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TREES & SHRUBS We’re proud to offer a broad selection of shrubs and trees, including vibrant evergreen, blooming, and native varieties. While we propagate many shrubs right here on site, we source larger, slower-growing specimens from local wholesale nurseries and native growers within a day's drive. Sourcing regionally ensures our plants are already acclimated to our climate and arrive healthy without the stress of long-distance shipping! SEE AVAILABILITY LISTS A Few Favorite Trees & Shrubs for Wildlife American Beautyberry NATIVE American Holly NATIVE American Witch Hazel NATIVE Buttonbush NATIVE Chokeberry NATIVE Eastern Redbud NATIVE Fothergilla NATIVE Inkberry Holly NATIVE Oak (assorted) NATIVE Possumhaw Viburnum NATIVE Red Maple NATIVE Serviceberry (assorted) NATIVE Shrubby St. John's Wort NATIVE Spicebush NATIVE Sumac (assorted) NATIVE Winterberry NATIVE A Few Favorites For Shady Spaces Camellia (assorted) Deciduous Azalea (assorted) NATIVE Doghobble (assorted) NATIVE Flame Azalea NATIVE Fothergilla NATIVE Japanese Plum Yew Mountain Laurel NATIVE Oakleaf Hydrangea NATIVE Pieris Red Buckeye NATIVE Spotted Laurel (Aucuba) Sweetshrub (Carolina Allspice) NATIVE Winter Daphne A Few Favorite Moisture Lovers Bald Cypress NATIVE Buttonbush NATIVE Chokeberry NATIVE Elderberry NATIVE New Jersey Tea NATIVE Pussy Willow NATIVE Redtwig Dogwood NATIVE River Birch NATIVE Spicebush NATIVE Summersweet (Clethra) NATIVE Swamp Rose NATIVE Sweetshrub (Carolina Allspice) NATIVE Virginia Sweetspire NATIVE A Few Favorites for Winter Interest American Holly NATIVE American Witch Hazel NATIVE Camellia (assorted) Coralberry NATIVE Doghobble (assorted) NATIVE Eastern Ninebark NATIVE Pieris Redtwig Dogwood NATIVE Rhododendron NATIVE Snowberry NATIVE Winterberry NATIVE A Few Favorites for Privacy and Screening Arborvitae (assorted) Spotted Laurel (Aucuba) Camellia (assorted) Fernspray False Cypress Gold Mop (King's Gold) Eastern Hemlock NATIVE American Holly NATIVE Nellie R. Stevens Holly Southern Magnolia 'Alta' NATIVE Eastern Ninebark NATIVE Pieris Rhododendron NATIVE Osmanthus (Sweet Olive, Tea Olive) More Plants for Privacy Screens, Wind, and Sound Barriers A Few Favorites For Erosion Control Bearberry NATIVE Blueberry (assorted) Buttonbush NATIVE Summersweet (Clethra) NATIVE Cotoneaster Doghobble (assorted) NATIVE Redtwig Dogwood NATIVE Eastern Ninebark NATIVE River Birch NATIVE Serviceberry (assorted) NATIVE Shrubby St. John's Wort NATIVE Virginia Sweetspire NATIVE More Plants for Erosion Control at Painters Related Blog Posts Stay in Your Lane! Compact Plants for Small Spaces: Tree & Shrub Edition Mar 31 6 min read NCSU’s Mountain Crop Improvement (MCI) Lab and Available Plants Mar 17 3 min read Fringe Benefits: Why the White Fringetree Steals the Scene Jan 7 2 min read 1 2 3 4 5

It's shady business this week as we highlight two shade-loving shrubs that are ON SALE this week! New This Week May 17, 2022 Shrubs of the Week: Variegated Winter Daphne and Sweet Box It's shady business this week as we highlight two shade-loving shrubs that are ON SALE this week! It's shady business this week as we highlight two shade-loving shrubs that are ON SALE this week! Even better, they're both broadleaf evergreens and have fragrant blooms. We'd like to honor those gardens that most gardeners feel are "limited" due to less sun exposure. (Next week we'll highlight a couple of full sun loving shrubs, because those of use with full sun can feel limited too!) Variegated Winter Daphne - White or Pink Blooming ( Daphne odora aureo-marginata) (Pictured above) Winter Daphne is highly regarded for its strong scent - possibly the most delightful scent of any flower! This shrub blooms in late winter (late February and March) along the terminal stems. This particular variety has variegated leaves - yellow margins along the green leaves. This shrub would do best planted under a small deciduous tree where it is provided with shade in the hot summer months, but allowed to stand out in a winter landscape. Plant in an area where everyone can enjoy the fragrance. Mature height and width 4-5' in a loose mounding appearance / zones 7-9 / deer resistant. Daphne makes a great addition to a winter garden, but do note this shrub can be a bit challenging to grow if you're not aware of a few of its care needs: 1) Daphne does not tolerate soils with poor drainage...we're looking at you, clay soils! Root rot diseases associated with poorly drained soils are likely the major cause of failure in the landscape. Ideally, plant in well-drained woodland soil with plenty of humus or plant in a slightly raised bed with amended soil to ensure adequate drainage. 2) While Winter Daphne can tolerate full sun, it prefers a protected area providing moderate shade. 3) Avoid pruning - Daphne does not heal well from cuts into mature wood, so it's best to avoid pruning. However, "pinching" or taking cuttings from the slender tips of long shoots on current year's growth can make the plant fuller and promote heavier blooming. Available in 3 gallon pots for $30 (was originally $40) Sweet Box (photo: Missouri Botanic Gardens) Sweet Box ( Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis ) Sweet box is a slow growing evergreen shrub that forms a colony by spreading through underground stems. This is a dwarf variety and is often used as a high ground cover as it only reaches 1-2' tall and 3-4' wide. Sweet Box is a very tough and adaptable plant! It can tolerate deep, deep shade and even dry soils. It prefers slightly acidic, rich, moist soils that are well-drained. If the soil is very moist, Sweet Box can handle a little more sun. Inconspicuous blooms in early spring (mid-March) are white and fragrant. Great evergreen foliage with a contrasting light green on the underside of the leaves. Works well in a woodland garden or near shady entryways. Hardy in zones 6-9. Available in 6" pots for $8 (was originally $12) Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Hellebores are one the earliest perennial flowers to bloom, their rose-like blossoms signifying spring is on the horizon! New This Week February 20, 2023 Plant of the Week: Hellebores Hellebores are one the earliest perennial flowers to bloom, their rose-like blossoms signifying spring is on the horizon! Hellebores, also known as Lenten Roses, are very easy to grow in part shade to full sun conditions, provided they have some shelter from harsh winter winds and receive sunlight in the winter. The plant is extremely low-maintenance, only requiring you to clean off dried leaves occasionally (after the severe cold of this past December, you may need to cut back more frost burnt leaves than usual). The blooms on this evergreen perennial last months (sometimes December-May depending on the cultivar!). HELLEBORE 101: USDA Growing Zones: 3-9 Sun Exposure: Ideally partial shade in summer and direct sun in winter, but highly adaptable Soil Needs: Moist but well-drained Water: Like moisture, but don't let them sit in water. Once established they become more drought tolerant and shouldn't need any supplemental watering. Care: Easy Bloom Time: Mid-winter-late spring Flower Colors : White, pink, purple, or yellow Height: 1-2 feet Spread: 1-2 feet We will have multiple varieties of Hellebores available when we open this spring including Apricot Beauty, Winter Queen, Ashwood, Sunflare, and Dorothy's Dawn! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

New Varieties for Living Walls New This Week March 23, 2026 Evergreen Shrubs Designed for Shade New Varieties for Living Walls While we always maintain a broad selection of evergreens for year-round structure and privacy, finding the perfect match for a shady corner can be a challenge. At Painters, we’re here to help! Alongside our dependable (and gorgeous!) staples like all the varieties of rhododendron, camellia, and pieris we carry, we’ve curated a collection of unique, shade-tolerant finds. This season, we’re especially excited to debut several varieties that go beyond our traditional lineup—perfect for adding a fresh look to your lower-light landscape. Hong Kong Rose 'Scarlet Bells' This rare and unique relative of witch hazel is adorned with abundant dangling clusters of lovely pink bell-shaped blooms from late winter to early spring--when little else is flowering. It's truly a sight to behold!! Rhodoleia henryi 'Scarlet Bells' Evergreen tree (z7-9) part shade Slow growing to 15' tall Thrives in rich, moist, acidic, well-drained soil with protection from hot afternoon sun Aka evergreen rose hazel Aucuba japonica 'Rozannie' This self-fertile fruiting cultivar with shiny, bright red berries that last throughout the winter months is reminiscent of holly. Additionally it has small red-purple flowers that bloom in spring. Its glossy green foliage is a great accompaniment to the more commonly known Aucuba japonica 'Mr. Goldstrike' --also available at Painters now--whose golden variegation lights up shady spots. Both varieties shown in photo. Evergreen shrub (z6-10) part-full shade 3-5' tall and wide Thrives in moist, well-drained soil with protection from hot afternoon sun and strong winds; drought tolerant once established Aka Japanese laurel Cherry Laurel 'Chestnut Hill' This tight, compact evergreen shrub takes very well to pruning and makes an excellent, easy-care low hedge. The fragrant white flowers in spring attract butterflies and showy black fruits attract birds--a super supportive and lovely living hedge. Prunus laurocerasus 'Chestnut Hill' Evergreen shrub (z6-9) part sun 4' tall and wide Disease resistant Cherry Laurel 'Napoleon' This cultivar is tiny but mighty with a dense, rounded habit and abundant, fragrant, pure white blooms in spring. Easy to care for, it would be a great low-maintenance hedge, foundation planting, or container shrub. Prunus laurocerasus 'Gajo Napoleon™' Evergreen shrub (z6-8) full sun-full shade 3' tall and wide Deer resistant, easy care Thrives in well-drained soil; drought tolerant once established As always, find prices, sizes, and current availability on our website. We just received a lovely delivery of shrubs from our friends at Big Frog Nursery including restocks as well as new for the season. The evergreens especially are looking great - some excellent options for privacy screening in sun as well as part shade! Check out the availability here: www.paintersgreenhouse.com Tree & Shrub Availability List | Painters Greenhouse Weekly updated inventory of Painters Greenhouse trees and shrubs, including perennial edibles and fruits. The list can be sorted by common or botanical name, quantity, price, size or department. General growing characteristics and native/nativar classifications are included. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

This week we will be highlighting a couple trees for anyone looking to add some shade to their yard. New This Week June 6, 2022 Trees of the Week: Northern Red Oak and Sun Valley Red Maple This week we will be highlighting a couple trees for anyone looking to add some shade to their yard. Shade trees can help cool your home in summer, add value to your property, shelter for animals, and increase the overall health of your yard. Northern Red Oak - Quercus rubra (pictured above) zones 3-8 Northern Red Oaks have been called "one of the handsomest, cleanest, and stateliest trees in North America" by naturalist Joseph S. Illick. This native, fast growing tree puts on an average of 24" of growth each year and can reach a height of 20' in just 10 years. Acorns first appear when the tree is approximately 25 years old, but aren't produced in abundance until it reaches 40-50 years. This Oak requires full sun and plenty of room to grow - it reaches 60-75' in height with a spread of 45' at maturity. N. Red Oaks tolerate air pollution, compacted, dry and acidic soil. The leaves are bristled at the ends of the lobes and turn a burgundy color in the fall. Its mature bark is heavily striped with ridges. This tree will serve your home and wildlife for generations! Sun Valley Red Maple - Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley' (Photo: Arborday.org) Sun Valley Red Maple - Acer rubrum 'Sun Valley' zones 4-8 This tree is a cultivar of the native red maple prized for its bright orangey-red fall color. Introduced by the U.S. National Arboretum, it was bred to be a male selection to eliminate fruit production (no helicopter seed here!). It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers moist, slightly acidic conditions. Sun Valley Maples grows fast, similar to the N. Red Oak, it reaches 21' in the first 10 years of growth and you can expect a mature height of 45-50' with a 35-40' spread. Late winter blooms dot the twigs with red as do the newly emerging leaves. Plant as a specimen tree for your lawn, but do note that the shallow root system can buckle sidewalks or driveways if planted too close. For sizes, prices, and current stock, see our Tree and Shrub Availability Page: https://www.paintersgreenhouse.com/tree-shrub-availability Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

New This Week April 12, 2026 Remembering Susie Painter We are so very sorry to share the news of the loss of Susie Painter. If not for Susie and Stephen, none of us would have this beautiful home away from home. Susie worked hard alongside Stephen, with help from their son Zach and many other family members over the years to build Painters from the ground up, and when our family purchased it in 2010, it already had a large following of faithful customers. We hope it brought her some comfort in her final weeks to know her vision continues to grow and bloom and bring joy to so many--she had a lot to be proud of! We hope that these photos of Susie over the years at Painters will bring a smile to the faces of all who knew her. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Best Nursery (Trees, Shrubs) New This Week September 5, 2024 3rd Best in WNC! Best Nursery (Trees, Shrubs) Your votes came through and we really appreciate all of you taking the time to cast a ballot for Painters Greenhouse: 3rd Best Nursery in Western North Carolina!!! We are proud of what we do and what we can offer to all of you! Visit Mountain Xpress or pick up their free print editions to see how all your other favorite businesses and local folks measured up! And visit us for our Fall Season: we are open five days a week for five full weeks, September 11th through October 13th . We have our widest selection yet: abundant veggies and fruits, colorful blooms, beautiful grasses, beneficial natives, and a massive shrub and tree selection! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Bring Your Green Thumb Indoors and Create the Perfect Cozy Space this Winter! New This Week November 20, 2023 New Houseplants to Create Some Cozy Bring Your Green Thumb Indoors and Create the Perfect Cozy Space this Winter! This time of year, as the nights are getting longer and dark evenings spread ahead of us, what better way to spend the cozy Hygge season, than with a few new houseplants to refresh our indoor gardens! Calathea Beauty Star $44 At three feet tall and in 10” pots, these are larger than we’ve carried before! With absolutely incomparable foliage—this star is ready for her close-up! And do feel free to get close as this plant is non-toxic. Loves warmth, humidity, and consistently moist (not soggy) soil. Rex Begonia Vine $32-38 In bright, indirect light, the Rex Begonia Vine will climb or trail up to 10 feet! With stunning foliage, reminiscent of rex begonias, this plant is actually more closely related to grape vines. Water when the soil is dry to the touch. Also nontoxic! Limited quantities, on Painters moss poles as well as in hanging baskets. Monstera Peru $24 This houseplant appreciates medium to bright indirect light and maybe a Painters’ moss pole , if you prefer. The Monstera Peru is a unique climbing or vining species with more succulent foliage than the fenestrated leaves usually found in monsteras. Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Cordyline Harlequin $38 With a vibrant punch of striped, pink foliage, this 4’ houseplant will be a stunning pop in a quiet winter home. Its upright habit can make for an effortless corner accent, but its vivid appearance screams centerpiece. They are easy to care for and thrive in warmth and humidity with consistently moist (not soggy) soil. Also known as the Good Luck Plant, a cordyline harlequin would make a lovely New Years addition! Domino Peace Lily $16 This variegated houseplant has beautiful markings and large, creamy white blooms. Growing from 1-3’ tall and wide, this low-maintenance air purifier is sleek and stylish. Splashes of variegation range from pale green to cream—a lovely and Christmas-y addition! Find these and many more in our newly arranged houseplant section! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Tree of the Week, Sept 24-28 New This Week September 22, 2025 Susan & Betty Magnolias Tree of the Week, Sept 24-28 (Small) Trees of the Week: ‘Betty’ and ‘Susan’ Magnolias Magnolia liliiflora ‘Nigra’ x Magnolia stellata ‘Rosea’ Large pink flowers of Magnolia Susan Both Betty and Susan are part of the “Girl” series of magnolias bred at the U.S. National Arboretum in the mid 1950s. Crossing lily magnolia ( Magnolia liliiflora ‘Nigra’) with star magnolia ( Magnolia stellata ‘Rosea’) created sterile F1 hybrids with improved features when compared to the straight species. Blooms occur two to four weeks later than star and saucer magnolias which reduces the likelihood of late spring frost damage. Betty’s blooms are up to 8” in diameter with 12-18 tepals per flower. Outer tepals are greyed-purple at base shading to a red-purple at tips, white on the inside. (photo at top of page) Susan Magnolia bloom Susan’s blooms are 4-6” in diameter with only 6 twisted tepals with a light fragrance. Tepals are a deep red-purple both inside and out: All magnolias in the series experience sporadic summer blooms which add landscape interest with surprise blooms. These magnolias are deciduous and foliage turns yellow in fall. Use Betty or Susan as a specimen in your landscape to highlight their floral displays. Silvery gray bark and multi-stemmed habit can also provide winter architectural interest in the garden. NAME: Named after Pierre Magnol, a French botanist from the 17 th century. Magnol is credited with the categorizing related groups of plants into “families” NATIVE RANGE: Hybrids crossed in Washington, DC. Parentage species lily magnolia and star magnolia originally from SE China and Japan, respectively. FUN FACT: In the United States, the Magnolia tree symbolizes luck and stability. All of the “girls” in the series are named after the daughters of breeders William Kosar and Dr. Francis de Vos, Arboretum director Henry Skinner, and the wife of Secretary of Agriculture Orville Freeman. Magnolia Betty flowers GROWING CONDITIONS: SOIL: Prefer loam soil with adequate moisture, and tolerate both poorly drained, heavy clay soils and dry areas. SUNLIGHT Full sun to light shade HEIGHT/WIDTH: Betty: rounded, multi-stemmed 15’ tall and 17-21’ wide Susan: fairly upright, multi-stemmed 12-15’ tall and 15’ wide ZONES: 3b-8 For sizes, prices, and current stock, see our Tree and Shrub Availability Page: https://www.paintersgreenhouse.com/tree-shrub-availability Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

As growers who are conservation-minded, we are always looking at what we grow (and plant at home), in order to provide diverse food and habitat sources for pollinators, birds and other wildlife. New This Week October 20, 2022 More than Milkweed As growers who are conservation-minded, we are always looking at what we grow (and plant at home), in order to provide diverse food and habitat sources for pollinators, birds and other wildlife. As growers who are conservation-minded, we are always looking at what we grow (and plant at home), in order to provide diverse food and habitat sources for pollinators, birds and other wildlife. We recently came across an excellent article written by Benjamin Vogt (a must read!), which we strongly agree with. In short, his message is that while monarch conservation and milkweed planting is great (and it typically does have a trickle down effect of encouraging planting for other pollinators), it can be harmful if folks are encouraged to plant milkweed and nothing else. It's very important to remember that monarchs are far from the only butterflies or pollinators at risk, and even if you only wanted to support monarchs, the adults feed on nectar from a range of flower species. You don’t want to feed adults but then have no food for the larval stage when their eggs hatch, and likewise you want to be sure you don’t bring home milkweed and caterpillars and then not have nectar for the adults once they metamorphose. In order to fully and effectively support monarchs and other at-risk species, we need to plant both host plant and nectar plant sources, and overall ensure we are creating a balanced, healthy habitat. Added bonus: planting a wider range of native and nectar-producing plants leads to a much more colorful and diverse garden landscape and more varied and beautiful garden visitors! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Painters is Out for Summer New This Week June 28, 2026 Thanks for a Great Spring! Painters is Out for Summer No more sedum, No more sprouts*, No more watering during droughts! See you for fall planting! SPRING 2026: Now Closed FALL SEASON 2026: Sept 9 - Oct 11 *" No more sprouts... no more watering... " this is NOT true! We have seedlings and sprouts–we are planting all the new crops for your gorgeous fall gardens and can't wait to have you join us. See you in September! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Second Crops and New Batches of Special Items New This Week May 17, 2024 We are Growers! Second Crops and New Batches of Special Items "Grown Locally to Thrive Locally." These are not just pretty words. We are growers! We have several talented team members engaged in plant propagation (varied techniques of cutting and sticking as well as sowing), a hardworking production team that plants year-long, and highly skilled growers and waterers who care for over a thousand types of plants spread over multiple greenhouses and outdoor growing areas (only a small area is watered by automatic sprinklers, all else is hand watered and managed). At Painters, you might see signs like this: because we use our retail space to grow as well as sell! (In addition to growing in other greenhouses past customer shopping areas). This means that plants are sometimes organized in ways that may not make immediate sense to the shopper as we have to prioritize ideal growing conditions over merchandising, but that’s why we have maps, signage, and helpful retail floor staff! And while the crowds during big weekends like Herb Fest and Mother’s Day may make it feel like all the best plants must be gone, we grow successive plantings of many of our most popular crops, and continue to stock them to the retail floor as they mature. As of this week, we have new batches of many favorites, including some lovely native and pollinator plant options. We are always growing!! Come check it all out! New! Southern Bush Honeysuckle Japanese Kerria All tree dogwoods, including Pagoda Dogwood Dianthus 'Bath's Pink' Abelia 'Kaleidoscope'* Caladiums (finally fully leafed out, lovely range of colors) Restock! Smooth Hydrangeas: 'Invincebelle Wee White' and 'Invincebelle Ruby'* White Fringetree* Deciduous Azalea 'Gibraltar'* Cardinal Flower Great Blue Lobelia Green and Gold (limited stock, and this one goes fast!) Catmint Bee Balm: blue, purple or deep pink Sweet Basil (6" available now, and another batch of assorted 4" basil coming soon) English Lavender Red or Lilac Sweet Talk Cuphea -- Bat-Faced Cultivars Sun Coleus: assorted colors Spigelia!!! (one more batch of Fire Pinks available for those who couldn't get them this last week) Elderberry Kimberley Queen hanging baskets Boston Fern hanging baskets *While we do propagate some shrubs at the greenhouse, we source the larger, slower-growing shrubs and trees from local wholesale nurseries and native plant growers within a day's drive. We do our best to purchase from WNC growers to ensure the plants have been raised in a similar climate and plant health isn't affected by long-distance shipping. And we have some beautiful, native shrubs arriving from our friends at Carolina Native Nursery next week! Always Growing at Painters! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Alternatives to Bradford Pear New This Week March 24, 2025 Plant This, Not That! Alternatives to Bradford Pear Bradford pear is a popular cultivar of the Callery pear (Pyrus calleryana) native to China and Vietnam. White spring blooms, dark glossy leaves, and a tight pyramidal growth habit has made Bradford pear a common ornamental chosen for landscapes. Bradford pear was originally bred to be sterile and the flowers unable to pollinate themselves. As more cultivars of Callery Pear entered the market, more opportunities for cross-pollination arose, fruit with viable seeds were produced and birds helped spread. You can now find thick stands of thorny Callery Pear escaped from cultivation and present along roadways, fence lines, and edges of cleared land. Chances are the white blooming trees you often see this time of year are seedlings from Bradford pears. The thorny Bradford pear offspring are not desirable to deer browsing, have such a dark, thick canopy it easily outcompetes native vegetation, and grows vigorously–all of these traits allow it to become extremely competitive with native vegetation. Aggressive Bradford pear trees -- Photo credit: NC Cooperative Extension In addition to their invasive qualities, Bradford pear blooms have an unpleasant smell, a fishy or rotting meat odor attracts carrion-loving beetles and flies, which are the original pollinators of the Callery tree. With their rapid growth rate the limbs and trunk are structurally weak and often split and fail within 10-20 years of its lifespan. Serviceberry as a Gorgeous alternative! Here are some options to replace your Bradford pears that will provide more than just ornamental value, but also ecological value and a longer lifespan. These small deciduous tree choices are all native to western North Carolina and in stock at Painters Greenhouse. Serviceberry (Amelanchier spp.) White blooms in early spring (aligns with Bradford pear bloomtime), usually reaches 25’ in height and width at maturity, edible fruit and stunning fall color. White Fringe Tree (Chionanthus virginicus) White, fragrant, dainty blooms in spring, reaches 12-20’ in height and width, produces fruit (similar to olives) appealing to wildlife if a male and female tree are present. Redbud (Cercis canadensis) Magenta spring blooms present before leaves, reaches 20-30’ tall and wide, valuable nectar and pollen source for bees when food sources are scarce. Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida) White spring bloomer, reaches 15-25’ tall and wide, beautiful fall foliage. Carolina Silverbell (Halesia Carolina) Showy white blooms in late April/early May droop from dainty limbs, slowly reaches 20-30’ tall and wide, canopy is open-form with a loose pyramidal shaped crown. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

All Your Most-Asked Questions about How Things Work Around Here! New This Week February 24, 2025 Be In the Know Before You Grow! All Your Most-Asked Questions about How Things Work Around Here! When will XYZ be available? Trees and Shrub s: the Availability List is updated to reflect the quantities and pricing at the start of the business day. This is not updated in live-time–contact us directly if you need to check on the quantity before paying us a visit. Houseplants and Succulents : the Availability List is updated each day to reflect current stock. Contact us directly if you need to check on quantities before paying us a visit. General Perennials and Annuals : we provide a general growing list of what we intend to have for sale at some point during our spring season. While this may seem vague, we offer crops for retail purchase based on when they are ready and sometimes that timeline is out of our hands (germination, weather, crop failure, etc.). For 2026, we have added a Predicted Availability column with our best estimate for each crop's earliest availability. Hopefully this can help you plan your garden and your visit. And remember: if you'd like a list of what is being rolled out each week, subscribe to our weekly email newsletter. We will feature all the new plants that are Rooted and Ready!! When should I come for the largest selection? A quick rule of thumb is that during Painters' Spring Season, the best selection of available houseplants, shrubs, and trees is during the month of March. The widest selection of annuals and perennials is often late April to early May. What varieties of tomatoes will you have this season? And when can I expect them? We plant our tomatoes in three successions to keep new healthy batches rolling through our retail floor. We plant seedlings into 4 inch pots and it takes roughly three weeks for the root systems to be strong enough for transplanting into your garden. We anticipate the first round of tomatoes to be ready starting April 8th, second round May 6th, and a smaller third round available May 27th. Below is a chart depicting what varieties of tomato we will grow in 2026 and when to anticipate their availability. Check our Edibles Page for all the nightshade plants . 8-April 6-May 27-May Tomatillo Toma Verde x x Tomato Amish Paste x x Tomato Better Boy Plus x x x Tomato Better Bush Imp x x Tomato Boxcar Willie x x Tomato Brandywine Red x x x Tomato Brandywine Yellow x x Tomato Celebrity Plus x x Tomato Cherokee Purple x x x Tomato Dancing with Smurfs x x Tomato Early Girl Plus x x Tomato German Johnson Pink x x Tomato Jubilee x x Tomato Juliet x x Tomato Mortgage Lifter x x Tomato Mountain Fresh Plus x x Tomato Pineapple x x Tomato Roma Plum x x Tomato Rutgers x x Tomato Sungold x x x Tomato Sweet Million x x x Tomato Yellow Pear x x When is a safe time to plant? The best time to plant trees, shrubs, and perennials is in the fall and spring to allow roots to become established before the hot weather of summer comes along. These types of plants can be installed in summer, but watering demands and chances of heat-stress will be higher. Annuals should be planted in your landscape after the threat of frost has passed. This can vary by region--check out your county’s average last spring frost date on this interactive map from the NC Cooperative Extension’s website: https://products.climate.ncsu.edu/freeze/map.php This last frost date can vary ± 10 days! A good rule of thumb is don’t plant annuals outside until after Mother’s Day if you’re not willing to cover/protect them from potential frosts. If you’d like to learn more about acclimating any greenhouse-grown plants before planting, check out our blog post: www.paintersgreenhouse.com How to Harden Off Greenhouse-Grown Plants What does it mean to harden off a plant and how to help your new plants adapt and thrive once you have purchased them from a garden center. When’s your big sale? All of our specials are listed in our weekly newsletter and on our website before we open each week on Wednesday. Our sales are based on our current availability and are not planned weeks or months in advance. We always anticipate the need to move annual plants out the door before we close (June 28th this year) and you can expect the lowest prices on remaining annuals the last couple weeks of our spring season. Keep up with us online and we’ll lay out our current specials and sales we’ll be offering and be sure to sign up for our email newsletter on our homepage: https://www.paintersgreenhouse.com When are your big events? Over the years, we’ve been honored to host some truly unforgettable celebrations—from the long-standing traditions of Herb Fest and Little Crafty to the magic of Moth Night and our Midsummer Night Market. To keep growing alongside our amazing community and staff, we’re shaking things up this year. You might notice some changes to our usual lineup, but we’re already busy dreaming up new opportunities for us to get together. Stay tuned for what’s next! (And no worries! We may not host Herb Fest, but we will have loads of herbs!! We might not do a Moth Night, but we always have tons of host plants. Our offerings and great prices will still be as expansive as ever!) Do you have flat discounts? All 3 1/2" pots of annuals and veggies are discounted when purchased by the flat. Sold individually or by the flat of 18. Mix and match and get a jump on your planting! Can you design and install my landscape beds, window planter, combination pot, etc.? We are in the business of growing and selling healthy plants and unfortunately do not offer an in-house landscaping or design service. We understand the interest in professional support, but we do not have a list of vetted professionals who are available this spring. Ask your friends, neighbors, or anyone with a gorgeous garden and see if they have any recommendations for you. Additionally, as we find reputable landscapers, we try to keep their business cards at checkout. Do you all deliver? Can I pre-order my plants? Do you all hold plants? We do not deliver, but we are not afraid to get creative by fitting that birdbath or tree in your compact car!😁 To keep things fair, we run on a first-come-first-serve basis and do not accept pre-orders. We do not have the designated space to hold plants for pick-up. Feel free to give us a call to see if something specific is in stock, if we are running low we may be able to place it at checkout for you to purchase day of calling. What do the different colors on your plant signs mean? We help our customers distinguish between non-native, native, and nativars by the colorful borders on our plant signs that mark each crop of plants. Green is non-native (we do not sell invasives), red is native, and burgundy is nativar. To better understand native vs nativar check out this blog post: www.paintersgreenhouse.com A Guide to Native Plants: Straight Species vs. Nativars Explore the benefits of straight species vs. nativars in our guide. Learn how nativar choices impact biodiversity and pollinator attraction. If you have any further questions, check out our FAQ page on our website or Contact Us here ! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Medicinal Herbs at Painters this Spring New This Week March 27, 2026 Grow Your Own Apothecary Medicinal Herbs at Painters this Spring Whether you’re looking to soothe a restless mind or ease for a seasonal sniffle, the world of medicinal herbs offers a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern wellness. Long before we had pharmacies on every corner, the "apothecary" was often found right in our backyards and forests. Exploring herbalism isn't just about brewing a better cup of tea; it’s about reconnecting with the earth’s original medicine cabinet. However, while "natural" is often synonymous with "gentle," these medicinal plants can be potent—understanding their chemistry is just as important as appreciating their history. When using any herbal remedy, 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. Beyond their healing properties, many of these plants are a masterclass in natural design, offering a visual feast of textures and colors that can transform a garden into a living sanctuary. When we cultivate medicinal herbs like echinacea, blue skullcap, or borage, we aren't just stocking our cabinets—we are providing a vital lifeline for pollinators, inviting bees and butterflies to share in the harvest. Find these new varieties at Painters this season! Mountain Arnica Arnica montana Native to the mountains of Central Europe, Mountain Arnica’s bright yellow flowers have been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly for healing salves. Do use caution when handling though, as raw sap can cause skin irritation. Perennial herb (z4-9) Full sun-part shade 1-2' tall, 1-3' wide Needs well-drained soil to thrive Unsafe to consume (toxic if ingested) Narrow-Leaf Coneflower* Echinacea angustifolia Native to the prairies and plains of central North America, this echinacea species has been long cherished by indigenous peoples for its immense medicinal value. (But the birds won’t pass on this secret. They would rather keep it for themselves!) Perennial (z3-8) Full sun 1-2' tall and wide Highly adaptable, tolerant of heat, humidity, drought, and poor soils Showy, light pink summer flowers; fantastic for pollinators and birds *We anticipate this plant to be available for sale early May. Check back on our website or watch for updates in our Rooted and Ready feature in the newsletter! Blue Skullcap Scutellaria lateriflora This woodland beauty has long been prized in folk medicine for its calming properties. NATIVE perennial herb (z3-9) Full sun-part shade 2-3' tall, 1-2' wide Small, pale blue blooms summer to fall Comfrey Symphytum officinale Also known as knitbone. Common comfrey has been cultivated since the 12th century for dying and medicinal properties. And it’s true medicine is also for the soil! Comfrey’s nutrient-rich foliage makes excellent fodder for compost or liquid fertilizer for crops. A real earth-enriching superstar. Perennial herb (z4-8) Full sun-part shade 1-3' tall and wide Purple bell flowers spring to summer, loved by bees Deer resistant Easy to grow; can spread aggressively (best kept contained) Calendula 'Resina' Calendula officinalis 'Resina' ‘Resina’ Calendula is a highly medicinal strain of Calendula officinalis prized for its superior resin content , making it ideal for making healing salves, tinctures, and teas. It is known for its sticky, golden-yellow daisy-like flowers, which have been long treasured for their medicinal properties, as well as their uses in fabric dyeing and cosmetics. Annual herb Full sun 1-2' tall and wide Can also be used culinarily in lieu of saffron Undemanding and easy to grow; aka pot marigold Current Availability Click for Plant Lists