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Why we love this vining and climbing houseplant New This Week October 5, 2022 Plant of the Week: Rhaphodapora tetrasperma Why we love this vining and climbing houseplant Often called Monstera Ginny, Monstera Minima, or Mini Monstera for its fenestrated leaves and resemblance to Monstera deliciosa, this houseplant is in an entirely different family and comes from a separate part of the world. What it does have in common with Monstera deliciosa is that it is low-maintenance, a great starter plant that can make a HUGE impact when it matures, and adapts well to life indoors as a houseplant. A Rhaphidophora testrasperma can make a big impact! This is a member of the Rhaphidophora family which also includes other common houseplants such as Rhaphidophora decursiva and Rhaphidohora Hayi. As their common name implies, this unique fenestrated plant is a great option if you are looking for a small vining plant to add to your collection. Indoors, the mini monstera normally tops out at about 6 to 8 feet tall, with leaves that are about 6 to 8 inches long. In its native environment, the mini monstera is a climbing plant, so it will thrive if provided with a support to climb indoors such as a moss pole or trellis. If you have any experience growing other aroids such as monsteras, alocasias, or philodendrons, you will have no problem keeping this mini climber happy. Scientific Name: Rhaphidophora tetrasperma Common Names: Mini Monstera, Monstera "Ginny", Monstera minima Family: Araceae Mature Size: 6-8 ft. tall (indoors), 15-20 ft. tall (outdoors) Light: Bright, indirect light Soil Type: Moist but well-draining Lighting: Rhaphidophora tetrasperma requires bright, indirect light. The more light it receives the better and faster it will grow. Avoid direct light on the leaves as they can burn. A spot near an eastern-facing window, or slightly set back from a western or southern-facing window is ideal. If new leaves are smaller or have fewer fenestrations (cut-outs), consider moving your plant to a location with more light. Water: Rhaphidophora tetrasperma, like most aroids, likes the top 1-2" of soil to dry out between waterings. Using the finger test- insert your finger into the top 1-2" of soil. Remove your finger and wave it around, do you feel the wind on it or does it feel cooler? Wait to water if it feels cooler/slightly damp. It can be sensitive to frequent over or underwatering. Humidity & temperature: This plant can tolerate standard household humidity (typically around 30-40%) and temperatures (above 68 degrees), though it will absolutely thrive with added humidity! Consider placing it near a humidifier, using a pebble tray, or grouping it with other plants (especially in winter). Soil: A standard aroid mix is great. For home use, we typically recommend a mix of two-part potting soil to one part perlite and one part orchid bark. The additions of perlite and orchid bark keep the soil chunky, well-draining, and aerated. Fertilizer: Fertilize regularly throughout the growing season. Cut back fertilizing in the winter, but if your plant is still putting off new growth don't stop completely. For plants that go dormant in winter, we still recommend using a plant food like super thrive occasionally. Training: This plant is born to climb! It does best if you provide it with a trellis, moss pole, or wall to climb up! Leaving them to hang can cause them to become leggy and their new leaves to be smaller. Common Problems: This plant is not particularly prone to pests but can still be affected by the likes of spider mites, mealy bugs, and more. Preventative treatments like wiping down the leaves with neem oil occasionally and proper watering can go a long way in preventing pests. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Complete List of Native Plants at Painters New This Week February 20, 2024 Spring 2024 Native Plants Complete List of Native Plants at Painters At Painters, our collective ecological footprint is important to us. To combat the environmental harm of invasive plant species as well as creating food sources and native habitat for wildlife, we are committed to growing and offering a wide variety of native plant species. Cultivating a landscape of diverse and vigorous natives reduces the opportunity for invasives to take hold. February 26 kicks off National Invasive Species Awareness Week and in sharing this educational platform, we wish to reiterate our commitment to not selling plants that are invasive in Western North Carolina. Additionally, we're particularly excited to share that we've expanded our offerings of straight species natives. So as you plan your gardens for spring, take a look at our list of 2024 Native Plant offerings. There's a lot to be enthusiastic about! This is a complete listing of native plants to be offered at Painters over the course of our spring season--annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs. Some will be available day one and others will be ready for purchase later in the season. We plan our production with the goal of plants maturing and selling at a time when they will most likely succeed and do not artificially force our natives to emerge sooner than nature intends. Prices, quantities, and sizes will be added to our weekly Availability Lists as the season progresses. Spring 2024 Native Plant List - Updated 2.27.24 .pdf Download PDF • 77KB Click here to read more about Native Plants at Painters! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Discover the wide selection of natives, perennials, annuals, trees & shrubs, succulents, and houseplants available for sale at Painters Greenhouse. Described as a paradise for plant lovers, Painters has over 100,000 square feet of growing and retail space and we cultivate around 1,000 species on site. We plant, water, and inspect our crops by hand and sell direct to our faithful retail customers. Only a small fraction of our plants are grown outside of WNC - better for the plants & the planet! OUR PLANTS 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. We plant, water, and care for our crops by hand, selling directly to our loyal customers. Because nearly everything is grown right here in WNC, it's better for both the plants and the planet! We are known for our focus on native and pollinator plants, an expansive selection of over 900 perennial varieties, giant Boston ferns, robust trees & shrubs, and affordable houseplants. Come see for yourself why people travel from miles around to make Painters their "go-to" nursery! Annual & Perennial Growing List Tree & Shrub Availability Houseplant Availability This list includes annuals, perennials, veggies, and herbs planted for spring 2026. All items listed are intended for sale during our retail season, and will be made available for purchase as they reach optimum maturity and health. Subscribe to our newsletter--or follow us on socials--to be the first to know what’s coming out each week! Click for Growing List This list includes shrubs and trees as well as perennial edibles and fruits. The list is updated daily to reflect any new additions or sold out items. Prices and availability are subject to change. We are unfortunately unable to accommodate preorders, holds, or delivery. NOTE: You won't find shrubs on our list such as nandina, mimosa tree, barberry, Japanese spirea, butterfly bush, or burning bush because they are deemed invasive in NC. To view a list of invasive plants to avoid planting, visit the NC Native Plant Society website. For a helpful tutorial on commonly used invasive foundation plants and native alternatives, click here. Click for Trees/Shrubs This list contains available houseplants, succulents, tropicals, and carnivorous plants at Painters. Including our famous tropical ferns! The list is updated daily to reflect any new additions or sold out items. Prices and availability are subject to change. This list does not show discounted prices. Weekly sales are listed in our newsletter or New this Week. Don't see what you're looking for or have a question? Please Contact us . Click for Houseplants PLANTS BY CATEGORY NATIVE PLANTS Native plants are naturally adapted to our local climate, soils, and seasonal rhythms. Beautiful and resilient, incorporating native species into your garden is one of the most impactful ways to support local wildlife, conserve water, and cultivate a thriving ecosystem right at home. Learn More TREES & SHRUBS We offer a variety of shrubs and trees including many evergreen and blooming options. Choose from a wide selection of fruiting shrubs and trees, an extensive array of native options, and an assortment of ornamental or screening varieties. Learn More ANNUALS Perfect for one glorious season of impact, annuals are the ultimate garden favorite. Explore our huge selection of flowering and foliage plants—crafted to make your flower beds, containers, and hanging baskets pop! Learn More PERENNIALS Perennials are the gifts that keep on giving, returning year after year to enrich your landscape! Our vast selection ranges from beloved native favorites like black-eyed Susans and coneflower to shade-loving ferns and hostas—plus an array of ornamental grasses, groundcovers, and more. Learn More EDIBLES We offer a broad selection of vegetables, herbs, fruiting shrubs, and fruiting trees. You will find many heirlooms varieties as well as those bred for disease resistance, container gardening, and more. Each year we grow both classic and unique cultivars, focusing on varieties that are proven to grow well in our climate. Learn More HOUSEPLANTS Bring nature indoors! We have houseplants for every budget and need including low-light plants, pet friendly plants, and unique low maintenance plants. We are proud to offer a wide selection at affordable prices. Learn More LEARN ABOUT OUR APPROACHES TO: EFFICIENCY & REUSE SAFE EDIBLES PEST PREVENTION & TREATMENT PESTICIDE AWARENESS SUPPORTING POLLINATORS

We couldn't do it without them! New This Week May 4, 2022 Thank You to Our Staff We couldn't do it without them! As we head into the busiest weekend of the year, we are well aware that Painters wouldn't function without our small but mighty team. Please take an extra moment while shopping this week to celebrate the hardworking people that work tirelessly to make it all possible! Painters is a unique place - we love that we can keep prices low and make plants more accessible to everyone, and in particular that we grow most of the plants right here, but that means that while we are here to help, our team also wears many other hats! Your patience and understanding is always appreciated as we strive to keep our tables well stocked, our plants watered, and answer your questions. We are SO grateful for our amazing team! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Tree and Shrub of the Week, Oct 1-5 New This Week September 29, 2025 ’Troja Black’ Georgia Bush Honeysuckle & ‘Flame Thrower’ Redbud Tree and Shrub of the Week, Oct 1-5 ‘Flame Thrower’ Redbud Cercis canadensis ‘Flame Thrower’ ‘NC2016-2’ Redbud cauliflory Eastern redbud is a small deciduous tree known for bright pink and purple blooms in early spring before the tree’s heart-shaped leaves emerge. The individual flowers resemble pea blooms (they’re in the same family) and provide a great source of nectar and pollen to bees and other pollinators in late February and March since it’s a time of year when most plants are still dormant. The flowers, and subsequently, the seed pods are borne along the old stems and sometimes trunks of the trees–an unusual adaptation called ‘cauliflory’. Eastern redbuds are often found in our area along woodland edges, open thickets and along rocky streams. You’ll often notice them blooming along interstate 40 along the edges of the woods. ‘Flame Thrower’ is a variety of redbud bred by Dennis J. Werner of NC State University by crossing ‘Rising Sun’ and ‘NC2006-14’ redbuds. ‘Rising Sun’ is an upright variety with gold leaves and ‘NC2006-14’ is a weeping, purple leaf variety. By crossing the two, ‘Flame Thrower’ has traits of both-–with a range of leaf colors emerging red/purple and maturing in a consecutive series of colors from red to orange, yellow, then green. ‘Flame Thrower’ is not classified as having a weeping habit, but it does have limbs with a slight pendant growth. This variety of redbud is stunning during the growing season when foliated. The gradation of leaf colors is startling when seen all at once and creates a prismatic specimen tree in any yard. Because of the smaller stature, ‘Flame Thrower’ will fit in most yards without taking up too much of the landscape. The colorful display of leaves end in yellow before giving way to autumn. After leaf drop the unique zig-zag stems are exposed-–a common way to identify eastern redbuds in winter. In addition to beauty, eastern redbuds are safe to plant near black walnuts (juglone tolerant) and are not a preferred food source for deer. NAME: Cercis is derived from the Greek word kerkis meaning “weaver’s shuttle” – a note on the resemblance of the seed pods to the weaver’s tool. NATIVE RANGE: Eastern and central North America from New Jersey down to Florida and west to Nebraska and eastern Texas. FUN FACT: Cercis canadensis is in the bean family (Fabaceae). The flowers and immature seed pods are edible. Flowers have a sweet floral taste and the pods’ taste resembles snow peas. GROWING CONDITIONS: SOIL: Moist, average, well-drained soil SUNLIGHT: Full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight) to partial shade (2-6 hours of direct sunlight) HEIGHT/WIDTH: 15-20’ tall and 10-15’ wide ZONES: 5a-9b ‘Troja Black’ Georgia Bush Honeysuckle Diervilla rivularis ‘Troja Black’ 'Troja Black' Georgia Bush Honeysuckle at Painters There are three species in the genus Diervilla with D. rivularis (Georgia Bush Honeysuckle) being the rarest. Georgia bush honeysuckle is endemic to the southern Appachians, and is rare in Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama, while extirpated (locally extinct) in North Carolina. The Caprifoliaceae family also includes weigela and honeysuckle (Lonicera). Its common name can cause some confusion as it’s not closely related to the vining honeysuckle most gardeners are familiar with. Instead, it is a suckering shrub that can grow into a dense mound via rhizomes and reach only 3-5’ tall and wide. Dark purple newly emerged leaves ‘Troja Black’ is a variety of Georgia bush honeysuckle noted for dark purple newly emerged leaves that turn dark green in summer. The dark foliage is a beautiful backdrop for the lemony-yellow blooms to pop. The tubular blooms are present throughout summer (June-September) and attract bees, butterflies, mothers, and hummingbirds. The blooms give way to seed capsules which lend no ornamental value. Fall color is a mix of bright reds and oranges and makes a great substitute for burning bush. ‘Troja Black’ is an easy, hands-off shrub to grow as it can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions, moisture levels, and sunlight conditions. Would work well as a shrub in a pollinator garden, as a low wildlife hedge, or at the edge of a woodland or streambank. If pruning is necessary to create a tidier shrub, prune in early spring by only 1/3. Flowers are present on new growth and pruning during the growing season will remove the potential for blooms. Pronounced “deer-villa”, which is a nice reminder that this shrub is resistant to deer browsing, but as with everything, deer may feed on it if other food sources are scarce. NAME: Genus is named after Marin Dierevilla, a French botanist and travel writer who introduced the plant to Europe in 1700 after a trip to Acadia (present-day Canada). NATIVE RANGE: The species (Diervilla rivularis) is found in moist wooded areas and along roadsides in southern Appalachians in Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama–naturally it’s a rare find! FUN FACT: Common names for Diervilla rivularis include: Georgia bush honeysuckle, mountain bush honeysuckle, and hairy bush honeysuckle. D. rivularis’ undersides of leaves and young branchlets are pubescent (hairy) and is used as an aid in identifying it alongside Diervilla sessilifolia. GROWING CONDITIONS: SOIL: Handles a wide range of soils from heavy clay to sandy soil, alkaline to acidic, dry to wet. SUNLIGHT: Full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight) to partial sun. For best flower display and leaf color place in an area that gets at least a few hours of direct sunlight. HEIGHT/WIDTH : 4-5’ tall and wide ZONES: 5-8 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

Chinese Wisteria and Japanese Wisteria Alternatives New This Week April 14, 2025 Plant This Not That! Chinese Wisteria and Japanese Wisteria Alternatives Who doesn’t absolutely love a gorgeous spring bloom? At the end of a long cold winter, the sight of a full and fragrant cluster of blooms is like coming up for air. This time of year, you may be finding yourself admiring those groupings of spring blooming vines with all the pendulous purple flowers. Wisteria is so lovely! But did you know that most wisteria you see is non-native? Read more about why we should consider alternatives and then find a great list of substitutes below. Both Chinese wisteria ( Wisteria sinensi s) and Japanese wisteria ( Wisteria floribunda ) were introduced to the U.S. in the 1800s as a favored plant for climbing trellises, gazebos, and porches. It provided dense shade and was exceptionally fast growing. "We" thought this was a darling option! Unfortunately the collective "Past Us” was not doing a favor for “Future Us.” We know better now! These non-native wisteria are now considered invasive in at least 19 states. Both are aggressive vines that can reach up to 70 feet with 15 inch stems (or more)! These invasive vines can easily choke or kill native trees by shading out foliage and girding tree trunks. Understory plants and shrubs are smothered or killed beneath the heavy weight or shaded out completely. And these non-native wisterias often outcompete native plants for resources in North Carolina, most commonly in disturbed areas like forest edges. They easily spread by runners and seeds so even with our best intentions, they are incredibly hard to contain. Plus horror stories abound of smashed gutters, split siding, and even structural/foundation issues. The collective present-day "Us” might be looking for less costly and more beneficial alternatives! Fortunately, we have plentiful, gorgeous alternatives! Check out these native perennial vines at Painters this spring: Passiflora incarnata Passionflower vine NATIVE perennial vine (z5-9) full sun-part shade, climbing 6-8' Utterly extraordinary spring blooms, plus edible fruits, known as maypops Thrives in well-drained soil, drought tolerant; spreads by root suckers Important larval host plant with exceptional wildlife value, as beneficial as it is beautiful Bignonia capreolata Crossvine ‘Tangerine Beauty’ NATIVAR perennial vine (z5-9) full-part sun, up to 30' climb Abundant long-lasting tangerine blooms bring hummingbirds galore Easily attaches to most surfaces by tendrils Tolerates partial shade, but best flower production occurs in full sun Campsis radicans Trumpet vine ‘Flava’ NATIVAR perennial vine (z4-10) full sun-part shade, 30-40' climb Attractive orange-yellow summer blooms, adored by hummingbirds Needs a sturdy structure for support; an aggressive spreader, best kept contained Can cause skin irritation on contact; aka cow-itch An aggressive spreader, best kept contained; can cause skin irritation (aka cow-itch) Gelsemium sempervirens Carolina jessamine NATIVE perennial vine (z6-10) full-part sun, 10-20' climb, 4-8' wide Masses of yellow flowers in early spring, adored by hummingbirds Semi-evergreen foliage takes on a burgundy tinge in cool weather Happily grows up trellises or arbors; planter beware: highly toxic if ingested Lonicera sempervirens Coral honeysuckle NATIVE perennial vine (z4-9) full sun, 15-25' climb Coral red-yellow trumpet blooms spring to fall, semi-evergreen Blooms bring pollinators, fall berries attract birds A lovely native alternative to more aggressive honeysuckle vines, adored by hummingbirds! Lonicera sempervirens Coral honeysuckle ‘Magnifica’ NATIVAR semi-evergreen vine (z4-8) full-part sun, 7-10' climb Sweetly scented, bright orange, tubular blooms; after flowering, red fruits provide food for birds Twines beautifully up trellises or other support; a favorite of hummingbirds! Lonicera sempervirens Coral honeysuckle ‘Major Wheeler’ NATIVAR deciduous perennial vine (z4-8) full sun, climbing up to 10' Abundant red trumpet flowers spring-fall; valuable for wildlife, hummingbird magnet! Needs support to climb; not invasive and easy to grow, amenable to pruning Not invasive and easy to grow; beautiful and highly valuable for wildlife In previous seasons, Painters has carried American wisteria (specifically, Wisteria frutescens 'Amethyst Falls') and hope to again soon. The native species is not only a nectar source for butterflies and native insects, but it is also the larval host for silver-spotted skipper butterflies. A solid alternative choice! As always, for more current prices, sizes, and varieties, view our Growing List and Availability Pages on our website: https://www.paintersgreenhouse.com/growinglist Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Join the Challenge! New This Week April 27, 2026 Less Lawn More Life! Join the Challenge! Let’s trade that high-maintenance grass for a high-impact habitat! We’re officially inviting all Painters gardeners to join the Less Lawn More Life Challenge starting May 7th! This is a free, 12-week nationwide journey designed to help you transform your outdoor space into a thriving ecosystem, one expert-led step at a time. And it all begins with a live keynote from the legendary Robin Wall Kimmerer—botanist, author of Braiding Sweetgrass , and founder of Plant, Baby Plant —on May 7th at 7pm ET. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE Why join the movement? The Wildr Score : Every participant receives a free ecological health assessment for their specific yard. (We know all of you gardeners are going to LOVE this.) 12 Weekly Challenges: Get guided, bite-sized actions to boost your local biodiversity. Direct Access: Join live webinars and Q&A sessions with the world’s leading conservationists. Watching the local birds, butterflies, and hummingbirds reclaim your yard is more than just a hobby—it’s a legacy for our kids, our community, and a vital gift to our local WNC ecosystem. So let’s dig in! Sign up, shrink that lawn, and let nature surprise you. ' Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

An Accomplished and Aromatic Plant of the Week! New This Week March 18, 2025 Bay Laurel An Accomplished and Aromatic Plant of the Week! Bay Laurel Laurus nobilis Also known as Sweet Bay, this slow-growing, long-lived Mediterranean native is our Painters Plant of the Week! Sweet bay is a medium-sized tree or multi-trunked shrub, whose aromatic leaves are used commonly as a culinary herb (bay leaf). From early Greek and Roman times until now, bay laurels have been sought for their cultural significance and symbolism. It was believed to offer protection from natural disasters–especially lightning!–so laurel trees were planted near doorways and sprigs of laurel were hung to prevent fire. Additionally, bay laurels were used in the laurel wreaths worn by ancient poets, athletes, soldiers, and Roman Emperors to symbolize victory or accomplishment. We still see evidence of it in our architecture and language: poet laureate and Nobel laureate and the phrase “resting on your laurels.” It’s the ultimate flex: sweet bay is not just accomplished, but symbolically accomplished. (It's like regular accomplished, but with more jazz hands). You can see why we love it! Bay leaves for culinary use And while symbolism, showy head-gear, and fireproofing is important, bay laurel is most often sought after for its sweetly aromatic leaves: bay leaves provide a flavor positively indispensable for cooking. Leaves may be harvested year round, but larger, older leaves are said to provide the strongest and best flavor. The leaves add flavor to soups, sauces, stews, meats, pickles, and more. The flavor is stronger fresh than when used dry. Dried bay leaves can also be used in potpourri, for wreaths and other craft projects, or to repel pests such as silverfish or pantry insects. Because it is quite slow growing, as well as being amenable to pruning and shaping, Bay Laurels are excellent candidates for container gardening. Topiaries even! And in our region here in WNC, unless you have a very specific micro-climate, they will need to be overwintered indoors so potting it up is preferred. During the cold winter months, bay laurels can be grown in bright light indoors as a houseplant or allowed to go dormant in a cool, dark place (about 30-60 degrees) with occasional watering. (Do note that it is toxic to pets so be mindful of its location.) Type: Tender evergreen shrub USDA Growing Zones: 8-10 Sun Exposure: Full sun-part shade Size: Slow-growing but in native landscape can reach 20-40’ Soil Needs: Tolerates a variety of soil types and can be grown in containers Care: Frost-sensitive so wait until the threat of frost has passed before putting it out 1 gallon pots at Painters this spring A general word of caution: because Painters is currently stocking other plants with laurel in the name, such as mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) and cherry laurel (Prunus laurocerasus), do note that these are not in the same family as bay laurel and are poisonous. Don’t put these ones in your stew! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

May 14th Plant Spotlight New This Week May 13, 2024 Rex Begonias May 14th Plant Spotlight Painters Greenhouse is known for our rex begonias. The King Begonia! The size and the health of our plants is hard to match and we are proud to offer these beauties as a gorgeous summer accent or houseplant! Grown for their exceptionally-colored leaves in greens, reds, silvers and purples, Rex Begonias make for a stunning outdoor container plant. Just keep them out of direct sunlight as the foliage can burn. They prefer bright, indirect light and moderate temperatures so a covered porch is a great fit. We absolutely love the colors and patterns combined with other part shade plants in combo baskets and pots! Painters is carrying five different hybrids this season. Find your favorite foliage in these masterful accent plants! Rex Begonia 'Escargot' Houseplant or annual, bright indirect light indoors, part shade outdoors, 12-18'' tall and wide Striking leaves have a snail-like curl; gorgeous as a standalone specimen or a foliage contrast in container combinations Allow soil to dry completely between waterings Toxic to pets and humans so be mindful of location Rex Begonia 'Fedor' Houseplant or annual, bright indirect light indoors, part shade outdoors, 12-18'' tall and wide Beautiful silvery, mint-green leaves with dark green venations Allow soil to dry completely between waterings Toxic to pets and humans so be mindful of location Rex Begonia 'Fireworks' Houseplant or annual, bright indirect light indoors, part shade outdoors, 1-2' tall and wide Large, iridescent leaves with vibrant purple-pink markings -- a real stunner Allow soil to dry out between waterings Toxic to pets and humans so be mindful of location Rex Begonia 'Raindance' Houseplant or annual, bright indirect light indoors, part shade outdoors, 1-2' tall and wide Leaves emerge shimmery silver and mature to gray, offset by striking black margins and centers Allow soil to dry out between waterings; to prevent fungal problems, do not wet leaves when watering Toxic to pets and humans so be mindful of location Rex Begonia 'Red Kiss' Houseplant or annual, full-part shade outdoors, bright indirect light indoors, 6-8'' tall and wide Bright metallic red leaves with dark centers and black margins Compact variety; tiny pink flowers Allow soil to dry out between waterings Toxic to pets and humans so be mindful of location Additionally in our Houseplant section, we are carrying a very special hybrid with exceptional foliage. Rex Begonia 'Black Magic' Houseplant or annual, bright indirect light indoors, part shade outdoors, 1' tall and wide Pebbled, near-black foliage underpinned with red will have you under its spell -- stunning! Appreciates humidity; allow soil to dry out between waterings To prevent fungal problems, do not wet leaves when watering Toxic to pets and humans so be mindful of location Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

An easy-care, beautiful blooming native that makes a charming groundcover! New This Week March 31, 2025 Mouse-Eared Coreopsis 'Nana' An easy-care, beautiful blooming native that makes a charming groundcover! Mouse-Eared Coreopsis 'Nana' aka Dwarf Tickseed (This season at Painters, we have straight sps as well as nativar "Elfin Gold") Add this great plant to your list of native groundcovers--whether you're just adding to your gardens or doing some restoration planting. A slow spreader to 2' wide per plant, it's a great naturalizer for areas with rocky or poor soils . They do like some drainage, and prefer to have some supplemental watering (some other coreopsis are more drought tolerant, but these do want regular water while getting established and supplemental watering through drier/hotter periods). Spreads via underground stems, allowing for transplant of 'babies' or off shoots to other spots if desired. Simply BEAUTIFUL spring color--a less commonly seen rich gold-- and if you have the time to deadhead the spent blooms, you will continue to have sporadic blooms in summer and another smaller flush in fall (Pro tip: when mostly done with spring flush, just take sheers or a weedwhacker to the entire area as the bloom stalks rise above foliage and you can deadhead them without damaging leaves). Good pollinator support-- butterflies love them . A wonderful edge/border plant, especially impactful planted en masse. Even when not in bloom or sporadic flowering, the foliage forms a nice low mat of dense shiny leaves. Stays partially green year-round, but more leaves flush in the growing season. Check out these photos from a staff member's garden--year two, three, and year four! Coreopsis 'Nana' Year Two Coreopsis 'Nana' Year Three Coreopsis 'Nana' Year Four (The photo is a little blurry, but you can see such a lovely progression!) Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

For Art Lovers AND Indoor Plant Lovers New This Week March 23, 2026 Calathea and Maranta: a Profusion of Pattern! For Art Lovers AND Indoor Plant Lovers Absolute living art galleries, these beyond gorgeous houseplants will not disappoint! We love these for several reasons. First, they’re pet safe--which can be a challenge with many houseplants--so you can rest easy with a furry friend in the house. Second (and so obvious!) we love them because they are just stunning! And there are SO many varieties to choose from! With a wide selection of colors, patterns, leaf shapes, growth habits, and sizes, you can find just the right one for your aesthetic. Both calatheas (also known as goeperttia) and marantas love humidity and consistently moist soil. A perfect fit for the plant parent who likes to show up! Maranta (a.k.a. prayer plant) secret: to keep from getting brown tips, use distilled water rather than tap water. Or if you are not a plant perfectionist, they are absolutely gorgeous however they are! Prices, sizes, and current stock are on our Houseplant Availability Page. www.paintersgreenhouse.com Houseplant & Succulent Availability List | Painters Greenhouse Peruse our list of available houseplants, succulents, tropicals, and carnivorous plants at Painters. Including our famous tropical ferns! The list is updated weekly during open seasons to reflect any new additions or sold out items. Prices and availability are subject to change. This calathea is so gorgeous, she goes by the name 'Beauty Star!' Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Give the gift that keeps on growing! New This Week December 12, 2023 Need a gift idea? Give the gift that keeps on growing! Whether someone loves grand gestures or simple delights, plants are always the perfect present. For a tangible gift, physical gift cards are ready for purchase during our open hours. Need something sooner than that? Our digital gift certificates can be bought online 24/7 and delivered straight to your inbox (or theirs). No matter the occasion or recipient, a Painters gift card is the perfect present for your plant-loving loved one. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Plus beautiful hard-to-find pitcher plants! New This Week April 28, 2025 Awesome native and non-invasive aquatics Plus beautiful hard-to-find pitcher plants! We are excited to announce a new stock of locally grown carnivorous plants including beautiful, hard-to-find pitcher plants from a local grower! Plus w e've heard from you and this spring we have grown a better selection of marginal aquatics than ever before! If you are new to water gardening, m arginal aquatic plants thrive in shallow water near the edges of ponds and water gardens. Their roots grow under water but their foliage and flowers emerge above. They come in all shapes and sizes and perform several vital functions. They provide habitat for fish and wildlife, provide food for waterfowl, and they can help reduce shoreline erosion. Additionally, some of the marginals we have at Painters can spread out onto the water’s surface from the edge where they are rooted, providing some coverage for fish & creatures and helping to prevent algae development. Marginals are also perfect to soften the pond edges and blend the water garden into the landscape. Check out this list of plants growing at Painters this spring! Painters List of Moisture Lovers and Marginal Aquatic Plants To continue to support the natural ecology here in WNC, Painters Greenhouse has revamped our aquatics program in other ways too*. While we no longer carry typical floating aquatics like water hyacinth or parrot's feather, we have native fairy moss (floater/surface cover) and frogbit (floater/surface cover and very similar to tiny water lilies)! *A lot of the aquatics that are typically sold for water gardening have become invasive in our area with very serious consequences. These non-native aquatics are not just outcompeting other native plants (which is problem enough), but when they grow quickly and form dense mats, they block sunlight and reduce oxygen which harms fish and other native aquatic life. These masses of invasives can also interfere with recreation, and most critically, add to flood risk and clog water supply systems. We certainly don't need to increase our likelihood of flooding or decrease access to clean, plentiful water! Even if you are the most diligent and responsible pond keeper, anything out-of-doors is too often outside of our control. For example, raccoons and bears love to snack on water hyacinth. The seeds pass through their digestive system and are then deposited in their scat (poop). This scat, with its viable seeds, can then be dispersed to new locations spreading water hyacinth in unintended waterways. Additionally, flooding is a significant contributor to the spread of invasive species - if you had invasive aquatics or terrestrial plants that got washed away in Helene, it's very likely that some of them survived. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Native Groundcover for Shade and Loved by Pollinators New This Week April 21, 2025 Plant of the Week: Meehan's Mint Native Groundcover for Shade and Loved by Pollinators For those of us who live in the land of little light (of which I am one mostly-happy resident) we can grapple with good groundcover choices. So for this week’s feature plant, allow me to present a fresh option: Meehania cordata, commonly known as Meehan’s mint or creeping mint, gets its name from American horticulturalist Thomas Meehan. While it is in the mint family–Lamiaceae–it does not have a minty fragrance. But don’t let that give you pause. A new plant to Painters this spring, we are thrilled about this North Carolina native shade tolerant groundcover! It is a deciduous and herbaceous perennial, and it spreads politely, not thuggishly as many mints can. Meehan’s mint is a low-growing, low-maintenance plant, and an excellent complement among other woodland natives. In the spring, with a bit of dappled light, it will bloom lovely spotted lavender-blue flowers on upright stems, attracting hummingbirds and bees. It will tolerate full sun if the soil stays evenly moist, but thrives in the shade. Additionally, it can grow in dry shade (but spreads better in moist soil). The heart shaped leaves and trailing stems make it a great choice on a woodland slope. Type: NATIVE perennial groundcover USDA Growing Zones: 4-8 Sun Exposure: Part-full shade Size: 12-18'' wide, 6'' tall Soil Needs: Thrives in rich, moist woodland soil Also: Deer resistant This spring at Painters we are carrying Meehan’s mint in a few sizes and price points. They are looking full and fabulous so grab yours before they are gone! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

One of our favorite native plants for shade! New This Week April 3, 2023 Plant of the Week: Dwarf Crested Iris One of our favorite native plants for shade! These gorgeous WNC natives are blooming right now in our woods! Typically only 4-6” in height, Dwarf Crested Iris spread to form a ground cover when in their native habitat of peaty woodland soils and part shade. The showy blooms appear March-May depending on your location, and attract and support hummingbirds and bees. A nice big patch on the Owen's driveway! In the garden they are happiest with our native, acidic soil, and appreciate some leaf mulch to increase organic matter and hold in moisture. Due to their short stature, we love using them in the borders of our shade gardens. Once established, they should require no additional care if soil and light preferences are followed. These lovely spring flowers are deer resistant and add a stunning pop of color to woodland settings. If you aren't fortunate enough to have them in your backyard (like the Owens), or if you simply want more, we have plenty of them available at Painters! Native Area: Eastern United States USDA Growing Zones: 3a–9a Height: 4–9 inches Sun Exposure: Partial shade; tolerates full sun Current Availability Click for Plant Lists