The outdoor plant specialists at Tinga Nursery, located between Castle Hayne and Wilmington on Hwy. 133 have the answers to all your landscaping questions. With over 100 years in business, the staff at Tinga has a unique understanding of what it takes to plan, plant and maintain the kind of garden this area is famous for.
Owner Eelco Tinga, Jr. and his son Eelco Tinga, III are the third and fourth generations to operate this family run nursery and are proud to carry on the legacy of Eelco I. Tinga, who started the business in 1913. Still located on the same piece of land and making use of some of the original buildings, Tinga Nursery carries on the tradition of excellence by offering customers the kind of service and knowledge more common in days gone by.
Situated on over 30 acres of land just minutes from downtown Wilmington, Tinga Nursery makes good use of its space by growing nearly all plants on site. Tinga III noted a number of advantages to growing their own plants from seed or cuttings, most importantly, locally grown plants are acclimated to our climate. Another benefit is the year round availability of plants. In many garden centers a plant will only be available for a few short weeks during the year. Tinga is able to keep all of their products in stock year round.
Many family run companies benefit from the accumulated knowledge of years in the business and Tinga is no exception. The staff at Tinga are all North Carolina Certified Plant Professionals, ensuring they are well prepared to answer any customer’s questions. By taking the time to talk with customers, the staff learns about the sun, soil and moisture present in a customers yard ensuring “they can help find the right plant for the right place,” in Tinga Jr.’s words.
Finding the right plant couldn’t be easier at Tinga. The superb selections of plants are arranged in easy to navigate rows clearly labeled with the plants name, potential size and advice on the best growing conditions for the plant. This kind of organization is vital when dealing with the variety available at Tinga. From flowering shrubs like azaleas, hydrangeas and knock out roses, to edible plants like grapes, figs and blueberries. Tinga also carries a wide range of ornamental trees, shrubs, perennials and palms.
Armed with all of the information and plants needed for any project, but don’t forget to pick up pine straw, fertilizer and mulch to keep your new plants healthy and looking great. With delivery service available for large orders, Tinga is a one-stop shop for landscaping projects large and small.
Tinga Nursery is less than 10 minutes from downtown Wilmington, just 3 miles north on Hwy. 133, and is easily accessible from both Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. and I-140. For more information or any questions call 910-762-1975, email info@tinganursery.com or visit Tinga’s web site, www.tinganursery.com.
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