What Are Native Plants?

Native Plants 101

Native plants are those that grows wild in areas without being planted.  They are hardy, low maintenance and doesn't need alot of care like weeding or water. TN Nursery is a native plant nursery that specializes in natives like trees, shrubs, perennials, ferns, vines and mosses.

Seeking a reputable “native plant nursery near me”? Located just 10 miles outside McMinnville, TN Nursery specializes in growing native Tennessee plants that naturally thrive across the Midstate. For over 30 years, our family-owned nursery has studied regional ecosystems to offer gardeners the widest selection of native trees, shrubs, perennials, and woodland plants guaranteed to flourish in Middle Tennessee landscapes.

Expansive Offerings of Native Plant Varieties  

Across our 100-acre native plant nursery, we showcase wider native plant diversity than any regional competitor, including:

• Wild native azaleas, dogwoods, elderberry, ferns, and more are ideal for woodland plantings
• Native ornamental grasses like switch grass, purple love grass, and muhly grass
• Native shrubs and bushes like elderberry, sumac, spicebush, and more  
• Regional wildflowers and perennials that attract native butterflies and hummingbirds
• Native evergreen trees and shrubs like eastern red cedar, inkberry, and bayberry

Our team continually experiments with growing little-known native gems to determine suitability before adding unique varieties to inventory. Expect fresh finds unavailable elsewhere!

Regional Plants Selected for Local Landscape Success - Native Plant Nursery Near Me

Rather than importing generic plants from afar, the native species at our nursery naturally grow wild locally in Tennessee forests and meadows. Through decades of studying native species and growing conditions, our horticulture experts possess a deep understanding of East and Middle Tennessee native ecosystems. We replicate key regional habitat conditions like:

• Natural seasonal humidity fluctuations, rainfall patterns, and light exposure
• The pH balance, mineral content, and microorganisms of Tennessee's varying soil compositions   
• Temperature variations, weather shifts, and climate zone norms

The result? Native plants possess natural genetic resilience to overcome regional growing challenges in your garden or landscape year after year with minimal upkeep required!

Ethical Growing Practices for Healthy Native Plants - Native Plant Nursery Near Me

At TN Nursery, vibrant plant health guides everything we do. To encourage robust native plants, our practices include:

• Responsible pest prevention and integrated pest management   
• Pruning guidelines allowing proper structural development  
• Handling protecting root zone integrity at all nursery stages
• Conservative fertilization aligned to the needs of individual species  
• Winter protection and seasonal preparations before the plant sale

Our focus culminates in native plants that establish faster, require less corrective care, and naturally withstand seasonal shifts once planted in your landscape.

Tap Into TN Nursery's Native Plant Passion and Expertise!

Ready to explore native plant offerings directly from a passionate regional native plant nursery? Contact our experts at TN Nursery to chat with native plants or schedule a private guided nursery tour!