Green A Thumb Guide to Patrick County

By Grace Cooper

Daffodils, budding trees, and longer days mean it’s time to break ground on a new garden bed or get the yard ready for summer. Young or old, gardening is a great pastime for anyone and the perfect excuse to spend time outside in the sunshine and fresh air. And whether you’re creating beautiful flower beds or a hardy vegetable garden, you can find everything you need here in Patrick County! The greenhouses, garden stores, and other growers can help you start any project no matter the size.

Ararat is a small community located on the southwest side of Patrick County, only a few minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Mount Airy, NC. Ararat is a beautiful community filled with scenic views, winding backroads, and fun things to do. Boyd’s Restaurant, Dan River Grocery, and Claudville Cafe are great places to eat while in Ararat. Local attractions include Doe Run Farms, Laurel Hill - The JEB Stuart Birthplace, and the Willis Gap Community Center Open Jam. There are four greenhouses located within ten minutes of each other.

Puckett Greenhouses is a wholesale and retail nursery supply, greenhouse manufacturing, and plant-growing operation. Puckett Greenhouses is a family-owned business established in 1980. It stocks a large variety of grow plugs, bedding plants, ferns, trees, shrubbery, hanging baskets, potted plants, and some rooted cuttings. Puckett’s also offers an extensive line of grower supplies for small or large growing operations including soils, pots, trays, inserts, and tags. Puckett’s can also help you start your own greenhouse as they offset packages for both hobby gardeners and large-scale operations. You can find Puckett Greenhouses at 1461 Green Spring Road, Ararat, VA. They are open Monday through Friday all year round.

Montgomery’s Greenhouse is a small, family-owned, and operated greenhouse that sells a variety of herbs, vegetables, flowers, and house plants. This greenhouse also creates beautiful hanging baskets, potted flower arrangements, and succulent arrangements that make great gifts for Mother’s Day and other special occasions. All arrangements are artfully created and come in a variety of sizes. Succulent arrangements from Montgomery’s Greenhouse can be found at the Concord Corner Store in Meadows of Dan. You can find Montgomery’s Greenhouse at 1661 Raven Rock Road, Ararat, VA. They are open Monday through Saturday year-round.

Hall’s Plants is a greenhouse that sells a large variety of plants, garden supplies, and garden decor. Hall’s has a great selection of garden flags, wind chimes, hanging baskets, and porch planters that are perfect for Mother’s Day and other special occasions. Hall’s Plants is located at 987 Doe Run Road, Ararat, VA. They are open Monday through Saturday.

Lee’s Greenery is a locally owned and operated greenhouse with friendly staff and a great selection of plants for all gardens. Gardeners will find a variety of vegetable, herb, and flower plants for sale. Lee’s sells a variety of hanging baskets that make great Mother’s Day gifts. Lee’s is located at 49 Marigold Lane, Ararat, VA.

Doe Run Farm is a must-stop for all sunflower lovers!

Doe Run Farm has been creating mazes on their farm since 2006. Their Fall sunflower maze is perfect for all ages to explore. Doe Run Farm also offers hayrides, pumpkin bowling, and pick-your-own flower bouquets. You can find Doe Run Farm at 214 Marigold Lane, Ararat, VA.

Terre à Terre Farm is a small, family-owned flower farm located in Claudville. This farm sells a variety of seasonal cut flowers, woody ornamentals, and herbs. Terre à Terre offers bouquet subscriptions on its website. Check out their website at www.tatflowerfarm.com for more information.

The Town of Stuart is located in the center of Patrick County and is thirty minutes away from the cities of Martinsville and Mount Airy, NC. There is plenty to check out along Stuart’s historic Main Street like Mattie B’s boutique, Mt. Joy Naturals, and the Hatteras Pearl. For food, the Coffee Break Cafe, Leonardo’s Pizzeria & Bistro, Tony’s Pizza, and Uptown Stagecoach are perfect places to stop for a great meal. The Town of Stuart is also home to the annual Strawberry Festival, the First Friday’s Summer Jam concert series, and Front Porch Fest.

All Seasons - All Seasons is a locally owned and operated garden store that sells local produce, landscaping supplies, and flowers. All Seasons carries a large variety of hanging baskets and potted plants that make a beautiful addition to any landscape. All Seasons is a great place to shop for unique gifts for your garden, home, or someone special. You can find All Seasons at 21581 JEB Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA.

Round Hill Plants is a small greenhouse nursery that was founded in 2009. Round Hill sells a variety of hanging baskets, container plants, and vegetable plants at local farmers’ markets and their online store. Round Hill ships anywhere within the continental United States. Check out their website at www. roundhillplants.com.

Mt. Joy Naturals specializes in high-quality CBD, Delta 8, and Delta 9 products. They carry a large selection of wellness supplements, bath products, edibles, and growing supplies. Growers can find specialty soils, fertilizers, lights, and grow tents along with friendly staff who are happy to answer any questions. Mt. Joy also carries a selection of heirloom vegetable seeds to help start your garden. You can find Mt. Joy Naturals at 135 N Main Street, Stuart, VA. They are open Tuesday through Saturday each week.