Hillis Nursery Co., Inc.

Wholesale nursery

Welcome

to Hillis Nursery

Located in McMinnville, TN

For more than five decades, Hillis Nursery Co. Inc. has been providing the wholesale nursery industry with robust and healthy plants. Our company takes pride in presenting customers with bareroot plants, including flowering trees and shrubs, native trees and shrubs, wildflowers, ferns, ground covers, vines, as well as fruit and nut trees. These offerings come in various sizes to cater to your diverse requirements.

 

 
 
 
 

Wholesale ONLY!

Our company has a $750.00 minimum order!

Explore our Products

Wildflowers & Ferns

Native wildflowers and ferns are essential components of local ecosystems, providing habitat and food for pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. Wildflowers, with their vibrant colors and seasonal blooms, add beauty to natural landscapes while supporting biodiversity. Ferns, known for their delicate, feathery fronds, thrive in shaded, moist environments and contribute to soil health and forest understories. Both plant types play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance, preventing soil erosion, and enhancing the natural beauty of woodlands, meadows, and wetlands.

Flowering Shrubs & Hedges

Flowering shrubs and hedge plants add beauty, structure, and function to landscapes. Flowering shrubs, such as hydrangeas, lilacs, and crape myrtle, produce vibrant blooms that attract pollinators and provide seasonal interest. Hedge plants, like privet, and holly, create natural barriers for privacy, wind protection, and wildlife habitat. Both types contribute to soil stabilization, improve air quality, and enhance biodiversity, making them valuable additions to gardens and natural spaces.

Live Stakes

Live stakes are cuttings from woody plants, such as willows and dogwoods, that are planted directly into the soil to establish new growth. These stakes take root and grow into mature plants, making them an effective, natural solution for erosion control, streambank stabilization, and habitat restoration. Live stakes are easy to plant, require minimal maintenance, and help improve soil structure while supporting biodiversity by providing food and shelter for wildlife.

Shade & Ornamentals

Shade and ornamental trees enhance landscapes with their beauty, structure, and environmental benefits. Shade trees, such as maples, oaks, and elms, provide cooling relief, reduce energy costs, and improve air quality. Ornamental trees, like dogwoods, redbuds, and magnolias, add aesthetic appeal with vibrant flowers, colorful foliage, or unique shapes. Both types contribute to biodiversity, offer habitat for wildlife, and help prevent soil erosion, making them essential for healthy and sustainable environments.

Ground Covers, Vines & Bulbs

Groundcovers, vines, and bulbs add beauty, texture, and ecological benefits to landscapes. Groundcovers, such as euonymus, help prevent soil erosion, suppress weeds, and provide lush greenery. Vines, like wisteria, climb structures or spread across the ground, offering vertical interest and habitat for pollinators. Bulbs, including daylilies, bring seasonal bursts of color and perennial charm. Together, these plants enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, and create dynamic, low-maintenance landscapes.
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Fruit Trees & Small Fruit

Fruit trees are trees that bear edible fruits, providing nourishment for humans, wildlife, and pollinators. Common varieties include apples, peach, and pear trees, each offering seasonal harvests rich in flavor and nutrients. These trees play a vital role in ecosystems by supporting biodiversity, improving air quality, and preventing soil erosion. Their blossoms attract bees and butterflies, while their fruits sustain birds and mammals. In addition to their ecological benefits, fruit trees enhance landscapes with their beautiful flowers, lush foliage, and bountiful yields.

Nut Trees

Nut trees are valuable trees that produce edible nuts, providing food for wildlife and humans while contributing to ecosystem health. Common varieties include walnut, pecan, hazelnut, and chestnut trees, each offering nutrient-rich harvests. These trees support biodiversity by attracting pollinators and providing habitats for birds and small mammals. In addition to their ecological benefits, nut trees help prevent soil erosion, improve air quality, and add beauty to landscapes with their lush foliage and seasonal changes.

Evergreens

Evergreens are trees and shrubs that retain their foliage year-round, providing constant greenery and shelter for wildlife. They include species like pines, cedar, and arborvitae. Evergreens play a vital role in ecosystems by preventing soil erosion, offering winter habitat for animals, and acting as windbreaks. Their resilience and ability to photosynthesize even in colder months make them essential for maintaining forest health and landscape beauty throughout the seasons.

Our Customers

For garden centers and pot operations, we have a selection of finished bare root plants to meet your containerizing requirements and boost spring and early summer sales.

Additionally, we offer plants for reforestation projects, wetland plantings, and wildlife plots.