Shady Characters

Shady Woodland Perennial Nursery. Top products: Hostas, Heucheras, Tiarellas, Ferns, Hardy Gingers. Shady Characters is a family-owned nursery located in Aiken, South Carolina, dedicated to the cultivation and sale of herbaceous perennials specifically adapted for shade and woodland garden environments. Initially founded with a focus on Hostas, the nursery has significantly broadened its catalog to include companion plants such as Heucheras, Tiarellas, ferns, and various species of hardy gingers, along with a selection of rare and hard-to-find plant varieties. A core component of their horticultural operation is the use of on-site display beds, where plants are rigorously trialed to ensure their performance and resilience within the specific climate of the South Carolina midlands. This method allows the nursery to provide customers with visual evidence of mature plant development and practical design applications for Southern landscapes. The nursery serves local homeowners and garden enthusiasts, emphasizing climate-tested plant health and selection.