Native Plant Nurseries in North Carolina

Find local native plant nurseries in North Carolina. Support pollinators and local ecosystems with plants native to your region.

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About Native Plants in North Carolina

North Carolina stretches from the Outer Banks barrier islands through the Piedmont plateau to the Blue Ridge Mountains, encompassing remarkable plant diversity. Longleaf pine savannas, mountain cove forests, and coastal pocosins host thousands of native species. Browse North Carolina native plant nurseries to garden with the state's rich botanical heritage.

Ecoregions

Coastal PlainPiedmontBlue Ridge MountainsSandhillsOuter Banks Maritime

Popular Native Species

  • Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris)tree
  • Carolina Jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens)wildflower
  • Flame Azalea (Rhododendron calendulaceum)shrub
  • River Oats (Chasmanthium latifolium)grass
  • Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)tree
  • Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa)wildflower

Planting Season

Fall (October-November) is the premier planting season in North Carolina, especially for trees and shrubs. Spring (March-April) is also excellent, particularly in the mountains where winters are harsh.

USDA Zones

5b-8b