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Pender Pines Garden Center
20949 US Hwy. 17 N.
Hampstead, NC 28443
Sales For The Week Of
September 20th- September 26th
Services
Services
Delivery Charges
Wilmington to Jacksonville (including Hampstead, Topsail, Surf City, & Sneads Ferry:)
$75.00 (Free Delivery if order is $750 or over)
Leland:
$100.00 (Free Delivery if order is $1000 or over)
Installation Charges*
Wilmington to Jacksonville (including Hampstead, Topsail, Surf City, & Sneads Ferry:)
$250.00 minimum
Leland:
$300.00 minimum
*Installation charge is ½ the value of the plants being installed or the minimum listed above.
Planting Instructions and Guarantee
Every tree and shrub that we sell comes with planting instructions and a six month guarantee. We guarantee that all trees and shrubs are true to name and healthy when they leave the Garden Center. With PROPER CARE, losses should not occur. Should any tree or shrub purchased at our retail price die within six months, we will replace it. Return the tree or shrub with your receipt for replacement. Should we not have the same plant in stock, we reserve the right to give credit for the purchase price or supply trees or shrubs of equal value. Plants lost to storm damage or physical damage due to weed eaters, lawn mowers, or other lawn implements are not covered by this guarantee.
Plant Diagnostics
The Plant Doctor is in! If you have sick plants or an ailing shrub, snip a piece and place it securely in a zip-lock bag. Then bring it in for expert analysis! We can more than likely help you diagnose what the issue is and find a remedy. We can also help you choose plants that will thrive in your particular garden based on your soil, light and other important factors.
Gift Certificates
You can purchase Gift Certificates in any amount either at the store or by phone (910-270-2706.) If purchased by phone, we will mail them to you or your gift recipient or hold them at the store for pick up. There is no expiration date on our Gift Certificates.
Senior Discount
Every Tuesday is Senior Discount Day. We offer a 10% discount to seniors age 60 or older on all non-sale items on Tuesdays.
Military Discount
In appreciation of their service to our Country, we offer a 10% discount on all non-sale items for active duty and retired military members. You must ask for the discount and present your military ID at time of check out.
Recycle Pots
We are happy to offer a place for people to recycle their plastic pots! We have a large bin at the end of our driveway where these pots can be discarded.
Our Story
Our Story
Founded by Gary and Sharon Schwarz in 1996, Pender Pines Garden Center opened with one building and a two-hoop greenhouse. Gary, Sharon, and their three children; Jon, Jessica, and Jason were the first employees. Gary’s parents, Lily and Al, were the unofficial greeters for customers in the early days as they assisted with tasks, large and small. Quickly growing to the point of having to employ more than just Gary’s wife and three children.
In 2002, Jon Schwarz graduated from the NC State Horticulture program and developed the Landscape Department of Pender Pines along with a ½ acre Arboretum. With the explosion of growth to the area, Gary’s vision quickly grew into 7200 sq.ft. of retail green house, 17500 sq.ft. of heated growing houses and over 8 acres of retail and production. In 2005, emus arrived on the property, with the idea of incorporating rescued animals expanding to goats, tropical birds, alpaca, donkey, sheep, and chickens.
2018 was a year of transition as Jon and his wife Jennifer took over the business. Ready to continue growing the legacy Jon's father had created.
To this day, Pender Pines continues to bring the highest quality of plant material, superior products, and customer service to the community.
Watering tip:
Water early in the day and give your plants a nice long soak. That way, they will have plenty of time to take in the water and won't get stressed during the heat of the day.
Our Products
Our Products
Available In-Store Only, No Online Orders
We offer a variety of gardening supplies including gloves, moisture meters, organic potting soils in various sizes, fertilizers, pesticides, and soil amendments. We also carry mulch and compost by the bag.
Soils & Mulch
Soils & Mulch
Pine Straw
Pine Straw
$6.99 per bale
$6.99 per bale
Wheat Straw
Wheat Straw
$6.99 per bale
$6.99 per bale
Mulch
Mulch
$4.99 per bag or 6/$26.99
$4.99 per bag or 6/$26.99
Cedar Much
Pine Bark Mulch
Shredded Hardwood
Cedar Much
Pine Bark Mulch
Shredded Hardwood
Pine Bark Nuggets
Mini Pine Bark Nuggets
Cypress Mulch
Pine Bark Nuggets
Mini Pine Bark Nuggets
Cypress Mulch
Forest Brown Mulch
Black Mulch
Forest Brown Mulch
Black Mulch
Pesticides, Fungicides & More
Pesticides, Fungicides & More
Pottery & Statuary
Pottery & Statuary
We carry pottery in a range of sizes and materials - terra cotta, ceramic, and plastic options. Indoor and outdoor options are available.
Other Tools & Such
Other Tools & Such
The Hookery
HANDMADE WROGHT IRON
Visit Us!
Visit Us!
20949 US Hwy. 17 N.
Hampstead, NC 28443
Need to talk to us? Call us at (910) 270-2706
Have questions or concerns? Email us!
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Plant Finder
Plant Finder
Annuals
Annuals
Available In-Store Only,
No Online Orders
There's nothing better than the gorgeous colors of annuals to brighten up your space. At Pender Pines, we sell annuals individually for use in your landscape or container gardens. We also offer containers and baskets with unique colors and textures that reflect the season.
Perennials
Perennials
Available In-Store Only,
No Online Orders
For gorgeous color in all shapes & sizes that will come back year after year, perennials are the way to go! Perennials often grow richer in color each year, developing strong root systems that can help improve soil quality and attract beneficial wildlife.
Vegetables & Herbs
Available In-Store Only,
No Online Orders
Keeping yourself and your family healthy is fun and easy when you incorporate veggies and herbs into your garden.
Natives
Natives
Available In-Store Only, No Online Orders
You can support pollinator populations by incorporating North Carolina natives back into your landscape. These beautiful plants are the champions of wildlife gardening, as they attract beneficial wildlife while adding beauty and function to your outdoor space.
Available In-Store Only, No Online Orders
You can support pollinator populations by incorporating North Carolina natives back into your landscape. These beautiful plants are the champions of wildlife gardening, as they attract beneficial wildlife while adding beauty and function to your outdoor space.
Trees & Shrubs
Trees & Shrubs
Available In-Store Only, No Online Orders
Pender Pines offers a wide variety of trees and shrubs that perform wonderfully in Coastal North Carolina. What sets us apart at Pender Pines is our selection. Whether you are looking for spring bloomers or fall showstoppers, we can help you select the trees and shrubs that will thrive in your landscape.
Houseplants
Houseplants
Available In-Store Only, No Online Orders
Liven up your home with beautiful plants that have a wide range of benefits. From plants that improve the quality of your air, to plants that improve the quality of your mood - houseplants are a wonderful way to make your home feel fresh and inviting.
Landscaping
Landscaping
Pender Pines has been offering Landscape Services for over 20 years. We cover areas from Leland to Jacksonville and everywhere in between. From the initial consultation to full installation, we offer the complete package to bring your dream landscape or hardscape to life!
Tony Penny heads up our Landscaping Division. A native North Carolinian, Tony has been in the Landscape Design industry for over 30 years. He can be reached at the store Tuesday through Saturday from 8am to 6pm by calling 910-270-2706. It is best to call and set up a consultation with Tony. He will either to come out to your home to do an on site consultation or you can bring in pictures or drawings with exposures and he will work with you at the store. There is no charge if you meet Tony at the store. There is a fee for Tony to come to your home. Tony and our crew can create a the perfect oasis for you and your family.
Seasonal Items & Events
Seasonal Items & Events
Native Plant List
Native Plant List
Shrubs
American Beautyberry
Arrowwood Viburnum
Buttonbush
Chokecherry
Highbush Blueberries
Inkberry
Red Buckeye
Sabal Minor
Southern Wax Myrtle
Sweet Pepperbush/Clethra
Virginia Sweetspire
Winterberry
Yaupon Holly
Trees
American Elderberry
American Holly
American Hophornbeam
Aronia Black Chokeberry
Atlantic White Cedar
Bald Cypress
Carolina Cherry Laurel
Dogwood
Eastern Red Cedar
Live Oak
Loblolly Bay
Longleaf Pine
Persimmon
Redbud
Red Maple
Riverbirch
Sabal Palm
Serviceberry
Southern Magnolia
Swamp Chestnut Oak
Sweetbay Magnolia
Willow Oak
Grasses
Native Perennials
Native Perennials
Allium
Amsonia- Bluestar
Aruncus- Goat's Beard
Astilbe
Baptisia-False Indigo
Blue Mistflower
Blue Wild Indigo
Butterfly Weed
Calico Aster
Columbine
Coral Bean
Coreopsis
Eastern Smooth Beardtongue
Echinacea-purple coneflower
Gallardia
Hooded Pitcher Plant
Joe Pyeweed
Liatris
Lily
Lobelia
Monarda-Beebalm
Penstemon
Phlox
Narrowleaf Sunflower
Rudbeckia
Seashore Mallow
Spotted Horsemint
Summer Phlox
Swamp Milkweed
Trailing Phlox
Venus Flytrap
Yucca-Adam's Needle
Bitter Panicum
Little Bluestream
Pink Muhly Grass
Switchgrass
Vines
Carolina Jasmine
Coral Honeysuckle
Climbing Aster
Cross Vine
Pender Pines FAQ's
Pender Pines FAQ's
Q:What should I use to amend my soil when planting trees and shrubs?
A: Either Black Cow Manure or Mushroom Compost. We carry both. They are $6.99 per bag. Use 1/3-1/2 bag per 3 gallon sized plant.
Q:What are your Hours?
A: We are open seven days a week, from 9am-5pm currently.
We are closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Years Day, and Easter.
Q: What is your plant guarantee policy?
A: We guarantee our trees and shrubs for 6 months from the day purchased. You must have both your receipt and the plant in order to get a replacement. One replacement per plant purchased. We guarantee the trees and shrubs that we install for one year. This does not include plants destroyed by any natural disaster. (hurricane, tornado, flood, fire, return of the dinosaurs etc)
Q: Do you deliver/install?
A: Yes, from Jacksonville to Wilmington for a fee. Delivery fees are based on location. Please inquire when at the checkout.
Q: Are the animals for sale or adoption?
A: No. All of our animals have come to us as rescues. They are not for sale or adoption.
Q: Do you sell Gift Certificates?
A: Yes, we are happy to mail them for you , keep them here for the recipient to pick up, or you can take them with you.
Q: What are the cat's names?
Poe Poe- the white one
Katniss- the tabby one
Q: Is it ok if I bring my dog?
A: Yes, as long as they are kept on a leash and under control. You must pick up after your dog. Please be aware that in the summertime our pavement can get extremely hot. Too hot for dog’s feet.