Tennessee Wholesale Nursery Blog

Mature weeping willow tree with cascading green branches beside a calm pond on open ground
Weeping Willow Tree Pros and Cons: Where It Belongs
Fast shade and a love of wet soil, or roots in your pipes and limbs on the lawn? Weigh the real trade-offs, the distances to keep, and a quick site... Read more...
Red oak tree with fiery fall foliage beside a calm lake under a blue sky
Oak Tree Types: White vs Red Oaks and Where to Plant Each
Oaks split into white and red groups you can tell apart by leaf and acorn. Here is how to identify common oak tree types and which one suits wet, dry... Read more...
Mature weeping willow tree with cascading green branches beside a calm pond
How Fast Does a Weeping Willow Grow? Year-by-Year Chart
A weeping willow adds about 3 to 4 feet a year in sun and moist ground. Here is what a 1 to 4 foot bare-root tree grows to by year... Read more...
Row of tall, slender Green Giant arborvitae trees lining a grassy path
Arborvitae Size Chart: Height, Width, Spacing and Years to Screen
Every common arborvitae in one chart, from 2-foot globes to 60-foot giants, with the hedge spacing and the years each takes to screen a view, so you order the right... Read more...
Red oak tree with fiery autumn foliage beside a calm lake under a blue sky
Pin Oak vs Red Oak: Which to Plant by Soil and Site
Pin oak or red oak? Drainage and soil pH decide it. Compare size, growth, zones and form side by side, learn to tell the two apart, and find seedlings for... Read more...
A row of tall, slender Green Giant arborvitae trees forming a privacy screen along a grassy path
Emerald Green vs Green Giant Arborvitae: Size, Spacing, Counts
Green Giant or Emerald Green? Compare size, growth, deer resistance and winter color, then use our spacing guide and tree counts to plan a privacy hedge of any length. Read more...
Young bare-root red maple sapling set in a wide, shallow planting hole with a spade and water bucket beside it
Planting Maple Trees: Red, Sugar and Silver Step by Step
When to plant, how to match red, sugar and silver maples to your site, how much room each needs, and how to plant bare-root seedlings by the hundred. Read more...
Pink hardy water lilies blooming among green lily pads on a sunny pond
How to Plant Water Lilies in Pots or Pond Bottoms
Plant hardy water lilies in a pot of heavy soil or straight into the mud of a farm or wildlife pond, with the right depth at every stage of growth. Read more...
Rows of young redbud saplings in bloom with pink-purple flowers in a nursery field
Redbud Sapling Guide: Sizes, Planting and Problems
From 6-inch seedlings to 4-foot trees: how to choose, plant and transplant a redbud sapling, care for it through its first years and fix the problems young redbuds hit. Read more...
How to Grow Milkweed From Plants: Site, Care and Spread Control
Grow milkweed from nursery plants: match the species to your soil, plant it right, care for it through the year, keep it in bounds and pick partners that share its sunny bed. Read more...
Gloved hands lifting an ostrich fern clump with its root ball from a shaded bed in early spring
How to Transplant Ferns: Dividing Clumps and Planting Bare-Root Crowns
When to move ferns, how to dig and divide an established clump, how deep to set bare-root crowns, and how ostrich fern and lady fern settle in after transplanting. Read more...
Dense green North privet hedge forming a privacy screen under a blue sky
North Privet Hedge: Spacing, Planting and Shearing From Bare Root
How many feet of hedge each bare-root bundle covers, the hard cut that keeps North privet thick at the base, three years of shearing, and where privet is listed invasive. Read more...
Bright yellow dandelion flower open in sunlight among green grass
Dandelion Flower: How to Identify, Grow and Pick It
The dandelion flower is hundreds of tiny florets on one hollow stem. Learn to tell it from catsear, grow a patch for early bees, pick blooms safely and plan flowers... Read more...
Cluster of purple coneflowers with pink petals and orange centers, a native perennial that returns each year
Difference Between Annuals and Perennials: Side by Side
Annuals live one season; perennials come back for years. See them side by side, learn how your zone and biennials blur the line, and count what five seasons of replanting... Read more...
Black Oak Seedlings: Wildlife Mast Planting Blueprint
Black Oak Seedlings: Wildlife Mast Planting Blueprint
Acorns are the backbone of a working wildlife property. Here's how to lay out a black oak mast block and pair it with native fruit and shrub layers. Read more...
How Far to Plant Trees From House: Fall Spacing Guide
How Far to Plant Trees From House: Fall Spacing Guide
Before you dig this fall, know exactly where each tree belongs. Our spacing chart keeps roots, rooflines, and fences out of future trouble. Read more...
Silver Maple Tree Guide: Best Shrubs & Vines to Pair
Silver Maple Tree Guide: Best Shrubs & Vines to Pair
Planting shade that performs? Here's how the Silver Maple anchors a landscape, and which shrubs and vines finish the planting plan beautifully. Read more...
Best Trees for Erosion Control: Fall Slope Planting
Best Trees for Erosion Control: Fall Slope Planting
Washed-out slopes, bare banks, muddy runoff? Here's the fall-planted collection of deep-rooted trees and groundcovers that holds soil in place for good. Read more...
Deer-Resistant Native Plants: Fall Planting Collection
Deer-Resistant Native Plants: Fall Planting Collection
Deer hit hardest in fall. Here's the curated lineup of native perennials, ferns, and evergreens they tend to walk right past — plus how to protect the rest. Read more...
Native Fruit Trees & Shade Plants: Harvest Collection
Native Fruit Trees & Shade Plants: Harvest Collection
Fall is the season to build an edible woodland layer. Here's how native fruit trees and shade-loving understory plants work together. Read more...
Essential Drought-Tolerant Trees for Fall Landscapes
Essential Drought-Tolerant Trees for Fall Landscapes
Build a low-water landscape with hardy trees and plants that settle in well, save irrigation, and look good through fall. Read more...
Complete Sourwood Tree Guide for Wholesale Landscapes
Complete Sourwood Tree Guide for Wholesale Landscapes
Learn how Sourwood trees and companion species can strengthen wholesale landscape plans with dependable structure, seasonal color, and plant health. Read more...
Top Fall Trees for Privacy, Color, and Windbreaks
Top Fall Trees for Privacy, Color, and Windbreaks
Build a stronger fall landscape with trees that add privacy, seasonal color, and protection from wind as temperatures cool. Read more...
Best Native Tree Pairings for Shade and Structure
Best Native Tree Pairings for Shade and Structure
See how to pair a slippery elm with shrubs, vines, and evergreens for stronger shade, cleaner lines, and better landscape performance. Read more...
Complete Oak Landscape Guide: Trees and Shrubs 2026
Complete Oak Landscape Guide: Trees and Shrubs 2026
Build a stronger landscape with proven trees and shrubs that deliver shade, structure, and seasonal interest for commercial projects. Read more...
Top Wholesale Orchard Trees for Spring Planting
Top Wholesale Orchard Trees for Spring Planting
A seasonal guide to orchard trees that helps wholesale buyers choose proven varieties for spring installs and long-term performance. Read more...
Lacebark Elm for Urban Yards: 7 Smart Uses
Lacebark Elm for Urban Yards: 7 Smart Uses
See how Lacebark Elm can solve tight-space landscaping problems with shade, structure, and year-round bark interest. Read more...
Top Fall Trees for Color, Fragrance, and Texture
Build a richer fall landscape with trees and plants that bring color, scent, and texture to your yard before winter sets in. Read more...
Top Wholesale Seedlings for Reliable Landscape Projects
Top Wholesale Seedlings for Reliable Landscape Projects
See which wholesale seedlings work best for landscape projects, erosion control, and spring installs that need reliable performance. Read more...
Complete Fall Dogwood and Maple Collection Guide
Complete Fall Dogwood and Maple Collection Guide
See how dogwoods and maples can anchor fall installs with dependable color, structure, and wholesale-ready options. Read more...
Weeping Willow Trees for Wet Soil: 7 Landscape Uses
Weeping Willow Trees for Wet Soil: 7 Landscape Uses
See how a Weeping Willow can turn damp, difficult ground into a graceful focal point with shade, movement, and natural erosion control. Read more...
Best Shade Perennials: Complete Woodland Border Guide
Best Shade Perennials: Complete Woodland Border Guide
Build a refined shade-to-sun planting plan with hardy perennials that add structure, color, and reliable performance. Read more...
Fall Tree Seedlings for Soil and Shade: 7 Picks
Fall Tree Seedlings for Soil and Shade: 7 Picks
A practical fall collection of seedlings and trees that help improve soil, add shade, and fit real yard conditions before winter sets in. Read more...
Best Seedlings for Landscaping: Complete 2026 Guide
Best Seedlings for Landscaping: Complete 2026 Guide
Explore dependable seedlings for wholesale landscaping projects, from pines and oaks to dogwood and redbud, all chosen for strong establishment. Read more...
Ostrich Fern Shade Plan: 7 Plant Pairings for Yards
Ostrich Fern Shade Plan: 7 Plant Pairings for Yards
See how ostrich fern can anchor a shaded planting plan, with companion plants that add structure, texture, and long-lasting curb appeal. Read more...
Fall Seedlings Guide 2026: Best Trees for Planting
Fall Seedlings Guide 2026: Best Trees for Planting
Plan your fall planting with hardy seedlings chosen for strong roots, reliable establishment, and long-term landscape value. Read more...
Tall Phlox for Summer Borders: 7 Easy-Care Pairings
Tall Phlox for Summer Borders: 7 Easy-Care Pairings
Build a fuller summer border with Tall Phlox and companion plants that add color, height, and lasting curb appeal. Read more...
Top Summer Tree Bundle for Fall Planting 2026
Top Summer Tree Bundle for Fall Planting 2026
Plan ahead for fall with tree seedlings that handle summer heat now and settle in well when planting season arrives. Read more...
Pawpaw Trees for Pollinators: 7 Native Garden Picks
Pawpaw Trees for Pollinators: 7 Native Garden Picks
Build a pollinator-friendly edible landscape with pawpaw trees and companion plants that bring more color, wildlife, and seasonal interest. Read more...
Summer Tree Picks for Small Yards: 7 Flowering Options
Summer Tree Picks for Small Yards: 7 Flowering Options
Looking for a tree that adds color without crowding your yard? Explore compact summer picks that bring shade, blooms, and structure. Read more...
Top Redbud Seedlings for Small Yards in 2026
Top Redbud Seedlings for Small Yards in 2026
Looking for a tree that adds color without crowding your yard? See how redbud seedlings bring compact beauty to tight spaces. Read more...
Best Shade Trees for Patios and Driveways: 7 Picks
Best Shade Trees for Patios and Driveways: 7 Picks
Choose shade trees that cool your yard without crowding patios, cracking pavement, or creating cleanup headaches. Read more...
Best Privacy Trees for Suburban Yards: 7 Fast Picks
Best Privacy Trees for Suburban Yards: 7 Fast Picks
Need a faster, cleaner way to block views? Explore privacy-friendly trees and ferns that help suburban yards feel calm and finished. Read more...
Essential Summer Border Plants for Easy-Care Yards
Essential Summer Border Plants for Easy-Care Yards
Build a polished yard border without constant maintenance. These easy-care plants add structure, texture, and summer appeal. Read more...
Top Oak and Pine Seedlings for Wholesale Projects
Top Oak and Pine Seedlings for Wholesale Projects
Compare oak and pine seedlings that fit commercial landscapes, restoration work, and long-term planting plans with confidence. Read more...
Complete Summer Shade Trees for Small Backyards
Complete Summer Shade Trees for Small Backyards
Need quick shade without crowding a small yard? Explore compact seedlings that bring cooling cover, privacy, and lasting curb appeal. Read more...
Complete Summer Wildlife Trees for Backyard Habitats
Complete Summer Wildlife Trees for Backyard Habitats
Build a backyard habitat with hardy seedlings that bring shade, birds, and seasonal interest to your summer landscape. Read more...
Essential Chinese Chestnut Seedlings for Small Yards
Essential Chinese Chestnut Seedlings for Small Yards
See how Chinese chestnut seedlings can fit smaller home landscapes while adding shade, resilience, and future nut harvests. Read more...
Essential Live Stakes for Erosion Control at Home
Essential Live Stakes for Erosion Control at Home
Learn how live stakes can help stabilize wet spots, slopes, and stream edges while adding natural structure to your landscape. Read more...
Best Trees for Wet Soil and Drainage Fixes
Best Trees for Wet Soil and Drainage Fixes
If soggy ground is slowing your project, these trees and shrubs can help stabilize soil, improve drainage, and build a healthier landscape. Read more...