Thank heavens! I arrived safely. After careful packaging and a rather long trip in variable…read moreweather, I made it to the home of a very serious gardener, who was very grateful that she had found a Chickasaw Plum online. She didn't have my spot prepared quite yet (she is working on that this week), but she tucked me into a large pot so that I could stretch my legs after shipping. I tell you, traveling that way in a box is almost as bad as an airplane trip these days. Anyway, thank you Gardens of the Blue Ridge for making a commitment to growing the finest native plants. We love you!

Another fabulously beautiful shipment of greens from this North Carolina family run business. For…read morethe past 10 years since I discovered they ship boxwood stems for a Christmas event I organize for friends, I've also ordered my front door wreath and roping for front door and lamp post as well as my mantle greenery. It has always arrived fresh , well made and full! Shipping may be a little pricey but well worth it in my opinion to order where you know everything is fresh and well made! Each Christmas, I organize a group of 5 friends who gather to make boxwood tabletop trees ( all while enjoying cocktails)using boxwood tips supplied by Gardens of the Blue Ridge. Again their product is packed and shipped with care and arrives fresh as can be! I've spoken with several employees including Katy and Savannah regarding delivery issues, not on their end but UPS' and everyone has been , pleasant and helpful with great follow through. I highly recommend this supplier... beautiful fresh greens!

What a special little gem of a garden center that has amazing perennials and annuals and lovely…read morehome decor. They helped my daughter start her garden going above and beyond customer service. I purchased a fox glove and drove it all the home to Columbus, Ohio. I would be a Mustard Seed fan and visit often if I lived in Boone, Blowing Rock area. Follow them own instagram for pointers too!

The Mustard Seed grossly overprices Espoma product. Example: Espoma Biotone Starter small bag -…read moreMSRP for this product is $11.99 before tax and The Mustard Seed charged me $16.00 before tax. I questioned this with checkout person and they said they were not familiar with pricing and profits of this business. Their Daddy Pete dirt pricing is above MSRP as well. Lessons learned 9/6/2025.

I was exploring downtown Boone while waiting for my brunch table to be ready and popped into Anna…read moreBananas. This shop is soooo cute and filled with a thrifters dream. I've always wanted a teddy coat, but have never bought one because I live in Miami. However, enter this cute little coat I spotted on the rack that is now my new fave purchase of 2025. The coat was just $16, and if you do a little dance at check out they give you 10% off. Say less, I did my little dance and walked out of there with a purchase under $15 that I've already worn 3 times! They have a good variety of nice outfits, casual ware, accessories and shoes as well. The staff was also super friendly. I wish we had one of these shops in my neighborhood, but would def go back when visiting Boone.

It was just alright. Folks are friendly enough here but note this before going: the inventory is…read moremostly hippy-dippy styles for teens to mid-20's. If that's not your style, you'll be disappointed. No housewares and no vintage coolness. Not much in terms of jewelry /accessories aside from leather and beads. Lots of printed tshirts though.