Host plants and nectar providing plants for Attracting Moths

For those who plan them, evening gardens are a pure secret delight. And what a treat to unwind in this remarkable space.

List and photos of plants to attract hummingbirds in your garden! Annuals and perennials, full sun or even shady spots!

First of all, how do we at Painters define a groundcover?  We think of groundcovers as low growing, spreading perennials that require...

Last week, we covered some of our favorite shade perennials for the front of the garden or to be used as borders or groundcovers. This...

The grass is always greener on the other side… or is it?  Most of our customers who have shady yards are desperate for more sun, and...

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...

You may have heard the term “hardening off” regarding seedlings you start indoors, but many folks don’t realize it’s also important for...

Are you looking to create beautiful gardens that are also beneficial for pollinators and birds? We grow an extensive selection of plants...

We've had a lot of queries this fall as to when is the ideal time to plant varied items as well as which plants go best together. Note...

Did you know that rain gardens can improve drainage & water flow in your landscape, help clean local waterways, and attract and support...

Thirty varieties of trees, shrubs, perennials, groundcovers and grasses that thrive in shade. Many native species included!

We can't tell you how often we are asked for the secret to growing lavender. Many people have tried growing it time and again with...

Photo: Pink Muhly Grass at Painters Greenhouse I’ve been gardening on my own for about twelve years now, and it took me about half of...

Fall blooming perennials are a great way to add color and interest to your garden year after year. Many fall perennials are hardy,...

What's better - native straight species or nativars, which do pollinators prefer, and what the heck is the difference anyway? As...

Demand for this humble, easy-to-grow native plant continues to grow. Beloved for its beauty, planting this pollinator friendly plant is...

One of the many virtues of gardening is patience. Have you heard the saying, “First year it sleeps, second year it creeps, and third...

Did you know that milkweed is essential to monarch butterflies? Learn about the best varieties to plant so you can support monarchs!

Hostas are versatile plants for shade gardens, offering numerous varieties in different shapes, sizes, and colors.