Carolina Wild Native Plant Nursery

Native plant perennial nursery. Top products: Native perennials, Native shrubs, Native vines, Pollinator-friendly wildflowers. Established in 2002, Carolina Wild is a family-owned and operated nursery based in Anderson, South Carolina, specializing in the propagation and sale of native plants adapted to the Southeastern United States. The nursery maintains a diverse inventory of over 100 species of native perennials, shrubs, and vines. Their production process focuses on sustainability, utilizing seeds and stock materials that are legally sourced or salvaged from imminent construction sites, ensuring that native habitats remain undisturbed. Carolina Wild caters to a wide customer base, ranging from novice gardeners to specialized collectors, and offers plants tailored for various ecological environments, including prairies, woodlands, and wetlands. They are particularly recognized for their wildlife-focused gardening solutions, offering species specifically selected to support butterflies, hummingbirds, and other local pollinators. The nursery utilizes specialized 5-inch deep 3.5-inch pots to promote superior root development, which helps plants achieve rapid establishment and increased heat and drought tolerance in the landscape. In addition to plant sales, their staff provides expert horticultural consultations to help customers match specific site conditions—such as sunlight exposure and moisture levels—with appropriate native plant species. They operate through a mix of direct nursery sales, shipping services, and curbside pickup.