I stopped by A Growing Concern back at the end of October and was AMAZED at how many gorgeous…read moreplants were still out, healthy, and hardy heading into the winter months. (I am from Upstate, SC and accompany my husband regularly to Hendersonville for dog training.) The plants were so picturesque on the grounds outside that I almost lost track of time venturing through the gorgeous, brightly colored foliage. I was greeted, welcomed inside - whenever I was ready, and told that if I needed anything to please let her know. We chatted briefly about my interest in returning in the spring to discuss plans for changing some of the plants currently found on my property. Being that I live in SC, even though I'm only 45 mins away, it places me in a different Gardening Zone. The associate knew this immediately and assured me she would have no trouble at all making recommendations based on zone, sunlight/shade, existing plants, as well as our lifestyle and needs (we have a daughter and pets). In our short 3-5 minute conversation I knew I was working with a highly knowledgeable individual that clearly knows her stuff when it comes to gardening and landscaping.
Twenty plus minutes, and a walk through one of their greenhouses later, I headed inside to look at houseplants - what I originally intended to come for. Needless to say, I wasn't disappointed inside either. I love Hoyas and since the COVID pandemic their popularity as houseplants has increased drastically. Knowing this, I was prepared to ask if she had any, but wasn't going in with high hopes. To my surprise, before I could even ask I spotted 3 GORGEOUS Hoya Compacta Ropes hanging in her windows. I was thrilled! These plants were beautiful, well taken care of, and the best part of all - not outrageously priced! I was completely prepared for a shocker price tag with the size and fullness of the plant in a 6" hanging basket, but no - only $39!!! I quickly scooped one up, along with her suggestion of a unique, metallic glazed, square ceramic potter. I loved it! I was almost ready to check out and a HUGE Pothos caught my eye. It was just a golden Pothos in an 8" hanging basket, but it was gorgeous. I grabbed it, along with another one of her awesome planter suggestions, and two cute mini plants to go in a frog planter I already had for my daughter. Months later my plants are thriving, and my home looks beautiful because of them. Thanks again!