of growing and retail space and cultivate over 1,000 species on site. We grow our plants with care and intention and sell direct to our faithful retail customers. Our plants are inspected and watered by hand and don't suffer shipping damage or transport from another climate. We are widely known for our focus on natives and pollinator plants, our vast selection of perennials (over 900 varieties), our giant Boston Ferns, and our lush houseplant offerings. PLANT AVAILABILITY LIST FROM OUR BLOG Where to Go From Here: A Streambank Restoration Toolbox Edimentals: Look Good, Eat Good Stay in Your Lane! Compact Plants for Small Spaces: Tree & Shrub Edition SEE MORE Follow Us on Social Media @PaintersGreenhouse FOLLOW US PLANTS PROVIDE JOY AND WELLNESS, SUPPORT WILDLIFE, AND MAKE US FEEL MORE CONNECTED - THAT'S WHY WE ENCOURAGE EVERYONE TO ADD A LITTLE GREEN TO THEIR LIFE!

Fall Season 2023 at Painters and what you will find. WELCOME TO OUR FALL SEASON Fall Season 2023 September 14th - October 14th FALL HOURS: Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 9am - 4pm Friday: 9am - 4pm Saturday: 9am - 4pm Sunday: Closed GET DIRECTIONS WHAT YOU'LL FIND Trees & Shrubs Fall is the best time to plant trees and shrubs, and we will have a wider selection than ever before this season. We are especially excited about our extensive native shrub and tree options. The majority of our shrubs and trees are grown by our terrific local partners, with some natives coming to us from American Native Plants, a Maryland grower dedicated to sustainability and environmental restoration. Click here for our Tree & Shrub Planting Guide & Guarantee. AVAILABILITY

Part Greenery, Part Garden-Glamour, & 100% Pure Drama! New This Week April 27, 2026 'Main Character' Sales Part Greenery, Part Garden-Glamour, & 100% Pure Drama! Our four featured plants have officially entered their 'Main Character' Era. Whether you’re casting them in a high-octane combo pot or letting them shine in a solo performance, get to Painters before Sunday, May 3rd—when the curtain closes on these sales! 20% off all 6" Lantana & Bidens 20% off 1 Gal Elephant Ear 3 Gal Edgeworthia now $40 Bidens Bidens ferulifolia ‘Beedance Painted Red,’ ‘Blazing Embers,’ ‘Blazing Ring of Fire,’ and ‘Pretty in Pink’ Show-stopping 6-inch pots were $6. 50, now $5.20! Lantana Bandana Series: Lemon Zest, Red, Pink, Mango, Cherry Sunrise 6" and Lantana camara ' Miss Huff' 6" Get this sun-loving diva in 6-inch pots for $5.20 this week! Elephant Ear Alocasia x ‘Calidora’ Taro (Elephant Ear) Colocasia esculenta ‘Black Ruffles,’ ‘Mojito,’ ‘Royal Hawaiian Aloha,’ ‘Royal Hawaiian Maui Gold,’ and ‘Royal Hawaiian Waikiki’ Mature 1 Gallon pots of these stunning thrillers were $15, now $12.00! 3 Gallon Paperbush Edgeworthia chrysantha Sale! Was $52 and now $40 until Sunday, May 3rd! Don't pass on this soulful, honey-scented main star! Read all about growing Paperbush in our blog here: www.paintersgreenhouse.com 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!

The grass is always greener on the other side… or is it? Most of our customers who have shady yards are desperate for more sun, and while they may not be able to grow a sunny pollinator garden, there are so many stunning textures, shapes and colors that we love for shady spaces! Ideally, we’d give you a short list of our favorites, but there are so many we love that we decided we needed two weeks to present them all! This week we are focusing on lower-growing plants, most of which put on their show in early to mid spring. Join Dana on Sunday, April 7, 2024, for our first Talk and Tour, as she takes attendees on a tour of our shade plants and discusses favorites, why she loves them, ideal growing conditions and more! LOW-GROWING SHADE PERENNIALS Christmas Fern, Polystichum acrostichoides NATIVE perennial (z3-9) part-full shade, 12-18'' tall and wide Glossy, leathery, evergreen foliage; upright, clumping habit Can tolerate dryish, rocky soils Can fade/look stressed in heat of summer or depth of cold winter, but does stay evergreen. Lungwort, Pulmonaria x 'Raspberry Splash' Perennial (z4-9) part-full shade, 12-18'' tall and wide Intensely colorful early spring blooms start out bright pink and mature to rich purple Prized for its gorgeous, mottled, semi-evergreen foliage; excellent groundcover for woodland settings Thrives in rich, moist, well-drained soil that does not dry out in hot summers; must have protection from afternoon sun GROUNDCOVERS & EDGING Japanese Forest Grass, 'All Gold' Perennial grass (z5-9) full shade-part sun, 12-18'' tall, 20-24'' wide Bright golden-chartreuse color gleams in the shade - lovely flowing texture as well Foliage turns pink-tan in fall Likes well-draining soil; great in containers *May not have this spring 2024. Siberian Bugloss, Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart' & 'Alexander's Great' Perennial (z4-8) full-part shade 'Silver Heart' is 6-12'' tall & 1-2' wide, 'Alexander's Great' is 12-18'' tall & 24-30'' wide Large, silvery, heart-shaped leaves are stunning in gardens & containers Exquisite, petite, bright blue blooms early spring Remarkably tough cultivar, stands up well to heat and humidity; excellent groundcover for moist, well-drained woodland Aka false forget-me-not Wild Ginger, Asarum canadense NATIVE perennial (z4-6) full-part shade, 6-12'' tall, 12-18'' wide Cup-shaped, unique purple-brown flowers appear in spring Attractive groundcover for shady spots - glossy, low growing foliage is slow to spread Woodland Phlox, Phlox divericata 'Blue Moon', 'May Breeze' NATIVAR perennial (z3-8) part-full shade Blue Moon is 8-12'' tall & wide, May Breeze is 12-15" tall & wide Clusters of lovely fragrant blooms in spring, adored by pollinators (white or blue) Can naturalize in time, creating a beautiful woodland carpet of flowers in spring Dwarf Crested Iris, Iris cristata NATIVE perennial (z3-9) full sun-part shade, 6-9'' tall and wide Pale blue iris flowers with gold crests in spring; narrow, sword-shaped leaves Grows low and spreads rapidly, good woodland groundcover Fun fact: Irises are named for the Greek goddess of the rainbow Green and Gold, Chrysogonum virginianum NATIVE perennial (z6-8) full-part shade, 3-6'' tall, 18-24'' spread Yellow blooms April-October, with a lull during hottest months A great shade groundcover Seeds provide food for birds; one of the best performers at the WNC Arboretum Allegheny Spurge, Pachysandra procumbens NATIVE perennial (z4-9) full-part shade, 6-10'' tall, 1-2' wide Semi-evergreen, foliage emerges mottled and matures to solid green Fragrant flower spikes in spring A truly lovely native groundcover, but a slow spreader Barrenwort aka Bishop's Hat, Epimedium x perralchicum 'Fröhnleiten' Perennial (z5-9) part-full shade, 4-8'' tall, 1-2' wide A compact cultivar and one of the toughest -- makes an excellent weed-suppressing evergreen groundcover for dry shade Bright yellow flowers in spring; attractive foliage takes on bronze tones in spring and fall Drought tolerant, deer and rabbit resistant Bugleweed, Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip' Perennial (z3-10) evergreen, full-part sun, 3'' tall, 9-12'' wide Dwarf variety with smaller, deep maroon leaves Brilliant violet-blue flower stalks in spring Excellent for small spaces; doesn't spread as aggressively as species Bugleweed, Ajuga reptans 'Mahoghany' Perennial (z4-11) evergreen, full sun-part shade, 3-6'' tall, 12-18'' wide Dense, rapidly spreading groundcover Larger leaves emerge black-burgundy and mature to deep mahogany Spikes of lavender-blue blooms in spring Yellow Archangel, Lamium galeobdolon 'Hermann's Pride' Perennial (z6-10) part-full shade, 8-12 tall, 12-18 wide One of the easiest and loveliest solutions for dry shade; beautiful silver-streaked foliage Tubular butter-yellow blooms late spring Restrained mounding habit, not overly aggressive Spotted Deadnettle, Lamium maculatum 'White Nancy' Perennial (z3-8) part-full shade, 6-8'' tall, 2-3' wide Variegated silvery-white, heart-shaped leaves with green margins; beautiful groundcover White blooms spring to summer; cut back after flowering to stimulate new growth Prefers moist, well-drained soil SPRING EPHEMERALS The following ephemerals (native plants with short periods of active growth, often growing only during brief periods when conditions are favorable) put on their show in woodland habitats in early to mid spring. Plant them in part shade and lightly moist, rich soil (think forest floor) for best performance. While their show is short-lived, they're each magical in their own right and often my favorites in the garden each year. We have several other spring wildflower species as well! Native Trilliums - Trillium grandiflorum, cuneatum, erectum, luteum, recurvatum & more NATIVE perennials, hardiness range from zones 3-9, size range from 3-18'' tall & 6-12'' wide Bloom colors can be white, maroon, pale pink or yellow, and species such as T. cuneatum have lovely mottled foliage and sweet-smelling blooms. Go dormant mid-summer Mayapple, Podophyllum peltatum NATIVE perennial (z3-8) part-full shade, 12-18'' tall and wide White spring blooms hide beneath umbrella-like foliage One of the first to emerge in spring - unfurling leaves are simply magical Perfect for naturalizing in woodland areas; goes dormant in summer Jack in the Pulpit, Arisaema triphyllum NATIVE perennial (z4-9) part-full shade, 1-2' tall, 1' wide Unique dark purple and green striped spathe blooms in spring are a showstopper Goes dormant mid-summer Clump-forming habit; needs consistently moist soil Celandine Poppy, Stylophorum diphyllum NATIVE perennial (z4-9) part-full shade, 1' tall and wide Cheery yellow spring flowers atop pretty, lacy foliage - a staff favorite! Self-seeds in optimal conditions Thrives in moist woodlands and stream banks; excellent choice for native rain gardens

Ferns come in many shapes and sizes! We grow a wide selection including native and semi-evergreen perennial ferns (such as Cinnamon Ferns and Autumn Ferns), houseplant ferns (including the popular Bird's Nest Fern, Blue Star Fern, and Staghorn Fern), and tropical ferns that you typically see adorning southern porches (including Boston Ferns, Macho Ferns, and Kimberley Queen Ferns). While we grow ferns of all types, we are famous for having the largest, healthiest, and most affordable tropical ferns around - let's talk more about them! WHAT IS A TROPICAL FERN? Technically a tropical fern is any fern that will not survive the winter outdoors in your climate. Ferns grown as houseplants are often tropical ferns, but for the sake of this article, we are using the term 'tropical fern' to talk specifically about three varieties commonly used outdoors in our warmer months: Boston Ferns, Macho Ferns, and Kimberley Queen Ferns. What makes these ferns special? All three LOVE humidity, can grow to immense size, and thrive outside on a covered patio/porch in warmer months. These varieties can be brought indoors over winter, but some do better than others (more info below). What else sets them apart? We spend 6+ months growing these ferns from tiny plugs into giant statement pieces to have them ready for customers each spring! You may be surprised to learn that our production team starts the process in July when they transplant almost 5,000 1-inch baby ferns! There is something special about being involved in each step of the growing process--we can tell you everything that has touched these ferns, can guarantee they were grown with love, plus, locally grown means a smaller carbon footprint (no transporting fully grown plants). Though getting thousands of ferns to maturity and hanging from the greenhouse ceiling is no easy feat! But how do you know which tropical fern is right for me? WHICH TROPICAL FERN TO CHOOSE? BOSTON FERNS Common Names: Boston Fern Scientific Name: Nephrolepis exaltata Mature Size: 2 to 3 feet tall and wide Sun Exposure: Partial shade/dappled shade Soil Type: Moist, well-drained Hardiness Zone: 10 to 12 (USDA) Native Area: Americas, Africa, Polynesia These are by far our most popular ferns and what we have become known for! If you've ever seen a photo from Painters Greenhouse with endless rows of ferns on the ceiling, you are most likely looking at Boston Ferns - we grow over 4,000 of them each year! When you think of hanging porch ferns, these are probably what comes to mind. They like to remain evenly moist, cannot tolerate direct sun but do well in medium/bright indirect light, can grow 2-3 wide, and while they have been used in decor since Victorian times, their tendency to shed means we prefer to keep them on the porch during the warmer months and treat them as annuals rather than bringing them inside. These ferns are well suited to hanging baskets and plant stands; their bushy nature and the gentle 'weep' of their fronds will eventually envelop their container. Don't be fooled, this variety of fern is not native to Boston. It is native to tropical regions of South America, Mexico, Africa, and Polynesia. Thriving in humid forests and swamps, it definitely would not survive a snowy New England winter! MACHO FERNS Common Name: Macho Fern, Broad Sword Fern Scientific Name: Nephrolepis biserrata Mature Size: 3-4 ft. tall/long, up to 6 ft. wide Sun Exposure: Partial sun to shade Soil Type: Moist but well-draining Hardiness Zones: 9a-10b Native Area: Florida The name says it all! These big guys like bright morning light and can grow up to 4 ft long and 5-6ft wide! Their fronds have a thicker, leathery appearance and glossy shine, which combined with their size make quite the statement. Compared to a Boston Fern whose smaller leaflets have a shaggy appearance and serrated edges, Macho Fern leaflets are smoother, shinier, and do not have serrated edges. They can also tolerate more sun than a Boston Fern (but still do not like direct, intense sun). They are slightly less likely to shed but still may be tough to overwinter in your house without supplemental humidity. KIMBERLEY QUEEN FERNS Common Names: Kimberley Queen Fern, Kimberly Queen, Kim Queen Fern Scientific Name: Nephrolepis obliterata Mature Size: 2–3 ft. tall, 2–4 ft. wide Sun Exposure: Sun to part shade Soil Type: Moist, well-drained Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (USDA) Native Area: Australia This fern has more of an upright growth habit and is especially well-suited to porch pots. Out of the three ferns, this is the best choice for an indoor fern, as it sheds little and will over-winter nicely indoors. Additionally, Kimberley Queen ferns can tolerate the most light of those listed (and also survive in very low light!). Kimberley Queen Ferns have more rigid, upright fronds and are perfect in pots flanking a pathway or entrance. CHOOSING THE RIGHT FERN BASED ON LIGHT SHADE TO PART SUN: Boston Ferns PART SHADE TO PART SUN: Macho Ferns PART SUN TO SUN: Kimberley Queen Ferns TIPS FOR GROWING FERNS ROTATE: Whether your fern is hanging on your porch or sitting in a porch pot, it is a good idea to rotate it occasionally. This provides all parts of the plant with equal sun and encourages even growth all around the plant. FERTILIZE: Fertilize your fern once a month throughout the spring, summer, and into the early fall. We like a water-soluble, nitrogen-rich fertilizer. WATER REGULARLY: No fern likes to dry out completely. If your fern is in a hanging basket, remember that baskets tend to dry out more quickly and will therefore need more frequent watering. Our giant ferns are gorgeous, but do typically need daily deep watering to maintain all of that foliage! TEMPERATURE: Watch those nighttime temps! Folks are often itching to purchase their ferns in the springtime before they are ready to live outside on the porch. A good rule of thumb is to wait until it is at least 50 degrees at night before letting them stay out. OVER-WINTERING: Location, humidity, and water are essential for an attempt at overwintering. Remember that even a dormant fern likes moisture, and a heated home can dry out a plant quickly. Give your plant a good soaking in the shower a few times throughout the winter months and consider adding more humidity to the environment with a humidifier. You can also cut back your fern to limit shedding. Find Prices, Sizes, and Availability on our Website. And don't forget to check out our Houseplant Availability to see which reliable houseplant ferns we are carrying right now.

I can’t think of anything more delightful than the taste of summer. And to me this is thick slabs of sliced tomato with a generous chiffonade of fresh basil. My mouth is watering just thinking of it! Often when we are referring to basil, we are referring to its use in western culinary tradition–maybe sweet basil or Genovese basil–but there are so many more varieties to choose from! Each year Painters grows a broad selection. Don’t miss trying a new variety. Ocimum basilicum is an annual herb of the mint family Lamiaceae that is grown for its aromatic leaves. Across many cuisines and cultures (think Italian, Thai, Indonesian, or Vietnamese), the leaves are used fresh or dried to flavor vegetables, sauces, meats, and fish. It can be brewed into tea or used in cocktails or other cool drinks. Because the aromatic compounds vary widely with each cultivar, each of the various basils have distinct scents and flavors. Experiment with new varieties of basil to SPICE up your kitchen! Maybe try a Lemon Basil beverage or cocktail. Make a Red Rubin Basil-infused vinaigrette or Cinnamon Basil shortbread. Whip up a batch of your favorite pesto from the copious leaves of Pesto Perpetuo (or read all the way to the end to find Painter's famous Pesto Recipe)! Beyond the kitchen, basil can also be used medicinally*. All varieties of basil contain vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants within the fresh leaves and the essential oils. Holy basil (or tulsi) has been used therapeutically in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries for its anti-inflammatory properties and to reduce stress. Basil essential oil has been shown to reduce the symptoms of migraines. And of course, beyond consumption, many varieties of basil are renowned for their gorgeous foliage or their attractiveness to pollinators! Pesto Perpetuo's variegated leaves add a bright filler in a garden space, and Purple Ruffles Basil's frilly, deep purple leaves give a nice contrast. Siam Queen Basil’s violet-pink blooms are great for pollinators or, my favorite, African Blue Basil is loved for its hardiness and long lasting color (the flowers and the foliage) and will attract bees and butterflies all summer. When growing basil, remember that all basils are very sensitive to frost, so plant in the ground after the last spring frost date. They are best grown in full sun in moderately rich and well-drained soil and require consistent and regular moisture throughout the growing season. While generally basils thrive in warm, sunny sites, some varieties have more tolerance for a bit of afternoon shade. And in our region, do watch out for blight and downy mildew as basils grown in humidity are susceptible to these conditions. Give them plenty of space to air out! *When using herbal medicine, it is important to make informed decisions. Consult your trusted healthcare provider to help review and individualize your use to be sure it is safe and supports your health needs. Varieties of Basil Available at Painters for 2024 Sweet Basil Ocimum basilicum Annual, full sun, 2' tall and wide One of the most popular culinary herbs with marvelously fragrant leaves -- the quintessential scent of summer! Reliable and easy; loves warm, sunny weather and regular watering Pinch back flower buds for continued leaf growth Cinnamon Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon' Annual herb, full sun, 18-30'' tall, 12-18'' wide Cinnamon-scented leaves Purple stems, small purple blooms in summer; suitable for container growing Often used in Mexican cuisine; delicious in tea, salads, and cocktails (try it in place of mint -- yummm) Everleaf Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Everleaf Genovese' Annual herb, full sun, 1-2' tall and wide Compact and extremely high-yielding, with large, full, aromatic leaves Slow to flower, disease resistant Robust flavor, perfect for pesto Siam Queen (Thai) Basil Ociumum basilicum 'Siam Queen' Annual, full sun, 2-3' tall and wide Heirloom variety native to southeast Asia with a rich licorice aroma and distinctive flavor Perfect for soups, stir-fries, and spicy Thai cuisine Highly ornamental purple-red stems and violet-pink blooms Red Rubin Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Red Rubin' Annual, full sun, 10-12'' tall, 8-10'' wide Compact, dark-leafed variety that combines ornamental appeal and intense, spicy flavor Striking container or accent plant; excellent for garnishing or flavoring vinegars and oils Sweet Italian Large Leaf Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Sweet Italian Large Leaf' Annual, full sun, 12-15'' tall, 10'' wide Marvelously fragrant leaves up to 4'' long One of the most popular culinary herbs, and the basil of choice for all manner of Italian recipes Reliable and easy; pinch back flower buds for continued leaf growth Tuscany (Lettuce-Leaf) Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Tuscany' Annual herb, full sun, 12-16'' tall and wide Lettuce-leaf variety with very large (3-5'') ruffled leaves Delicious mild basil-anise flavor Large leaves are excellent for salads or wraps Appreciates rich, moist soil Lemon Basil Ocimum basilicum x 'Lemon' Annual herb, full sun, 1-2' tall and wide Refreshing, sweet lemony aroma and flavor -- a delicious finishing touch for countless beverages and dishes Attractive spikes of small, white, fragrant flowers in summer Thrives in rich, well-drained soil with regular, generous watering Note: The next three are similar species within the same genus as other basils and may be commonly called "basil", though they are not varieties of Ocimum basilicum. African Blue Basil Ocimum kilimandscharicum x basilicum Annual, full sun, 2-3' tall and wide Gorgeous, profuse spikes of purple flowers bring bees and butterflies all season Excellent cut flower; sturdy and easy to grow Sterile hybrid with a more camphoraceous taste than most basils; edible, but more highly valued as an ornamental pollinator magnet Holy (Tulsi) Basil Ocimum tenuiflorum Annual, full sun, 1-2' tall and wide Also known as Tulsi, grown as a sacred herb Leaves are strongly scented and contain high amounts of eugenol Most commonly used in teas and in Ayurvedic medicine Pesto Perpetuo Basil Ocimum x citriodorum 'Pesto Perpetuo' Annual herb, full sun, 1-2' tall and wide Non-flowering, sterile cultivar with light green foliage edged in creamy white - the only variegated basil! Produces copious amounts of small leaves for cooking Exceptional culinary and ornamental value The Original Painter’s Pesto Pesto is great served on bread, pizza, pasta, baked potatoes, seafood or poultry, veggies and more! Ingredients: 2 cloves garlic peeled 2 tablespoons pine nuts ¼ teaspoon coarse salt 3 cups/3ounces fresh basil leaves ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese Wash the basil, discard the stems and dry thoroughly. In a food processor or blender, add garlic, pine nuts and salt; process for approximately 15 seconds. Add basil leaves and pulse continuously to shred the leaves. Gradually add the olive oil to create a course mash, then add the parmesan and pulse to combine. Makes approximately 1 cup. Pesto will keep for up to 4 weeks in a covered container in the refrigerator. Pour a thin film of olive oil on top of the pesto to prevent discoloration. For longer storage, do not add the parmesan cheese until ready to use.