Native Plants of the
Blue Ridge
We grow native plants—many from seed—focusing on local ecotypes, pollinator support, and resilient landscapes. From backyards to large-scale restoration, our nursery helps you put the right plants in the right place.
*Orders require a wholesale account (info below).
**Retail sales are by appointment only. Please call or email.
What We Grow
HOW PLANTS ARE
GROWN MATTERS
At Tanager, I grow native plants from seed whenever possible to ensure genetic diversity and local adaptation.
My growing practices include:
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Using my own blend of peat-free, living soil with base material from Dirtcraft® Organics
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Relying on organic-approved methods and cultural IPM
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Starting with biodegradable or repurposed containers
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Collecting propagation material and seed from our local region (with permission and care)
These details aren’t just checkboxes—they’re part of a larger ethic of growing with the land, not against it.
Spring is Coming!!
We are ready and chomping at the bit! We've already started potting up our earliest crops for 2026 and will continue with that work over the next 5 months. Many new seed-grown perennials will start to appear on availability in April and May. Woodies take a little longer to root in fully and be ready for sale, but new crops will be added throughout the season. The availability posted here on the website will be the most regularly updated resource to keep an eye on what is currently ready. Be sure to sign up for the newsletter here to keep up with current happenings at the nursery!
In the meantime, the optimal window for planting out dormant woody plants will continue into late spring.
Order now to reserve native plant stock for your next planting project. If you have special species requests, by all means, let me know!
Featured Natives
Wholesale Ordering Process
Here's how it works:
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Learn about our order minimums, delivery fees, and plant guarantees here.
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Apply for a wholesale account by filling out the form below and have your business information ready along with your EIN.
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Once approved, you'll be prompted via email to set your password so you can access the Wholesale Ordering Page.
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On the Wholesale Ordering Page, you'll be able to see the available inventory and download it in PDF or XLS format if needed.
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Fill out the order form on the same Wholesale Ordering Page by adding your contact info, order details, pick-up, delivery, timing, etc.
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Emily will reach out within a few days to confirm your order, availability of plants, and pick-up delivery date options. Your invoice will be sent at that time.
