Asheville’s Favorite Garden Center & Plant Nursery

Rooted in WNC Since 1988

B.B. Barns is your one-stop garden center and nursery for the best selection of plants providing seasonal color, natives for pollinators, veggie starts and herbs, shrubs with year-round interest, trees for screening and focal points, and everything in between. 

Welcome to your neighborhood garden center, where expert advice meets local charm! No matter if you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting your hands in the soil for the first time, we’re here to help you grow with confidence. Our team of plant enthusiasts is rooted right here in the Asheville area, and we take pride in offering regionally-suited plants, tools, and guidance that set you up for success in every season.

From native perennials and pollinator favorites to vegetables, herbs, and trees that thrive in our mountain climate, our curated selection is designed with your garden goals in mind. Stop in for inspiration, plant something new, or simply chat with folks who love growing things as much as you do. Let’s dig in together.

  • Annuals
  • Perennials (including natives)
  • Herbs
  • Veggie Starts
  • Shrubs
  • Trees
  • Houseplants & Tropicals
  • Seeds
  • Bulbs

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Annuals Petuias

Colorful Annuals

Add instant color and charm to your outdoor space with our vibrant selection of annuals. From cheerful bedding plants to lush hanging baskets and beautifully designed pre-planted containers, these seasonal showstoppers are perfect for brightening up porches, patios, and garden beds.

Perennial Coreopsis

Perennials

Build a garden that gets better year after year with our diverse array of perennials. We carry sun- and shade-loving varieties that are right at home in your Asheville-area yard, including a strong focus on native plants and pollinator favorites. When you want long-blooming color, interesting textures, and reliable groundcovers, our perennials help you craft a garden with lasting impact.

Find a huge assortment of shrubs and trees at B.B. Barns

Shrubs & Trees

Create a landscape that’s both beautiful and functional with our wide selection of shrubs and trees. From hardy native species and elegant conifers to flowering shrubs, classic roses, and fruit-bearing trees, we offer options that bring year-round interest and structure to your garden. Whether you’re dreaming of a vibrant privacy screen, a shady retreat, or a homegrown harvest, you’ll find everything you need to plant with purpose and style.

Roses

Roses

You’ll appreciate our wide selection of roses, from timeless favorites to modern classics, such as show-stopping hybrid teas, colorful and carefree floribundas, and romantic climbing roses. We have all the varieties that will inspire every gardener. Miniature roses are perfect for containers or small spaces. For naturalistic landscapes, explore our hardy shrub roses and the richly fragrant, English-style David Austin® varieties. Stop by and find the perfect rose to add beauty, fragrance, and charm to your garden.

Orchids

Houseplants & Tropicals

Bring the beauty of the garden indoors with our vibrant selection of houseplants. First-time plant parent? Avid collector? You’ll find everything from easy-care favorites to rare and unusual finds. We also offer a thoughtful variety of air-purifying and pet-friendly selections so everyone in your home can breathe a little easier and live a little greener.

Find premium seeds and bulbs at B.B. Barns

Seeds & Bulbs

Start something special with our seasonal selection of seeds and bulbs. From heirloom vegetables and pollinator-friendly wildflowers to dazzling spring and summer bulbs, we make it easy to grow your garden from the ground up. Whether you’re sowing now or planning ahead, there’s always something new to plant.

B.B. Barns Rewards

When you’re a B.B. Barns Rewards member, the benefits are many, starting with exclusive access to store-wide sales!

As a B.B. Barns Rewards member, you’ll enjoy all kinds of perks…

  • Access to exclusive store-wide sales!
  • Discounted Multi-plant Pricing on our most popular plants, shrubs, and trees
  • Free Delivery with $2,500+ purchase, within 25 miles of store
  • Receipt Tracking; no more worrying about lost receipts!

Check out just some of our inventory in our online store!

While we don’t have everything online, this is a great way to see and shop for some of our most popular plants, shrubs, trees, care products, gift cards, and more! Products shown here are available for in-store pick up and local delivery (exceptions may apply).

Now offering online-exclusive plants shipped directly to you!

Everyone Could Use a Garden Coach!

Want help with a yard or garden refresh, new foundation plantings, or ideas for improving your outdoor living space? Our Garden Coaching program is made just for you!

B.B. Barns offers garden coaching services for homeowners in Asheville, NC, and surrounding areas.

  • Location review and assessment
  • Plant identification and location requirements
  • Planning and plant recommendations
  • Plant selecting
  • Coordinating installation
  • Care instructions

Upcoming Events

Join us for informative seminars and workshops led by our own experts and guest speakers.

<strong>Houseplant 101</strong> Free Seminar

2026-09-19 10:00:00

- 2026-09-19 11:00:00

Houseplant 101 Free Seminar

Curious about houseplants but not sure where to start? Join us for Houseplant 101, a fun and informative seminar designed especially for new plant parents and anyone looking to build confidence in indoor gardening.
No upcoming events
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Plant Fruit Trees in Fall for a Sweet Start

Plant Fruit Trees in Fall for a Sweet Start

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Fall Lawn Care Tips for a Beautiful Spring Yard

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How to Save Seeds from Your Blooms

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Fall Veggie Seeds: What to Direct Sow

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Fall Flower Seeds: The Secret to Spring Flowers!

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