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Frequently Asked Questions

What are bare root plants?

A bare root plant is a plant without being in a container with soil. They are bare roots packaged in wet paper and dipped in the moisture-locking gel.

Why do you ship plants in a dormant state?

Dormant plants adjust readily to new surroundings, typically leading to more vigorous, robust growth and significantly higher survival rates (96-98%) than plants already in bloom.

How should I plant my bare root plants upon arrival?

See our videos and planting instructions for further information.

When can I expect my bare root plants to start growing?

Trees and shrubs are sent in a dormant state without leaves or blooms. They typically start to green up in spring, usually a week or two after other trees or shrubs in your yard begin to leaf out. For perennials, ferns, vines, or ground covers planted underground, if temperatures are above 70 degrees, a small portion (1-5%) may emerge in that same spring or summer, but most will sprout the following spring. Please wait until your other plants have emerged and allow a couple of extra weeks for the new ones before considering a claim.

Do you offer any guarantees on your plants?

We Offer a One-Year Warranty.

Our Rationale for Providing a 1-Year Warranty: Our "Spring Will Tell the Tale" Warranty is issued as an in-store credit.

How can I determine the best plants for my zone?

Our website includes a plant finder tool, allowing you to filter by zone, bloom color, bloom season, light requirements, and more.

Need a Wholesale Quote On Volume Quantities?

Wholesale Pricing Available

For bulk orders of 500 or more plants, contact Garden Delights Nursery to receive a competitive wholesale quote. Their knowledgeable staff is ready to assist with your large-scale landscaping needs, ensuring you get the best quality plants at great prices.

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T.N. Nursery Customer Reviews

Sigrid Gray

Director of Horticulture, The Battery Conservancy

We love Tennessee Wholesale Nursery. Everything we have received in the past is alive and doing well in Battery's 5-acres of perennial gardens.

Mandi Stark

Discovery Production Wildlife

As part of a new series for the Discovery channel, we wanted to film buds opening with time-lapse photography. Tammy completely understood what we needed, the time deadline we were up against, and the problems we had previously encountered with...

Doug Bowmer

Bridgeton, CT

I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for your outstanding customer service. My plants arrived in just three days, and they exceeded my expectations. T.N. Nursery had the lowest price, fast delivery, and great service!

Giovanni Landscaping

Long Island, NY

We love the Nursery stock you sent me; they were as advertised, both healthy and good sized.

Kristine C

Alliance, OH

I love TN Nursery because they are in the same zone as I am, so I never worry about receiving plants not suited to my growing region. The shipping is always quick, and the plants/trees have always been delivered in great condition!

Larry M

Warren CT

TN nursery is a complete joy to work with! They have everything and it's shopped in great shape, at the time it should be planted according to your local growing zone. They keep me apprised daily of their latest offerings, all spectacular.Makes...

Simeon M

Arlington, VA

I absolutely love working with this company. Tammy and her team are great! Their site is fast and simple to navigate. They have a great variety of stock, and their customer support is second to none. Highly recommend!!

Karla K

Bloomington Springs, TN

I wish I had the space in my lawn to plant more of your beautiful perennials. Some came up after i planted them last summer but all came up this spring. My tall phlox is reblooming again and it the end of summer. I am so pleased.

Jackie D

St. Louis, MO

I'm a Missouri girl and will not order any plants or trees from anyone else but this nursery. You cannot beat the bogo deals they have. If you are a beekeeper like me, you can't go wrong with their Sourwood trees ...it's a bees favorite and my ...

Olga R

Du Bois, PA

This was my first time ordering from TN nursery. I just received my order, several different ferns and couple of perennials. I got it for a very good price, buy one get one free. All plants were dormant as bare roots, everything looked good and...

Travis M

Chesapeake, VA

I ordered the perennial and fern package for my grandmother. She said everything has came up beautifully. I will be ordering again.

Jane B

Toledo, OH

I ordered a lot--a LOT--of live moss from TN Wholesale Nursery. Not only did it arrive quickly, it arrives well-packaged in the perfect size boxes. The moss was in fantastic shape and was easy to place in my shade garden. It is lovely, very hea...