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Pender Pines Garden Center

20949 US Hwy. 17 N.

Hampstead, NC 28443

Sales For The Week Of

March 15th-March 21st

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Lawn grass for banners. Grass - stock vector
Lawn grass for banners. Grass - stock vector

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.

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Pests
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Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Fertilizers & Soil Amendments

Watering Tools

Watering Tools

Soils & Mulch

Soils & Mulch

Pine Straw on Ground

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
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Shredded cedar bark mulch with tinge of red
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Shredded Pine Bark for Mulching.
Wood Chips

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

Birding

Birding

  • Bird Houses
  • Bird Feeders
  • Bird Seed
  • Hummingbird Supplies
Bird Seed

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

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Lawn care

Lawn care

Herbicides

Herbicides

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Aphid or Plant Lice, Vintage Engraving

Insecticide

Insecticide

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Pomace Fly Vintage Illustration
Beetle Insect Illustration
Pill Bug Illustration

Fungicide

Fungicide

Multipurpose

Multipurpose

European Roe Deer, Capreolus Capreolus, 3 Years Old

Animal Repellents

Animal Repellents

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

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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.

Blooming Yellow Marigolds
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Dahlia

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.

Purple salvia flowers
Echinacea

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.

Green Herbal Plants
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Monarch Orange Butterfly

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.

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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.

Landscape Designs Blueprints

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


Helpful Lists

Helpful Lists

Click here for access to all of our plant and gardening information in one convenient place.

Click here for access to all of our plant and gardening information in one convenient place.

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Information

Information

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-6pm currently.

We are closed 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 out pavement can get extremely hot. Too hot for dog’s feet.