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You don't want to miss these stunning flowers! New This Week June 20, 2022 Night Blooming Cereus You don't want to miss these stunning flowers! The Night Blooming Cereus for sale at Painters are just about to bloom! Checkout this amazing time lapse video Austin made last year of these stunning flowers and bring one home this week! Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

New This Week May 30, 2023 Plant of the Week: Shasta Daisy Shasta Daisies (Leucanthemum x superbum) belong to the Asteraceae family, a large and diverse group of flowering plants. Developed by horticulturist Luther Burbank in the late 19th century, these daisies are a result of careful breeding, combining the oxeye daisy, English field daisy, and Portuguese field daisy. The name "Shasta" pays homage to the majestic Mount Shasta in California, where Burbank conducted his remarkable experiments. Well-known for their stunning white petals and sunny yellow centers, what appears to be a single flower is actually a composite of numerous tiny flowers. Each "petal" is an individual ray flower, while the vibrant center consists of multiple disc flowers, creating a visually striking bloom that attracts bees and butterflies! Members of the Asteraceae family, these hardy perennials were developed by horticulturist Luther Burbank in the late 19th century. These daisies are a result of careful breeding, combining the oxeye daisy, English field daisy, and Portuguese field daisy. The name "Shasta" pays homage to the majestic Mount Shasta in California, where Burbank conducted his remarkable experiments. Shasta Daisies are relatively low maintenance, requiring minimal watering once established (though they will appreciate a good soak during prolonged dry spells). These daisies are also known for their resistance to pests and diseases. Shasta Daisies are versatile performers, capable of shining in various garden settings. They thrive in full sun but can tolerate partial shade, making them adaptable to different areas of your landscape. Their compact and clumping growth habit makes them suitable for borders, rock gardens, or even containers. Additionally, Shasta Daisies make wonderful cut flowers, bringing their cheerful charm indoors to brighten up any room. SHASTA DAISY CARE Fertilizing: Shasta Daisies are not heavy feeders, but a light application of balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring can promote healthy growth and abundant blooms. Follow the instructions on the fertilizer packaging for the appropriate amount to use. Avoid excessive fertilization, as this can result in leggy growth and fewer flowers. Deadheading: To encourage continuous blooming, deadhead your Shasta Daisies regularly. This involves removing the spent flowers by cutting the stem just above a set of leaves or lateral bud. Deadheading prevents the plant from diverting energy into seed production and encourages the production of new buds, resulting in a prolonged flowering period. Division and Maintenance: Every 2-3 years, consider dividing your Shasta Daisies to maintain their vigor and prevent overcrowding. The best time to divide them is in early spring or early fall. Dig up the clump and gently separate it into smaller sections, ensuring each division has roots and foliage. Replant the divisions at the appropriate spacing, water them thoroughly, and continue with regular care. Pest and Disease Control: Shasta Daisies are generally resistant to pests and diseases, but occasional issues may arise. Keep an eye out for common pests like aphids or leafhoppers. If infestations occur, you can wash them off with a strong jet of water or use organic insecticidal soap if necessary. Provide adequate spacing between plants to promote airflow and reduce the risk of fungal diseases. If fungal infections like powdery mildew appear, treat them with an appropriate fungicide or remove and destroy affected plant parts. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

'Kobold' Blazing Star New This Week June 1, 2026 The Purple Spike Pollinators Can’t Resist 'Kobold' Blazing Star Bring on the bees, butterflies, and birds! This compact native cultivar packs a massive ecological punch into a tidy, 2-to-3-foot frame. It is an absolute magnet for butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and other pollinators. Blazing Star 'Kobold' lights up the summer garden with dense, fluffy purple spikes on top of gorgeous grass-like foliage. Unlike most spiked flowers that bloom from the bottom up, Liatris blooms from the top down--a fun botanical quirk that keeps it looking unique as it opens. (Pro-tip: when using as a cut flower, you can snip from the top to refresh your blooms.) While many wild varieties can get tall and floppy, the 'Kobold' selection features a dense, compact habit with sturdy stems that mean absolutely no staking required. It's easy care and extremely drought-tolerant once established. Note: while it is tolerant of a variety of soil types, excessive winter wetness can make the corms rot -- for this reason, it's helpful to plant in amended/well drained soils rather than straight clay where water can sit. It is excellent as a fresh or dried cut flower. And don't forget to leave the spent heads in fall to provide a vital winter seed buffet for goldfinches and local songbirds. Liatris spicata 'Kobold' NATIVAR perennial (z3-8) Full sun 2-3' tall, 1' wide Fantastic for pollinators Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil, but is quite drought tolerant once established Aka gayfeather Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Regional Seeds for a Flourishing Garden New This Week May 11, 2026 Utopian Seeds Now at Painters Regional Seeds for a Flourishing Garden Painters is delighted to introduce a collection of seeds from a regional team we truly respect and admire: Utopian Seed Project “From seed saving and crop trials to community outreach and education, Utopian Seed Project is dedicated to fostering diverse and resilient foodways.” The Utopian Seed Project is a WNC non-profit dedicated to cultivating, researching, and celebrating agricultural biodiversity in the Southeast. Their work focuses on building resilient and equitable food systems by emphasizing crop diversity, seed sovereignty, and regional adaptation. They manage an experimental farm to research and grow diverse crops, selecting and breeding varieties specifically adapted to our regional environment. Their interest includes a wide range of produce, such as yacon, okra, taro, collards, bitter melon, and southern peas. We are thrilled to be carrying their seeds for sale at Painters! Whether you are looking to add to your garden this spring or stock up for fall or future seasons, find Utopian Seed Project seeds at Painters while we have ‘em! At Painters this spring. Supplies are limited! And beyond growing, the Utopian Seed Project engages in broader community support, including projects like the Appalachian Growers Seed Collective (which focuses on seed sovereignty), the Heirloom Collard Project, and the Leicester Food Coalition. As well as storytelling!! Through their "Crop Stories" project and podcast, they document the cultural and emotional significance of seeds, exploring how saving seeds connects people to their heritage and one another. Read more about their seeds, their mission and all they have going on at www.utopianseed.org : www.utopianseed.org Utopian Seed Project | Join the Movement Today Explore Utopian Seed Project's efforts in promoting crop diversity, seed sovereignty, and resilient regional food systems through education and collaboration. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Three Spectacular Cherry Laurels! New This Week September 14, 2026 Plant Spotlight and Sale Three Spectacular Cherry Laurels! All Cherry Laurels 10% Off This Week Prunus laurocerasus West Coast Skip Laurel, 'Chestnut Hill' Cherry Laurel, & Prunus caroliniana Carolina Cherry Laurel You might recognize the genus Prunus for its familiar edible fruiting trees including cherry, plum, apricot, nectarine, almond, and peach. Prunus is in the rose family and is characterized by five-petaled flowers that often bloom in spring. These blooms turn into a fruit botanically known as a drupe , or commonly known as a stone fruit . All of this is also true for cherry laurel, but the plant is grown for its ornamental value, rather than its edibility. All parts of the plant contain cyanogenic glycosides and are toxic to humans and animals. Cherry laurels are evergreen and most often used as a handsome screen . The species P. laurocerasus can even be used in shadier landscapes. Their fragrant springtime blooms — described by horticulturalist Michael Dirr as “sickeningly fragrant" — develop into drupes. These fruits are loved by Cedar waxwings and robins. But wait, I thought you said the plant is toxic to animals…how can birds eat the fruit?! The plant has a trait known as unripe fruit toxicity , a plant defense mechanism that allows fruit to only be safe for consumption when the seeds are fully developed. This increases the chances of germination once dispersed. So birds eat the fruit when the flesh is ripe, at the time when toxic compounds are at their lowest, and are able to pass the seed whole without breaking open the toxic seed. Nature for the win! And the real upside to having toxic leaves? A tried-and-true deer proof evergreen. Finally, a hedge you can count on to deter deer browsing! Many of our customers have a hard time finding cherry laurels commercially available at local nurseries and that can be due to several reasons, many of which we also combat here at Painters Greenhouse. Container grown cherry laurels take time to reach a proper size since container conditions stunt growth times. This is one shrub that would really prefer to be in the ground and not in a pot. Cherry laurels are also intolerant of soggy, wet soil conditions and if we have a wet spring or summer a young container-grown shrub can succumb to root rot if inadequate drainage is present. Nurseries often irrigate with overhead sprinklers, which can often cause unsightly, circular holes in the foliage, known as shot-hole disease caused by fungal pathogens and bacterial leaf spot. The good news is that shot-hole disease is not lethal or detrimental to the long-term health of cherry laurel shrubs. Once planted in a landscape with decent drainage, they are generally adaptive to hot and cold temperatures and humidity. Note: Prunus laurocerasus is native to southeast Europe and southwest Asia, it can be considered invasive in the northwest US, but not in the southeast. Prunus caroliniana is native to the coastal plains of the southeastern US. While native, it can grow aggressively, but is considered a great alternative to invasive privet. Cherry Laurel Perks: Shade tolerant evergreen with thick, glossy, deep green leaves. Fast grower – filling in a privacy hedge, windbreak, or sound buffer quickly Tolerant to heavy pruning/shearing if you need to shape or cut back the hedge A tried and true deer proof plant Sweetly scented blooms for pollinators in spring, and berries for birds This fall season at Painters Greenhouse we have the following cherry laurels available: Cherry Laurel ‘Chestnut Hill’ Prunus laurocerasus A tight, compact selection of the Otto Luyken cherry laurel. This slow growing shrub can provide an easy-care low hedge. Increased disease resistance to shot-hole disease. USDA Growing Zones: 6-9 Height: 3-5’ Spread: 4-6’ Sun Exposure: Prefers partial shade in our warm region of the southeast Soil Needs: Thrives in fertile, moist, well-drained soil, but tolerates poor, sandy, or clay soils. Tolerant of dry shade. 2G pots now $28.80 West Coast Skip Laurel Prunus laurocerasus ‘Schipkaensis’ Goblet-shaped form of upright growth, where height is most often twice the width. Lower branches are a bit loose, if the desired effect is dense foliage from the top down, be sure to plant lower shrubs in the foreground of the planting site. Once established in the landscape (typically the second or third year) and under optimal conditions the growth rate can be 1-3’ per year! USDA Growing Zones: 6-9 Height: 10-15’ tall Spread: 5-7’ wide Sun Exposure: Full shade, part shade, part sun – very versatile with light needs! Soil Needs: Very adaptable – tolerant of dry/poor soils, alkaline or acidic soil. The only requirement is that the soil drains well and the shrub is not in standing water. It may need more water in hot summers. 2G pots now $27.00 Carolina Cherry Laurel Prunus caroliniana Native to the southeastern coastal plain, including North Carolina. Widely used in the South as a tall screen-–even by the early colonists at Williamsburg. Due to its fast growth (1-2’ per year) and large, mature size, it should not be planted against a residence. Plant the Carolina cherry laurel in areas where it can naturalize and outgrow its boundary and form a thicket that can support a wide range of wildlife year-round. According to the National Wildlife Federation, native cherry laurels (and other native Prunus species) are ranked second just after oak trees as a top host plant with 317 species of butterflies and moths using them as a caterpillar nursery. Though often argued to be too aggressive in tidy landscapes, it is considered a beneficial native and Doug Tallamy considers the native Carolina cherry laurel to be a high value keystone plant for birds in the NC piedmont. USDA Growing Zones: 7-10 Size: 10-40’ tall and wide Sun Exposure: Full sun to part sun Soil Needs: Thrives in well-drained soil 1G pots now $19.80 Photo courtesy of NPSOT North Central Chapter; Carolina Cherry Laurel (Prunus caroliniana) Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Why a Butterfly Bush isn't as sweet as it seems... New This Week May 19, 2025 Plant This, Not That! Why a Butterfly Bush isn't as sweet as it seems... Butterfly Bush Buddleja davidii (or Buddleia davidii ) Who doesn't want a plant called a Butterfly Bush!? Such savvy marketing leads us astray! Maybe you love Butterfly Bushes for their shape and color and their interesting blooms. Or maybe you love them for their drought tolerance and easy care. Or maybe you really love them because you really love butterflies! (I’m betting this is our main camp!) So why would we ever ask you to NOT plant that next butterfly bush? This one is a hard one! Butterfly bushes are such pretty plants. We love pretty plants! ( Have you SEEN our Instagram feed!?! ) Wandering through our many growing spaces at Painters, one could even presume that pretty is our only game. 😀 But in the many years we’ve been growing and selling plants, we learn more and more the importance of beneficial alongside beauty. We want to appreciate and support diverse wildlife alongside an aesthetically beautiful natural space. And frankly, it’s an easy thing to do once you realize how many plants are both beautiful AND beneficial! Butterfly bushes are undeniably attractive to butterflies with their abundant nectar. They draw adult butterflies with their flower spikes, but butterfly species need resources in all stages of life. Native to China, butterfly bush is not a host plant for any native North American butterfly caterpillars, meaning they cannot use it as a food source. Without caterpillars, there will be no adult butterflies. Also without caterpillars, birds will not survive. The last thing any of us intended when planting that pretty butterfly bush is a decline of local butterfly and bird populations, but that could be an indirect result. While the nectar may feed adults, their young need food too. Buddleia can inadvertently disrupt local ecosystems in other ways too. Each of their many flower spikes can produce up to 40,000 tiny dust-like seeds. Add wind and water and this non-native, easy-to-grow plant becomes quite prolific. Sometimes spreading into edge habitats and outcompeting native plants that our local butterflies and other pollinators rely on for food and shelter throughout their entire life cycle–not just for nectar. By choosing native alternatives, we can offer a more comprehensive and sustainable support system for our local butterfly populations and contribute to the overall health and biodiversity of our WNC environment. There are many stunning native flowering plants that are just as enticing to butterflies and play a critical role in our local food web. Let’s give you some great alternatives! You can create a haven for local butterflies and other pollinators by selecting a native flowering shrub that thrives in your specific site. For sunny locations, Sweet Pepperbush (Clethra alnifolia ) and Virginia Sweetspire ( Itea virginica ) are beautiful and beneficial options. If you have wetter soil, Buttonbush ( Cephalanthus occidentalis ) is a great choice with incredibly fun blooms that support a multitude of moths and bees as well as butterflies, as is New Jersey Tea ( Ceanothus americanus ) with its large, airy blooms that are highly beneficial to a range of pollinators. If you are seeking drought tolerant plants that are easy care and you're especially tied to the blue color of many butterfly bushes, Bluebeard ( Caryopteris ) and Lilac Chaste Tree ( Vitex ) are pollinator magnets that perform in dry heat. While not native, and therefore not providing food for caterpillars, they are not invasive and therefore shouldn't push out native food sources. If you choose either of these, we recommend planting a variety of native food sources nearby to ensure caterpillars have needed support (such as the above native shrubs, native hibiscus, Pussy Willow, Joe-Pye, asters and goldenrod). You can also attract and feed a multitude of butterflies by planting drifts of tall perennials such as Anise Hyssop ( Agastache ), Blazing Star ( Liatris ), various Joe-Pye Weed species ( Eutrochium ), and different milkweed species ( Asclepias, etc ). We specifically love the Anise Hyssop because of its gorgeous spike blooms similar to the Butterfly Bush and how full and large it grows during the season. Anise Hyssop Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

South Sea Salad Tree 'Chief Kubo's Prize' New This Week May 18, 2026 Plant of the Week: Edible Leaf Hibiscus South Sea Salad Tree 'Chief Kubo's Prize' Abelmoschus manihot 'Chief Kubo's Prize' Annual (tender perennial z8b-11) Full sun-part shade 3-4' tall Can be grown in containers and overwintered in a bright, sunny spot indoors Enjoy raw or cooked like spinach This tropical powerhouse is the ultimate heat-loving spinach alternative for the peak of summer! A cousin to okra, 'Chief Kubo’s Prize' features stunning, deeply cut tropical foliage laced with vibrant magenta-red veins and stems--a true edimental! Fast-growing and incredibly productive, its mild-flavored leaves can be enjoyed raw in crisp summer salads, used like cabbage to wrap foods, or tossed into stir-fries. To top it off, it produces gorgeous, highly nutritious 5-inch yellow blooms that are also entirely edible. It thrives beautifully in containers and can easily be overwintered indoors in a bright, sunny window! A.k.a. Bele Tree, Sunset Hibiscus, or South Sea Salad Tree. Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

We found a collapsed hummingbird at the greenhouse on Monday New This Week June 6, 2022 Hummingbird Rescue We found a collapsed hummingbird at the greenhouse on Monday A staff member found a collapsed hummingbird in our soil room on Monday. It appeared to be in shock from lack of food. We quickly mixed together some sugar water to feed it. Before long the bird was back on its feet and in the air within minutes! it definitely put smiles on our team's faces and was a great way to start the week! https://video.wixstatic.com/video/a514f4_8ac1c1e67b7b4eeea864766a70c80c21/720p/mp4/file.mp4 Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

Sales from Sept 8th - Sept 13th New This Week September 7, 2026 Welcome Back Specials Sales from Sept 8th - Sept 13th ALL Pottery and Concrete 20% OFF through Sunday, September 13th! Set the stage for your favorite plants! Choose from large outdoor planters in a variety of colors and finishes. Select from gorgeous garden statuary for the perfect statement piece. Find the most elegant (or quirky) indoor pottery to repot your favorite houseplants. We have itty-bitty pots all the way to large anchor pieces for your front yard. Plus a huge selection of concrete sculptures to lay the hardscape of your garden beds: decorative art, stepping stones, birdbaths, and more! Buy Three, Get One Free of our Shrub of the Week: American Beautyberry Callicarpa americana Plant en masse for maximum effect! Buy three and get one for an excellent wildlife-friendly addition to the garden. With their brilliant purple fruit and beautiful, sweeping habit, these stunning shrubs make a gorgeous fall accent. Healthy specimens here at Painters are currently available in 1 gallon pots for $22.00. Read more about why we LOVE the American Beautyberry Current Availability Click for Plant Lists

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

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

Stay informed about what's growing at Painters Greenhouse with our seasonal growing list. You can also browse our current Tree & Shrub or Houseplant Availability Lists to see which plants are ready for you this week! FALL GROWING LIST Native Plant Availability Annual & Perennial Growing List Tree & Shrub Availability Houseplant Availability The list is updated at the start of each business day to reflect any new additions or sold out items. Prices and availability subject to change. This list does not reflect sales or discounted prices. For our Native selections, Search 'Native' or sort by Subdepartment. NOTE: We do not grow certain once-popular plants such as water hyacinths, butterfly bushes, and pampas grass because they are deemed invasive in NC and can cause significant problems for our wild flora and fauna as well as people (i.e. increased risk of flooding, erosion, or fires). Tree and Shrub Availability Tree and Shrub Availability

ANNUALS We offer a colorful variety of annuals perfect for any garden setting—from full sun to deep shade, and everything in between! With hundreds of varieties to choose from, we boast one of the largest inventories in WNC. For customers traveling a distance, our widest selection of annuals is typically available around early May. This timing ensures most of our plants are fully mature and past the risk of frost, ready to thrive in your garden! SEE AVAILABILITY LISTS A Few Favorite Sun Lovers African Daisy Angelonia Bidens Celosia Cosmos Dahlia Gazania Geranium Gomphrena Lantana Marigold Mexican Bush Sage Ornamental Peppers Pansies Pentas Petunia Pineapple Sage Portulaca Salvia (assorted) Snapdragon Strawflower Tithonia Verbena Vinca Violas A Few Favorite Shade Annuals Asparagus Fern Bedding Impatiens Coleus Fuschia New Guinea Impatiens Plectranthus Polka Dot Plant Torenia Tuberous Begonia Wax Begonia A Few Favorite Hanging Baskets for Sun Assorted Combos Calibrachoa (Million Bells) Dragonwing Begonia Fan Flower Geranium Lantana Petunia Portulaca Vining Black-eyed Susan A Few Favorite Hanging Baskets for Shade Asparagus Fern Assorted Combos Boston Fern Chinese Lantern Fuschia Kimberley Queen Fern Macho Fern New Guinea Impatiens Pothos and other Low Light Houseplants Rabbit's Foot Fern Staghorn Fern Streptocarpella (False African Violet) Swedish Ivy Torenia Wandering Jewel (Tradescantia) A Few Favorite Annual Climbers & Vines Wire Vine Wandering Jewel (Tradescantia) Vining Black-eyed Susan Trailing Lobelia Sweet Potato Vine Swedish Ivy Nasturtium Moon Flower Dipladenia Dichondra Bacopa A Few Favorite Accents and Tropicals Alternanthera Asparagus Fern Caladium Canna Lily Dipladenia Duranta (Golden Dewdrop) Dusty Miller Elephant Ear Glitz Euphorbia Golden Shrimp Plant Licorice Plant Persian Shield Purple Shamrock Red False Banana Taro Tropical Hibiscus Related Blog Posts Roll out the Red Carpet: Tips & Picks for Vibrant Red Blooms May 19 3 min read Scented Geraniums: the Aromatic All-Stars Mar 10 5 min read Late Autumn Seed-Sowing for Spring Blooms! Tips, guidelines, and steps for success Sep 23, 2025 7 min read 1 2 3 4 5