Every year we try to expand our selection of trees and shrubs. Our most exciting introduction will be Stark Brothers Fruit Trees, of which we will stock varieties of apple, peach, cherry, plum, patio peach and nectarine.

We now stock several nice varieties of blueberries and raspberries, which have done very well. We will also for the first time offer grapes and blackberries. 

New selection of Christmas trees available!

Just in time for the holidays. Selections include ready-to-plant Blue Spruce and cut Firs.

See our holiday Poinsettia selection and order by phone!

Above: 'Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce, 6'-7' ball & burlap.
Plant this in the ground as a wonderful alternative to purchasing cut Christmas trees!

Above: We have four different sizes of Fraser Fir cut Christmas trees: 5'-6', 6'-7', 7'-8', 8'-9'. They came from local "Boyd Christmas Tree Farm" in Waynesville, NC with over 100 years in business. Buying from Stanley's Greenhouse supports local and regional farming!

Above: We have three different sizes of Globe Blue Spruce, ball & burlap: 18"-21", 21"-24", 30"-36". Plant these in the ground as a wonderful alternative to purchasing cut Christmas trees!

Above: Norway Spruce, 5'-6' ball & burlap. Plant this in the ground as a wonderful alternative to purchasing cut Christmas trees!

For people that lost trees in the summer storms, Stanley’s is ready to help you replace them!  We have just received an order of large container-grown trees including Maples, Oaks, and Willows; some are 10’-15’ tall with 1 1/2 inch to 2 1/2 inch caliper trunks.

Fall is the best time to plant large trees because they have time to grow strong root systems and settle in before spring growth starts. So, come by Stanley’s soon before it gets too cold and get a jump start on replacing your trees! Or, feel free to call us at (865)573-9591 to check for specific varieties and sizes. Our selection at this time is very good for most varieties!

The question that seems the most commonly asked on our tree and shrub lot is whether fall is a good time to plant? The answer is YES! Planting in the fall can save both stress on the plant, and on the gardener’s maintenance concerns. When the temperature cools down in the fall, most trees and shrubs start going through a dormant period. This means that the plants are not producing new growth or flowers, allowing them to store and save energy in the root system, to be used later for growth in the spring and summer seasons.

Planting trees and shrubs in the fall gives the plants a better chance for good root development before winter. Less worry and care from the gardener, along with more time for the plant to get established makes the survival rate of the plant much better. Also making it easier, the gardener does not need to water as much in the fall season due to less water consumption of plants and, naturally, a wetter season.

Good planning practices are important whenever you go to plant, making sure trees and shrubs need plenty of room for canopy and root growth. Planting in a hole that is the same size as the root ball will leave no room for the roots to spread into the soil. This is the reason we always recommend that the whole be at least twice as large as the root ball, and even better if you can make it three times as large, then fill in the empty space with a mixture of existing soil and a loose soil amendment. In addition, planting a couple inches above ground level, then mounding mulch on top of and around the root ball, helps provide proper drainage for the roots. Happy Fall Planting!

We are receiving fall shipments of trees and shrubs over the next month, here are a few new items we are expecting:

Large Red Maple Trees (to help replace trees we lost earlier this year):

• 15 gallon @ 1.5 inch caliper         7’-8’ Full canopy

More large maples @ 2 inch caliper will be arriving in October, a great time to plant!

Evergreen Topiaries:

We currently have and will be receiving a great selection of topiaries:

• Arborvitae Spirals @ 3-4 feet tall
• Serpentine Blue Atlas Cedars
• Various Boxwood topiary
• Japanese Hollies in cone and ball shapes
• Pom-pom Arborvitae, Juniper, and Boxwood

All topiaries will be in by October 7^th. Give us a call if you have a request for specific types or sizes.

Service Berries and Hawthorne trees will be in by October 7^th.

NEW Camelias have arrived, and we will be getting more throughout the coming weeks!

‘First Edition’ Plants such as Little Devil Ninebark and Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangeas

Supplied by Plant Introductions, who work in association with renowned plant expert Michael A. Dirr.

American Beautyberry (Callicarpa Americana) are now in stock:

These North American native shrubs have a beautiful violet to magenta berries born on gracefully spreading branches; making it a great plant for any landscape. The long-lasting berries make a good accent to floral arrangements and wreathes, as well as bright color in the early winter.