How to get to Painters Greenhouse! And when to arrive. Plus some other great area attractions and businesses to enjoy after your visit to Painters. HOURS & DIRECTIONS 2026 SPRING SEASON: March 4 - June 28 2026 FALL SEASON: Sept 9 - Oct 11 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday & Sunday: 9am-4pm Monday & Tuesday: CLOSED GETTING HERE 734 Roy Moore Rd., Old Fort NC, 28762 Painters Greenhouse is a plant nursery just off the beaten path in Old Fort, NC. A gorgeous mountain drive, centrally located about 30 miles from Asheville, Lake Lure, and Morganton--only 5 miles off the highway. FROM BLACK MOUNTAIN, AS HEVILLE , & MORGANTON Take I-40 to Exit 73. Travel south 2.5 miles on Bat Cave Rd. and turn right on Pine Cove Rd. (at the yellow Painters Greenhouse sign). Continue another 2.5 miles, and turn left on Roy Moore Rd. Customer parking is immediately on the left. FROM LAKE LURE Due to Hurricane Helene recovery, please check GPS for updated information. Take NC 9 north. Turn right onto Old Fort Rd. and follow 4.7 miles, passing the Gateway Mountain entrance. (The road is Bat Cave Rd. after the Gateway entrance.) Continue 3.9 miles and make a sharp left onto Roy Moore Rd (at the Painters Greenhouse sign). Continue on Roy Moore, straight through the intersection by the church, for approximately 1 mile. You will see the greenhouse on the right. Pass the employee parking lot and continue to the main entrance for customers. FROM THE SPRUCE PINE AREA Take 80/221/226 south to US 70 W. Turn right on US 70 W and follow into Old Fort. Turn left at Catawba/Main Street. Continue straight for 2.5 miles on Bat Cave Rd. and turn right onto Pine Cove Rd. (at the yellow Painters Greenhouse sign). Continue another 2.5 miles, and turn left onto Roy Moore Rd. Customer parking is immediately on the left. MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT area attraction Enjoy these area attractions alongside your visit to Painters Greenhouse Wander CATAWBA FALLS One of the most beautiful waterfalls in WNC and a perfect hike for people of all ages and abilities. Parts of the trail are all-terrain wheelchair accessible and further along, the stairs to the upper falls will challenge even the most fit hikers! Note that the main loop trail is open, but the upper viewing platform and wildflower trail may still be under repairs after Helene. FOOTHILLS WATERSHED Mountain trails meet riverside relaxation. Just downstream from Catawba Falls: Foothills Watershed is a new addition to the Old Fort landscape. With 117 acres of private forest, bike trails, pump track, river and pond access, it's a blend of outdoor adventure, family-friendly fun, and elevated local food. Check it out! OLD FORT GATEWAY TRAILS Whether you are an avid mountain biker, hiker, trail runner, or equestrian user, these trails have something for everybody. There are Helene-related repairs as well as trail expansions underway, but plenty of lovely hiking and biking trails are currently open. Visit their website for up-to-date info. BLUE RIDGE SNORKEL TRAIL Explore the beauty of our native aquatic species! Most of us don't think of snorkeling in our local streams or lakes, but there is a huge diversity of fascinating and colorful fish, crustaceans, aquatic insects and more to be discovered! WHALEY FARM BR EWERY Grab a pint at the newest brewery in Old Fort, featuring Whaley-grown and locally sourced herbs, flowers, spices, and fruits in their brews. Plus a farm store with a great selection of locally grown produce, meats and more! EUDA WINE Crafting authentic North Carolina wines, Euda is a lovely new addition to town. Check for updated hours as they navigate recovery - officially reopened as of March 8th! HILLMAN BREWERY Swing by this Old Fort staple for a tasty sandwich or salad and relax with a cold beer along the river! Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner - check website for hours. SEEKER COFFEE Seeker Coffee is a great casual stop before or after your Painters trip. They have a full espresso menu as well as matcha, chai, drip coffee, and cold beverages. Plus, they offer a daily selection of sweet and savory pastries. B SIDE BAKERY & BOOKS Cozy, independent bookstore and bakery located at in downtown Old Fort, featuring sourdough bread, curated books, and local goods. Opened in 2024 as the retail side of PJ's breadworks and it is amazing! Taste Discover MOUNTAIN GATEWAY MUSEUM Hurricane Helene decimated the lovely home that housed the museum's offices, but work is underway to repair the historical museum, log cabins and grounds. While they work to restore this town gem, discover the history of WNC at their temporary location, 78-c Catawba Avenue. Admission is free! ARROWHEAD GALLERY & S T UDIO This is do-not-miss! The original location and most of the artwork within was seriously damaged by Helene flooding, but residents and artisans came together to quickly rebuild and reopen across the street. The larger space has allowed for even more talented artists to join, and the gallery also offers an amazing variety of classes- truly something for everyone to get inspired! NANU GALLERY Contemporary art gallery and community event space. NANU intentionally focuses on exhibiting the diverse artists of McDowell County, Western North Carolina, and the greater US Southeastern region, highlighting the breadth and richness of the work in and of this place.

Since 1973 Painters Greenhouse has supplied Western North Carolina with high-quality, locally grown plants. Located just off the beaten path our seasonal family-owned greenhouse is known for its focus on native and pollinator plants, mature houseplants, and wide selection. Grown Locally to Thrive Locally Home: Welcome and Newsletter Signup Closed for Summer -- see you soon! 2026 FALL SEASON September 9 - October 11 SIGN UP FOR THE PAINTERS NEWSLETTER Subscribe to our newsletter! CLICK HERE TO GET THE DIRT! NEW THIS WEEK Thanks for a Great Spring! View More New This Week Painters is Out for Summer The Purple Spike Pollinators Can’t Resist View More New This Week 'Kobold' Blazing Star Grow Your Own Apothecary View More New This Week Medicinal Herbs at Painters this Spring MORE WEEKLY NEWS GROWN LOCALLY TO THRIVE LOCALLY For 49 years our family business has supplied WNC with high quality plants. We grow more than 90% of our plants on site. Our goal is to provide plants grown with intention and sustainability for our community. LEARN MORE GROWN LOCALLY TO THRIVE LOCALLY For more than 50 years, our family business has supplied WNC with high-quality plants. We grow more than 90% of our plants on site. Our goal is to provide plants grown with intention and sustainability for our community. LEARN MORE A FOCUS ON NATIVES Planting native is a wonderful way to support a biodiverse ecosystem in your back yard from the bottom to the top of the food chain. We are proud to offer one of the largest selections of homegrown native plants in WNC! LEARN MORE WHAT WE GROW Described as a paradise for plant lovers, we have over 100,000 sq. ft. of growing and retail space and cultivate over 1,000 species on site. We grow our plants with care and intention and sell direct to our faithful retail customers. Our plants are inspected and watered by hand and don't suffer shipping damage or transport from another climate. We are widely known for our focus on natives and pollinator plants, our vast selection of perennials (over 900 varieties), our giant Boston Ferns, and our lush houseplant offerings. PLANT AVAILABILITY LIST FROM OUR BLOG Roll out the Red Carpet: Tips & Picks for Vibrant Red Blooms Where to Go From Here: A Streambank Restoration Toolbox Edimentals: Look Good, Eat Good MORE FROM OUR BLOG Follow Us on Social Media @PaintersGreenhouse WHAT PEOPLE SAY Dana C. Painters is a treasure! Their staff and owners are fantastic! Their plant selection is enormous and it's clear they take deep pride in what they do. Barb S. I have never been to Painter's and NOT been thrilled! Even this early in the season the selection was amazing, and as always, the staff was friendly and very helpful. Left with a car full of treasures! Britt T. Best greenhouse around WNC. Helpful employees, great selection and prices. A must visit

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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!

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!

Our Resources & Guides page is a great place to find the answers you're looking for! New This Week May 15, 2023 Have a Gardening or Plant Care Question? Our Resources & Guides page is a great place to find the answers you're looking for! Have you caught the buzz about pollinator gardens and want to learn how you can plant your own? Are you looking to start your own compost this summer? Curious if there are any deer-resistant plants? Want to know what houseplants are pet safe? Never planted a tree before and need to learn how? You'll find the answers to these questions and more on our Resources Page: www.paintersgreenhouse.com Our Resources | Painters Greenhouse Resources we recommend for WNC gardeners and plant folks! Featuring a wealth of information on native gardening, supporting wildlife, and edible gardening, as well as categorized lists of plants, houseplant tips, recipes and more.

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.

We love celebrating the holidays with our Painters Greenhouse Family New This Week January 6, 2023 Celebrating the Holidays Painters Greenhouse Style We love celebrating the holidays with our Painters Greenhouse Family We had a great time celebrating with staff at our holiday party this year! The biggest hit? The Piñata that Diego brought - though the delicious food was a very close second! Diego definitely kept us on our toes (literally), which was a challenge after that giant meal! We are so grateful for a team that is not only hard-working, but genuinely enjoys being together and knows how to share a good laugh. The scratch-made tamales & Rompope were amazing! Amy taking a big swing at the pinata!

Hard at work behind the scenes! New This Week November 18, 2025 "What do you DO after you close?" Hard at work behind the scenes! We close our doors, but the work is far from over! Just like you, we’ve been closing up the gardens, cleaning up the grounds, tending to the plants that need overwintering, and picking up those projects that had been on the sidelines while the growing season was in full motion. We've got planters planting, seeders seeding, growers growing, waterers watering (but not too much!), cleaners cleaning, planners planning... Slowly. Quietly. Deliberately. Joyfully. There's up-close plant care: inspecting, transplanting, trimming, and pruning... Here are next year's plants, growing in the hothouse or getting tucked into cold frames! Our seed collecting, sowing, and plant propagation program: And general capital improvements as well! Some tasks are more joyful than others. The computer cables that automate the vents are giving Dana a hard time. (It can't all be fun and games around here!)

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.

Alternatives to Pampas Grass and Chinese Silvergrass New This Week September 29, 2025 Plant This Not That Alternatives to Pampas Grass and Chinese Silvergrass TLDR: Reseeds to the point of invasiveness. Highly flammable. Also scarily sharp. We’ve got great alternatives here at Painters! “Our Plant This, Not That” series is intended as a helpful starter tool for choosing non-invasive alternatives. If it is sold at a garden store, it should be harmless, right!? If only this were always true! At Painters, we routinely assess our program to ensure we never sell plants that are deemed invasive in North Carolina. Invasive plants grow quickly and spread rapidly, outcompeting natives in our natural environment. They can create silos of monoculture that not only reduces plant variety, but significantly alter habitats, making it difficult for native insects, birds, and mammals to find the resources they need to live, eat, and reproduce. They can affect farmlands and forests and even infrastructure, becoming costly in a number of ways. Sometimes we see the clear impact (like when the non-native wisteria eats grandma’s front porch!) but sometimes the impact is felt further afield. Seeds travel through wind and water, birds and animals. You may think 'what’s the harm' in leaving that last butterfly bush or Japanese beautyberry--they’re so beautiful! But just because you don’t see them nearby doesn’t mean they aren't reseeding the forest edge two valleys over. Birds and insects and wind can disperse seeds long distances! And while you might be really good at pruning back or weeding down, who’s to tend the aggressive plant in 50 years? Or downstream? Or the train-track right-of-way? In this segment of our invasive alternatives, we hope to shed some light on two commonly requested grasses: pampas grass and miscanthus or eulalia (also referred to as Chinese or Japanese silvergrass). Both Miscanthus sinensis (Eulalia) or Cortaderia selloana Pampas Grass were brought to the United States from their native regions (Asia for Miscanthus and South America for Pampas Grass) for use as ornamental grasses. But their flaws make them more danger than delight. Pampas grass’s whip-like blades are terrifyingly sharp. (When we refer to their blades , it’s the truth–a literal stand of knives!) Not only difficult to garden around, but dangerous to children, pets, and other wildlife. The serrated edges make for undesirable habitat and if ingested, the sharp blades can cut mouths, throats, or digestive tracts of pets. Not only threatening physically, a single pampas grass plume can produce 100,000 seeds each year and once lifted into the wind, they can colonize large swaths in unintended areas. Similarly, miscanthus also reseeds to the point of invasiveness in our region–because they often favor disturbed sites such as roadsides they can be assumed less problematic, but edge habitats are critical to many species of birds, mammals, pollinators and more. Plus miscanthus has a large rhizomatus root structure that once established is incredibly difficult to eradicate. Both of these invasive grasses also have high flammability ratings--invasive plant species as a whole tend to grow rapidly and form large monoculture stands creating conditions where wildfire is more prevalent and also more intense. These invasive grasses have a multiplying effect on that tendency. They dry out in mid-to late summer and fall becoming highly combustible and dangerous in the case of fire. Add this to a woodland edge and the whole region increases its risk. But maybe you really love how pretty they look! If you are drawn to the tall and dramatic presentation of these ornamental grasses, any Big Bluestem is a great alternative. Tall and attractive with striking seedheads for visual interest throughout the seasons, these grasses are also incredibly beneficial for birds and wildlife in the winter. Leaving the seedheads provides food for wildlife and makes a great winter habitat. Just prune it all back in the spring. This season at Painters we are carrying the straight species Big Bluestem plus three gorgeous varieties ‘Holy Smoke,’ ‘Blackhawks,’ and ‘Red October.’ 'Karl Foerster' Feather Reed Grass photo from Walters Gardens, Inc. Another incredible alternative is Karl Foerster feather reed grass. This is the most similar in appearance to pampas grass so you don’t have to sacrifice beauty! It’s an ornamental grass whose seedheads are sterile so no worry about it colonizing outside of your garden. It is easy to grow and the plumes last a really long time. Beneficial AND beautiful! Find it at Painters this fall. (Read more about falling in love with grasses in our blog: https://www.paintersgreenhouse.com/post/developing-a-love-for-ornamental-grasses )

We're already potting up next spring's ferns! New This Week October 5, 2022 Behind the Scenes with Our Boston Ferns We're already potting up next spring's ferns! We've been growing our ferns for months and just potted them up into the hanging baskets you'll find them in next spring. Did you know we grow almost 10,000 ferns at Painters every year, including Boston, Petticoat, Macho, Tiger, and several other annual ferns as well as our MANY species of perennials ferns? We are most known for our massive Boston Fern hanging baskets, and we grow over 4,000 of them! Our staff potting up ferns! Next step - hang thousands of baskets from the ceiling - its a big job! https://video.wixstatic.com/video/a514f4_22a7ac0b0dbe40e2b7f2a7a2969943c9/1080p/mp4/file.mp4

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!