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Ostrich Fern Onoclea struthioptersis  Ostrich Fern: Onoclea struthioptersis, which some call an ostrich fern, is a crown-forming plant native to temperate regions of North America. This perennial species grows in damp forests and swampy areas from Canada to the south and western regions.  Ostrich ferns are an attractive plant that can cover bare spots in your garden. They are resistant to common garden problems and are easy to care for. You can enjoy a fresh, vibrant garden with lovely foliage elements with little care. TN Nursery recommends the ostrich fern for bringing lively greenery and exciting textures to a shade or semi-shade garden. Ostrich Fern Gets its Name Ostrich ferns can grow pretty tall. The plants usually reach four to five feet high, but the most towering recorded height of the species is a grand six feet. The plant grows in erect clusters. Each frond has a sturdy, bright green center stem and pairs of leaves with a gently-rounded saw tooth texture. The crowning glory gives the ostrich fern its name. Each fertile frond forms a rosette crown in a lush green hue. The rosette title curves inward to form a tight coil. That bend gives the impression of an ostrich trying to bend down its head to hide. Thus, the rosette coil provides the descriptive household name for Onoclea struthioptersis. Where to Grow Onoclea struthioptersis The fern grows in light soil and prefers constant moisture. This fern tolerates a cool climate and moderate sunlight but prefers semi-shades to full shade. The widespread ostrich fern enjoys excellent popularity in semi-shaded gardens and along the foundations of buildings. Fiddlehead ferns are hardy perennials that can withstand temperatures as low as -4 degrees Fahrenheit. Use it in a border garden (near the back due to its height), in a wooded area where grass cannot thrive, or along the shaded foundation of your home. If you have a barren shady section of your landscape, fiddlehead fern will bring it to life. Fiddlehead Fern is available online at TN Nursery TN Nursery provides customers with freshly dug fiddlehead ferns only after receiving each order. You can order confidently, knowing you will receive healthy and fresh ferns.

Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis) The red cardinal flower, Lobelia cardinalis, is a herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It is a popular garden plant due to its stunning display of bright red, tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The flowers bloom on tall spikes in late summer and fall and are accompanied by lance-shaped leaves that grow up to 8 inches long.The plant contains toxic alkaloids and should not be consumed without proper preparation and guidance from a trained practitioner. The red cardinal flower, Lobelia cardinalis, is a herbaceous perennial plant native to North America. It is a popular garden plant due to its stunning display of bright red, tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The flowers bloom on tall spikes in late summer and fall and are accompanied by lance-shaped leaves that grow up to 8 inches long.In addition to being a beautiful ornamental plant, indigenous communities have also used the red cardinal flower in traditional medicine for various purposes, such as treating respiratory issues, inflammation, and fever. The plant contains toxic alkaloids and should not be consumed without proper preparation and guidance from a trained practitioner. Cardinal Flower: Lobelia cardinalis, or the cardinal flower, is a hardy, perennial native herbaceous flower that will catch the eye with its scarlet blossoms. This plant originated in the lower midwest and mid-south regions, where it enjoyed the hot summer days and high relative humidity. However, it is also an adaptable species and can grow in almost every USDA growing zone in the United States. Besides the cardinal flower, here are a few other common names for Lobelia cardinalis: water gladiola, scarlet flower, Indian pink, crimson bellflower, and cardinal bellflower. Where to Plant the Cardinal Flower This plant needs partial or full sun to produce the stunning cardinal red flowers that earned it its common name. It is also more agreeable to soil with lots of moisture--it does not like to dry out. So if you have a pond, water garden, or rain garden, this perennial is ideal. Otherwise, a layer of hardwood mulch will help it retain the high water level this beautiful plant craves. Cardinal Flower Is an Impressive Full-Sun Species The cardinal flower can reach a mature height of up to six feet tall. However, they generally stay between three and four feet. Alternating, dark green leaves are oval-shaped with serrated edges and a narrow tip. Each leaf can measure four inches long. The central, singular stem is light green, deciduous, and sturdy. The cardinal flowers put on their colorful show from late summer until early fall. The flowers form in a spike shape on the stem; each is tube-shaped, two-lipped, and about an inch and a half long. Although most cardinal flowers are the signature scarlet red, some may present as bright pink. Order Your Cardinal Flowers From TN Nursery Today If you need a flower that loves the hot summer sun and humid conditions, TN Nursery recommends the cardinal flower. This lovely plant is beautiful and well-suited to those growing conditions--order yours today.

Painted Trillium Is a Native Shade Perennial  Painted trillium (Trillium undulatum) is a true showstopper of the Appalachian Mountains. Not only is this native wildflower colorful and vibrant, but it is also a symbol of longevity and strength. Its unique three-petal design can last up to 10 years in the same spot, making it an ideal addition to any garden or landscape. Bring the beauty of the most loved perennial to your home and garden with painted trillium! This unique flower will add color, texture, and charm to your landscape. Plus, each flower will last for years without replanting; that's practically no maintenance! Start enjoying the beauty of painted trillium in your home or garden today! With its vibrant colors and year-round allure, this native wildflower is sure. Painted Trillium: A native woodland species from across Appalachia, painted trillium takes its name from the three-petaled flowers it bears. TN Nursery offers several trillium plants. But the painted trillium (Trillium undulatum) is, without a doubt, a customer favorite. As a woodland native perennial, painted trillium prefers a place of honor in a shaded or partially-shaded area of your yard. Painted Trillium bold Appearance Painted trillium grows in small clumps. The leaves and flowers emerge from an eight- to eighteen-inch rich green stem with a slight curve. The blue-green leaves form broad ovals that measure as much as five inches long. The flowers, however, are the crowning glory. Each flower displays three triangular petals in white with a tinge of cream, pink, or lavender around wavy and ruffled edges. Here's why the word "painted" is in the flower's name--each petal has markings in magenta to bright red near the center of the flower. They appear as though someone brushed each marking in a v-shaped pattern by hand. These lovely flowers have a sweet floral fragrance that does not overpower the senses. Painted Trillium Is Easy to Grow Painted trillium will be easy to care for if you pick a shady location and amend the soil. In its native settings, it likes lots of woody, organic matter; you can give it peat moss, mulch, or homemade compost in the spring and fall to adapt it as a backyard plant. It likes moisture, but it does not prefer wet feet. It can withstand the hottest summer days, but you'll need to water it if you notice it drooping in the heat.  Other than adding organic material a couple of times yearly and watering it during the heat, you will find Trillium undulatum an unfussy addition to your shade garden or border garden. Painted trillium undulatum is available online at TN Nursery Trillium undulatum is a lovely plant with a pleasing height and bi-color flowers. Order from TN Nursery today to see for yourself.

Mulberry Tree Mulberry Tree: TN Nursery suggests the lovely mulberry tree for customers who need a medium-sized tree that will provide attractive, full foliage without growing overly tall. Mulberry fruit, or mulberries, range in color from a lively red to a regal purple The glossy berry has an intriguing and complex flavor--they are juicy yet sweet and sour. Some people harvest those plump, glistening berries for preserving, baking, or snacking. But many others leave them in the tree to attract and nourish local birds. In fact, some avid birdwatchers reach out to TN Nursery looking for trees to attract their feathered friends--the mulberry is an excellent choice! It provides your backyard birds with early summer nourishment and sturdy branches for nesting. The Mulberry Tree Is Truly Beautiful The mulberry tree is a deciduous tree native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in a full-sun location and does not like to stand in the shadow of other trees. Instead, it wants to take center stage in your yard--and yes, it is worthy of such attention. The mulberry is in the medium height range for trees. It will grow at least thirty feet tall but stop growing at around seventy feet. It produces true green, ovate leaves with softly serrated margins. The mulberry tree grows from a single, central trunk. The branches will grow sturdy and form a relatively symmetrical shape with a bit of occasional trimming during their young growth phases. Mulberry tree flowers (called catkins) form in attractively sized clusters around the middle of spring. The blossoms are a creamy white or white with a whisper of fresh spring green. The catkins have an attractive tubular shape that makes way for the clusters of colorful berries in the early summer. People harvest the berries by hand-picking young trees or by reaching for the branches of a taller mulberry tree by using a long, sturdy pole and giving the branches a shake. The Mulberry Tree Is Even-Tempered Some fruit trees are simpler to grow than others--such is the case with the mulberry tree. Besides a sunny location in the yard, it does not ask for much from the gardener. It can tolerate short bouts of drought and poor soil quality. Pruning will help guide it into a beautiful, shapely tree as it grows. But after it fully develops, it asks nothing from you. Order Your Mulberry Tree From TN Nursery Today Does your yard need the shade of a medium-sized tree? The mulberry tree from TN Nursery is a fine choice--order today.

Sassafras Tree  Sassafras Tree: Sassafras albidum, or the sassafras tree, is a beautiful species. TN Nursery suggests this tree for gardeners who want an appealing and graceful shade tree.  It grows best in the moderate USDA growing zones, from southern New England to the Great Lakes, Great Plains, and mid-south.  This species is a native of two continents--North America and Asia. Some call it the Laurel of the Iroquois, honoring the Native Americans who found many uses for the sassafras tree.  This deciduous tree grows up to seventy feet high and attracts many backyard visitors: moths, butterflies, songbirds, squirrels, and chipmunks, to name a few.  Sassafras albidum: One Species, Many Names  Besides the common name sassafras tree,  you may hear gardeners call Sassafras albidum by these other nicknames:  Cinnamon Wood Common Sassafras Mitten Tree Sassafras (dropping the "tree" after the name) White Sassafras  Sassafras Tree Is Easy to Grow and Maintain  In nature, this species grows with no human intervention--along roadsides, at the edges of wooded areas, in open meadows, and randomly throughout the upper great plains region.  They are heat-resistant and drought-resistant. Sassafras trees can even survive in heavy or compacted soils. All the Sassafras tree asks of you is to locate it in a sunny to partial-sun spot in your yard and to water it during its early growth phase.  The Thick Canopy of the Sassafras Tree Provides Relief From the Heat  This erect, tall tree has a dark brown trunk, sometimes with a burgundy hue, and lovely foliage, making it popular for use in any landscape. Alternating, lobed, medium green leaves measure four to six inches long and approximately two to four inches across. The underside of the leaves is a pale green or creamy white.  In the late spring, females bear four- to five-petal yellow to yellow-green flowers. After blooming, they produce blue to black fruits that emerge in the middle of summer but ripen in the fall. You will love watching local wildlife harvest these fruits.  In autumn, the sassafras tree puts on a vibrant show of red, orange, and yellow.  Order Your Sassafras Tree From TN Nursery Today The sassafras tree will make a grand statement and provide shade for your yard. Order yours from TN Nursery today. 

Trumpet Vines (Campsis radicans) Trumpet Vines: Campsis radicans, which most call the trumpet vine or trumpet creeper, is a fast-growing, multi-stemmed, perennial vine. It is a North American native species originating in the southeastern United States. However, it is an adaptable flower that will grow in most USDA growing zones. If you need a hardy perennial to cover a large section of fence or to hide an eyesore, trumpet vines can accomplish that task for you within a few seasons. The vines can grow as long as forty feet. The key to growing healthy trumpet vines is to aerate the soil for faster drainage and fertilize it twice a year. It will also tolerate heat and drought and bounce back after the winter cold. The Immense Charm of Trumpet Vines Trumpet vines are famous for their ability to grow fast, but perhaps more so for the rustic charm of the vine and flowers. The vine is woody and bears dark green, ovate and serrated leaves with a pointed tip. The stems are a slightly lighter hue, creating a lovely tonal effect. The plant takes its name from the trumpet-shaped flowers, a vibrant coral to orange in color. Each flower is reasonably sized, measuring one to three inches across. However, these blossoms are eye-catching because they tend to bloom in clusters of five to seven flowers. These flowery clusters create large splashes of color against the green vines. Plant Campsis radicans if You Love Hummingbirds Due to the long trumpet-shaped blossoms, Campsis radicans attract hummingbirds' attention. Gardeners who create hummingbird gardeners enjoy planting this flowery vine on an arbor or trellis. This inclusion in the garden allows them to contribute to hummingbird health by providing natural nectar instead of constantly refilling feeders. Why do gardeners care so much about these tiny birds? Here's the answer. Hummingbirds are essential plant pollinators because their long beaks can pollinate slender flowers that other birds cannot. Order Your Trumpet Vines From TN Nursery If you want to cover a tall fence or an eyesore with vines or attract busy little hummingbirds, give trumpet vines a try. Order from TN Nursery today.

Virginia Spring Beauty (Claytonia virginica  The Virginia spring beauty plant, also known as Claytonia virginica, is a small herbaceous perennial wildflower native to eastern North America, including the eastern United States and Canada. It typically grows to be about 5-15 cm in height and has pink or white flowers that bloom in the spring, usually from March to May.The Virginia spring beauty plant prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in various habitats, including woodlands, meadows, and wetlands. It is often one of the first plants to bloom in the spring and is an essential early-season food source for pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.In addition to its ecological importance, the Virginia spring beauty plant has also been used for medicinal purposes by indigenous peoples. The plant was traditionally used to treat various ailments, including skin irritations, respiratory infections, and digestive issues. Virginia Spring Beauty: Claytonia virginica, or the Virginia spring beauty, is one of the first plants to awaken and emerge as the snow melts. The sunshine begins to warm the soil. TN Nursery customers adore this plant for the early- to middle-spring blossoms.  Virginia spring beauty is a North American native species, first spotted in New England but flourishing today in almost every USDA growing zone. The perennial flower prefers full-shade to partial-shade and is an easy-care, unfussy woodland native. Aside from routine maintenance, such as regular mulching with woody materials and watering, gardeners can practically ignore this charming little plant. It resists pests, drought, and mildew and will perform well for many years.  Virginia Spring Beauty Spreads by Tubers and Seeds Although most use Virginia spring beauty in a shade garden or natural woodland garden setting, others use it as a ground cover plant.  It is low-growing, reaching a maximum height of only six inches high. Also, it spreads by tubers, a network of underground shoots, and by dropping seeds. Because it reproduces by two methods, it can fill a shady area relatively quickly; thus, it can play a role as a lovely, flowering ground cover. The Ephemeral Appearance of Virginia Spring Beauty  Virginia spring beauty's straight, round, smooth stem is a lovely green hue with red or maroon spots. Leaves are about a half-inch wide and look like thick blades of grass. The leaves occur in pairs along the stem, reaching six to twelve inches long. The flowers grow in loose, eye-pleasing clusters that have star-shaped blossoms. Each bloom has five oval, smooth-edged petals with a blush-colored background and vibrant pink pinstripes. The flower's center is yellow or yellow-green and pink. The look is heavenly.  Order Your Claytonia virginica From TN Nursery Today. Claytonia virginica makes a reliable springtime appearance every year. Order yours today to brighten up your shaded areas.

Redbud Tree Redbud Tree: Cercis canadensis, the American Redbud Tree, is a showstopping beauty that announces the arrival of springtime--and warmer days ahead--with a show of profuse, unapologetically bright pink flowers. The redbud tree is a native species in the United States that grows in most moderate-temperature USDA growing zones. It is a beautiful specimen that gardeners and landscapers love. Landscape professionals often order this tree from TN Nursery to add an organic element along sidewalks, in boulevards, and near intersections. Homeowners prize it as a focal point or an understory tree to pair with taller trees in the landscape. Other Common Names for Cercis canadensis You might also hear gardeners refer to the redbud tree by these additional common names: American redbud tree Eastern redbud American Judas tree Judas tree Mexican redbud Texas redbud Redbud Tree Is Easy to Love Because of its widespread growing range and popularity, the redbud tree is one of the best-sellers at TN Nursery. Whether you want to plant it to attract early pollinators in the spring or as a specimen in a formal garden, you will love the easygoing nature of this tree. It is well-suited as an understory tree near taller trees, as it prefers a mixture of sun and shade. Once it establishes a robust root system, it is drought-tolerant, cold-tolerant, and heat-tolerant. When you plant your young redbud tree, you should expect to give it a little help, mainly sufficient watering in the hottest part of the summer. It needs an inch or two to strengthen before winter. In the fall, give your redbud tree an inch-layer of mulch around the base to tuck it in before cold temperatures arrive--that's particularly essential in the colder regions. By the third year, your redbud tree will be relatively carefree, except for twice-yearly fertilization and occasional trimming. The Lovely Appearance of the Redbud Tree Most people choose the redbud for its abundance of flowers that arrive in the spring--dainty pea-shaped fairy flowers that grow in large, showy clusters. But after the spring, the tree becomes a lovely addition, reaching a mature height of twenty to thirty feet tall and around twenty feet wide. It has an open canopy, delicate and beautiful branches, and heart-shaped green leaves that turn yellow in the fall. Order Your Redbud Tree From TN Nursery The American redbud is a good-looking, all-around tree! Order from TN Nursery today.

Cinnamon Fern: Osmunda cinnamomea Cinnamon Fern: Osmunda cinnomonea, or the cinnamon fern, is a native species to the eastern half of North America. You might find these plants in swamps or bogs if you were hiking through hardwood forests. However, you will most likely find them in shade gardens throughout the United States.   TN Nursery customers love these lush-looking plants. They are effortless to take care of, requiring little water or assistance from the gardener. Furthermore, they resist deer, disease, and other pests, while their shady fronds create a shady oasis for frogs and toads when they need a reprieve from the summer heat.  Cinnamon Fern Earns its Name  Cinnamon fern takes its name from its most distinctive feature--the auburn-colored spikes that develop as the plant matures.   The delicate new fronds will emerge in the early spring and unfurl their tender leaves. The ferns grow taller and broader for several weeks, creating vibrant green leaflets that appear in pairs and have a gently toothy outer edge.   During the summer, the fertile fronds will produce spikes. As they mature, those spikes will grow taller and turn to a rich, deep cinnamon color.  The cinnamon fern grows between three and five feet high and across; they spread quickly.  Where to Plant Osmunda cinnamomea  As a woodland native species, the cinnamon fern prefers a shady or semi-shady spot in your yard. They also prefer more acidic soil, as you might find around pine trees in the forest.   They also love moisture. Cinnamon fern is a typical recommendation when customers call TN Nursery asking what to plant in a slow-draining location that needs a bit of refreshing greenery to brighten it up.  They multiply and can add life to those challenging spots in a relatively short time.   Cinnamon Fern is used by gardeners  Cinnamon fern is a perennial that can help fill in bare spots of the yard with little watering or care. The ferns grow in colonies attached by a dense root system. Because they multiply at a fantastic speed, gardeners find they can separate them from enlivening other areas that need a touch of greenery.  Once they take hold, you will have plenty to add to containers, hanging pots, shade gardens, or for sharing with friends.   Cinnamon Fern is available to purchase at  TN Nursery Are you ready to add Cinnamon Fern to brighten up your shady yard? Order from TN Nursery today.

Elderberry Shrub  Elderberry , a deciduous, multi-stemmed, small tree, is a native species to the United States. Elderberry shrub is a hardy tree that flourishes across almost all contiguous 48 states. TN Nursery recommends this shrub to customers who want a species that is drought-tolerant, cold-tolerant, heat-tolerant, and agreeable. Elderberry produces edible fruits that some people harvest for personal use. However, many other gardeners leave the plump berries for the birds and wildlife to enjoy.  Besides "elderberry," the following are a few other common names that refer to this species:  American elder American elderberry Common elderberry Elder tree  The Elderberry Shrub Is Super Easy to Grow  This species grows in nature with no human intervention. You see them along ditch banks, on the south- or west-facing edges of woods, along light or utility lines, or in open fields. These spots represent their preference for full sunshine or a partially sunny location. When you plant your elderberry shrub, find a spot with the appropriate sunlight and recreate the woody material the species enjoys in the woods. Add a good handful of hardwood mulch, peat moss, compost, or leaf litter--it craves these woody materials. A young elderberry tree requires about one inch of water each week.  After strengthening and growing a little bit, your elderberry tree will become relatively carefree. It will demand nothing of you except water during an extended drought.  The Rustic Good Looks of the Elderberry Shrub  Elderberry shrubs are shrub-like and rounded in shape. They grow as high as twelve feet tall and might grow as wide.  Opposing, bright green compound leaves grow in clusters of seven to eleven leaflets. They are oval-shaped with a narrow tip, light to bright green, and up to six inches long. They have sharply serrated edges. In autumn, the leaves usually turn bright yellow to deep amber. They blossom profusely in late spring or early summer--many quarter-inch cream-colored flowers that occur in clusters produce fat, round, purple to black berries.  Order Your Elderberry Shrub From TN Nursery  If you want an easy-care plant that provides abundant berries for yourself or your feathered friends, TN Nursery suggests the elderberry shrub--order yours today. 

Indian Pink (Spigelia marilandica) The Indian pink plant, Spigelia marilandica, is a flowering perennial native to eastern North America. It belongs to the Logania family and typically grows in woodland habitats, producing vibrant red tubular flowers with yellow interiors that bloom in early summer.The Indian pink plant can grow up to 2 feet tall and is often used in gardens as a decorative plant due to its bright, showy flowers. The plant does best in well-drained soil and partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for shady gardens or woodland areas. Indian Pink: TN Nursery customers who adore hummingbirds know how Spigelia marilandica, or Indian Pink, is an underutilized species to attract their winged friends. This native perennial herbaceous flower, which performs beautifully in the warmer USDA growing zones, produces tubular flowers in early summer--the sweet little birds cannot resist them. Besides being a hummingbird attractor, Indian Pink also attracts pollinator insects like butterflies, moths, and bees to help promote a healthier garden ecosystem. Indian Pink originated in the forests of the western Appalachian region but works well across many growing regions. It enjoys shade to partial shade; the species prefers loose, moist soil with good drainage. However, it is also a very resilient species and can tolerate short dry spells--you might need to water it during weeks that lack rainfall. Besides keeping the soil moist and providing shade, Indian Pink is a fuss-free addition to any shady yard. You might also hear gardeners refer to this species by the following names: Pinkroot Wormgrass Woodland pinkroot The Casual Elegance of Indian Pink Indian Pink is a beautiful flowering herb plant with vivid coloring and an upright posture. The plants form in small- to medium-sized attractive clumps. The green-brown deciduous stem grows to between two- to three feet high. The leaves of Indian Pink are dark green and pretty, even after the flowers finish blooming. The leaves are oval and grow in about seven pairs per stem. They grow as large as four inches long, providing a shady respite for small woodland creatures in the summer heat. Indian Pink flowers grow erect and in small clusters of attractive tube-shaped flowers. Each cluster can contain as many as twelve blossoms. The flowers are scarlet to deep red with a bright yellow middle--the contrasting colors create a striking star pattern. Where to Plant Indian Pink Indian Pink is a late-spring to early-summer bloomer. Plant it anyplace you need to punch up the color during June. It works beautifully in a natural garden, shade garden, shaded rock garden, or as a border planting. Order Indian Pink From TN Nursery Today TN Nursery is here to help meet all your perennial garden needs--order from us today

Nikko Blue Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) Nikko Blue Hydrangea: TN Nursery proudly provides our customers with a customer-favorite selection, the Nikko Blue Hydrangea, Hydrangea macrophylla. This plant is a cold-hardy and heat-hardy woody, perennial, flowering shrub that thrives in partially sunny sites and almost all growing zones in the United States. Hydrangea macrophylla is an Asian native that came to North America from China, Korea, and Japan. However, American gardeners embraced this species, which now enjoys widespread use. Where to Use the Nikko Blue Hydrangea in Your Garden Nikko Blue Hydrangea will work well within many garden styles. Consider investing in this versatile shrub for the following gardens: Cottage garden Cutting Garden Zen garden or Asian-inspired garden Pollinator garden (it attracts bees, butterflies, moths, and birds) As a property line marker Garden border Mass planting to grow a privacy hedge Fairy garden Urban garden The Minor Care Requirements of Nikko Blue Hydrangea Taking care of any hydrangea is simple and takes a short time commitment. Here are the things that hydrangeas require: Select a partially sunny spot in the garden Fertilize it twice yearly (early spring and fall) Prune to the desired shape in the fall; dead spent blossoms as they wither Provide an inch of water weekly (more if the site receives more sun than shade) Add a one-inch layer of mulch to insulate the shrub's base and roots in the fall if you live in a cold region. The Vivid Beauty of the Nikko Blue Hydrangea Shrub Gardners covet the Nikko Blue Hydrangea for its impressive and showy flowers. This shrub can reach six feet tall and wide if you let it grow wild, although most gardeners cut it back every autumn. The leaves are dark and glossy green, oval in shape, and with a light textural feel. The stems are woody, tan, and sturdy enough to support the blue, fluffy-looking blossoms. Flowers average almost six inches, with dozens of petite blue to purple discs making up the petals. The blooms are long-lasting and have a sweet, lightly floral fragrance that will beckon the bees to visit them. Order Your Nikko Blue Hydrangea From TN Nursery Today Nikko Blue Hydrangea is a classic addition to any semi-sunshine that needs a touch of breathtaking blue color. Place your order with TN Nursery today.

Wild Strawberry Plants Are Worth Growing  Wild Strawberry: Sometimes, the simplest things in life can offer the most extraordinary pleasure--the wild strawberry plant is one example of this. The North American native plant often creeps up in the wild in the most unexpected places--along a gravelly roadway, at the edge of a wooded area, or in the middle of the lawn. Seeing those ruby red berries peeking out from their greenery is always a delightful surprise. Instead of hoping to find a wild strawberry or two in the late spring, you can grow them and be confident you will get to enjoy their sweet, juicy goodness. TN Nursery proudly grows myriad hardy native perennials, including the wild strawberry plant.  Wild Strawberry Plant Makes a Lush Green Ground Cover  Not only do wild strawberries provide you with tasty berries, but the plants also make an attractive ground cover. Wild strawberry plants have trifoliate, dark green leaves. The flowering stem shows off with five-petal white flowers with a yellow center in the late spring. The flowers emit a lightly floral aroma that attracts bees and pollinators to your yard. Of course, the blossoms later give birth to beautiful red berries. The plants spread quickly, producing runners from the root system's crown. The runners dig into the earth nearby and create a new plant; some gardeners call this seedling a daughter plant. This cycle continues all season long, forming a dense mat of dark green foliage that stays green through the fall. The plants go dormant during the cold, shorter days of late fall and winter, and wake up in early spring.  It's Easy to Grow Wild Strawberry Plants  Besides being prolific, the wild strawberry plant is easy to grow. It thrives in most growing zones in the continental United States and requires nothing more than full sun or partial sun, springtime fertilizer, and water if you experience drought. In autumn, gardeners in colder zones blanket their wild strawberries with a cozy layer of mulch.  With minimal care, you can have a sizeable wild strawberry patch within a year or two.  Order Wild Strawberry Plants From TN Nursery  Reimagine the wild strawberry plant. Don't think of it as a cute plant you encounter once in a while in nature. Instead, consider it a healthy ground cover plant you can cultivate in a sunny garden. Order your wild strawberry plants from TN Nursery today.

Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) Lily of the valley is a native perennial flowering native to Europe and Asia. It is scientifically known as Convallaria majalis and belongs to the family Asparagaceae. The plant is known for its sweetly scented, bell-shaped white flowers that appear in the spring.The perennial gas often been used in traditional medicine for its cardiac glycosides, which are compounds that can affect the heart. However, these compounds can also be toxic if ingested in large amounts, so caution should be taken when handling the plant.The Lily of the valley plant is also famous as an ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. In some cultures, it is associated with love and is used in wedding bouquets and other romantic occasions. Lily of the Valley: Convallaria majalis, aka lily of the valley, is a lovely perennial flower. However, it is not truly a lily--it's anatomically more closely related to asparagus! Whatever you want to call it, this dreamy plant thrives in many USDA growing zones, loves partial shady conditions, and will reward you with a profuse show of heavenly, sweet-scented, creamy-hued flowers in the late spring or early summer. Lily of the Valley is a native species on several continents--Europe, Asia, and North America. Even though the delicate flowers might suggest otherwise, it is a lovely, even-tempered plant. It is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and requires little care. The Dreamy Good Looks of Lily of the Valley The petite, creamy, bell-shaped flowers may bloom in the late spring, but the lovely foliage tolerates the mid and late-summer heat and stays a vibrant shade of green all season. The flowers appear on delicate stems that emerge from lush foliage at the plant's base. The long oval leaves are five to ten inches long and about four inches wide; they form in a semi-upright posture and have smooth edges. The flowers are tiny but abundant. They are creamy white, bell-shaped, and grow in attractive clusters on multiple stems. Each delicate bloom has six lobed petals that seem to nod with every breeze and slightly flare at the edges. They are graceful and naturally lovely to behold. Where to Plant Lily of the Valley Lily of the Valley requires semi-shade to shade garden and well-amended, moist soil. Here are some lovely ways it could work in your landscape: Mass plantings: Have a shady end of the house where you can't grow grass? Mass plant Lily of the Valley at the foundation and let it spread to cover the entire area--no more struggling to grow that lawn. Fairy garden: The whimsical appearance of Lily of the Valley lends itself well to an imaginative fairy garden. Cutting garden: People who love to make fresh floral arrangements often cultivate cutting flowers to tuck into vases. The drooping nature of this flower is lovely, as it appears to spill out of a vase. Of course, these are just a few ideas--you are limited only by your imagination. Order Lily of the Valley From TN Nursery Today Are you ready to try Lily of the Valley? Order from TN nursery today.

Shade Fern Package Shade Fern Package: TN Nursery lovingly grows the most vigorous ferns at our central Tennessee nursery, and when you see our shade fern package with your own eyes, we will convince you. The ten big, mature plants are sure to impress you.  We grow the healthiest and best ferns you can imagine. The shade fern package is your chance to purchase this set, hand-selected by our horticulture experts.  When you order your shade fern package, we note your USDA growing zone to ensure you receive only species that will flourish in your region.  Shade Fern Package Includes the Ten Best Species for Your Region  Some of the species that you might receive, based on your USDA zone, include the following ferns:  Royal ferns: One of the most popular ferns offered by TN Nursery, royal ferns have a classic, regal appearance and add a pop of bright green to your shade garden. Ostrich (Fiddlehead) ferns: Ostrich ferns (aka fiddlehead ferns): These ferns have tall, lovely, bright green fronds that coil inward, creating visual interest. Giant ostrich ferns: These massive ferns grow tall, adding life to a shade garden and serving as a focal point. This species is a show-stopper. Glade ferns: These shiny-leafed, gently draping ferns are shade-loving ferns that our customers love.  Hay-scented ferns: Hay-scented ferns are fast growers that add vibrant greenery and has a comforting fresh-cut hay aroma. New York ferns: This New York native species is prevalent with TN Nursery customers in colder climates. Cinnamon ferns: They take their name from the tall cinnamon-colored spike it displays alongside its beautiful greenery. Sensitive ferns: This species grows well in all but the coldest climates. Its fronds have a lovely beaded appearance. Leatherwood ferns: The leathery appearance adds an intriguing look to the fronds of this species. Christmas ferns: This medium-sized, bright green fern is an evergreen species that you can enjoy all year.  Bracken ferns: The lovely bracken fern adds an aesthetically pleasing burst of light green anywhere you plant it.  Entrust us to choose the ten best ferns for your growing zone; we are confident you will be delighted with our selections.  TN Nursery Will Serve as Your Horticulturist  The shade fern package will include the best ferns for your growing area. Let us serve as your private horticulturist--order your shade fern package today. Shade fern package is available to purchase online at TN Nursery