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Jun 43 min read
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.
May 142 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 66 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!
Apr 304 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!
Mar 193 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 126 min read
How to Harden Off Greenhouse-Grown Plants
You may have heard the term “hardening off” regarding seedlings you start indoors, but many folks don’t realize it’s also important for...
Apr 26, 20234 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...
Sep 29, 20221 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...
Jun 1, 20227 min read
Frugal Pollinator-Friendly Gardening: How to Get Great Results on a Budget
One of the many virtues of gardening is patience. Have you heard the saying, “First year it sleeps, second year it creeps, and third...
Mar 12, 20224 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...
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