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The Evening Garden - Part I: Designing Your Tranquil Moonlit Escape
For those who plan them, evening gardens are a pure secret delight. And what a treat to unwind in this remarkable space.
Jun 4, 20243 min read


Painters Staff Favorites for Hummingbirds: a Photo Blog
List and photos of plants to attract hummingbirds in your garden! Annuals and perennials, full sun or even shady spots!
May 14, 20242 min read


Our Favorite Annual Hanging Baskets for Sun and Shade
Add dimension, texture, and color to your yard, porch, or balcony with some of our favorite annual hanging baskets for both sun and shade!
May 6, 20246 min read


Container Design 101 and Our Favorite Plants to Use in Your Planters, Porch Pots, or Baskets
Basic container design is a creative and rewarding endeavor. Find inspirational photos and information on our favorite plants at Painters!
Apr 30, 20244 min read


March Garden Chores
It’s the first day of Spring! In WNC, March brings sunny days that can reach into the 70s, but keep in mind that temperatures can still...
Mar 19, 20243 min read


How to Harden Off Greenhouse-Grown Plants
What does it mean to harden off a plant and how to help your new plants adapt and thrive once you have purchased them from a garden center.
Mar 12, 20246 min read


Which Tropical Fern is Right for Me?
Ferns come in many shapes and sizes! We grow a wide selection including native and semi-evergreen perennial ferns (such as Cinnamon...
Apr 26, 20234 min read


Why We Love Angelwing Begonias
In search of a stunning, yet easy to care for houseplant to add color, texture, and excitement to your collection? Angelwing Begonias are...
Sep 29, 20221 min read


Frugal Pollinator-Friendly Gardening: How to Get Great Results on a Budget
Tips and tricks to help establish a pollinator garden quickly and for less money by utilizing some underused or spreading perennials, and speeding along the fullness by dividing plants.
Jun 1, 20228 min read


Gardening in March: What to Do when the Temperature Drops Below Freezing
Most of you have already experienced a hard frost this March, but this week the night time temperatures are especially low! So what are...
Mar 12, 20224 min read
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