Welcome to Rainfrost Nursery.com - Rainfrost is a retail nursery- garden center and gift shop located in the historic New London community of Bedford Co., Va. Just 1 1/2 miles off highway 460 - we are minutes away from Lynchburg and less than an hours drive from Roanoke. Need directions ? Give us a call at 434-525-3107.
retail nursery hours are: Mon. thru Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-5 and Sun. 12-4
434-525-3107
Our thanks to everyone who joined us Sat. April 19th for our Earth Day celebration ! Customers who purchased a tree were invited to enter a drawing for a free 15 gal. tree to be donated to the school of their choice.
The Winning school was : James River Day School.
Congratulations and Happy Earth Day !
Rainfrost Nursery is where your landscape begins ! From bedding plants in season to perennials, shrubs, trees and structural evergreens we are your one stop garden center. We also carry a good assortment of potting soils, fertilizers, mulches, planters and more.
Our Mission Statement:
At Rainfrost Nursery we are dedicated to providing a wide assortment of high quality plant material for your landscape. With over 2 acres of stock there truely is something for everyone at Rainfrost. The rewards of gardening are many: reduced erosion, cleaner air and water, an increase in property value, and an excellent form of exercise as well as emotional satisfaction ~ we at Rainfrost believe this and we strive to pass along these beliefs to our customers.
JUST ARRIVED...New Shipment of : geraniums, hanging basket ferns, windmill palms, japanese maples, magnolias, boxwoods, camellias, otto luyken laurels and a large selection of perennials ! Trucks arriving weekly. Come see us !
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Just a few of the many plants we regularly stock and some of our top sellers:
Japanese Maples ~ from 3 gal. containerized plants to b&b stock we carry a good selection of palmatums, dissectums, green and red leaf varieties. Grown for their dramatic foliage they can be the stars of any garden. We feel sure there is a maple for most any landscape and most any budget.
Southern Magnolia ~ These large evergreens are an excellent choice for specimen plantings.
Otto Luyken laurel ~ is possibly one of the most sought after plants for foundations. A broad-leaf evergreen that fits in nicely with most all other plantings.
Knockout Roses ~ a great shrub rose which has proven to be easy care and self cleaning with good disease resistance.
Crape Myrtles ~ in all colors and forms from multi-trunked to single stems. Great for a huge splash of late summer color and beautiful winter bark that is often exfoliating.
Hardy Gardenias ~ beautiful evergreen foliage and creamy white, fragrant flowers. ( ALWAYS plant gardenias with protection from sweeping Winter winds ).
Camellias ~ spring and fall blooming varieties.
Perennials ~ plants for all situations.
Ornamental grasses, large b&b and potted shade trees, a large selection of holly from low growing ground huggers to upright specimens, ornamental shrubs , boxwood, ... the list goes on... come see for yourself... one of our sales staff will be happy to guide you through and help you with the many choices.
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Remember the heat of last Summer ? Think shade trees for your new or existing home . Our shade tree collection includes various cultivars of ash, beech, birch, honeylocust, maple, oak, and zelkova, as well as others. We carry shade trees in sizes from 7 to 20 ft.and offer these in containers and as B&B material.Whether you are starting a new landscape or adding to an existing we have shade trees to meet your needs. Beautiful fall foliage is an added bonus. Looking for ornamental flowering trees ? Make your choices from: 'cleveland select' pears, 'kwansan', 'yoshino', 'autumnalis' and the ever popular 'weeping' cherries, plums, styrax, stewartia and several varieties of crabapples.
Need a screen or hedge ? 'Green Giant' arborvitae has so far proven to be deer resistant and can often take the place of leyland cypress. The deep green foliage takes on a burgundy hue in Winter and is beautiful draped in snow... fast growing to around 30' these plants are real winners.
Planning a perennial garden or to incorporate perennials in with other plantings ? Its a great time of year to plant perennials. Let Rainfrost Nursery be your first stop - we have a good selection of perennials that include plants for sun or shade, deer resistant plants, plants to attract butterflies and hummingbirds and plants for cutting. Add some color to your yard now.The coreopsis blooms a striking yellow that adds a splash of color to any landscape. 'May Night' salvia is drought and deer tolerant when established. The 'goldstrum' rudbeckia and coneflowers are tough and reliable and make great cut flowers that hold up well in water.
Start your perennial garden today.... add a backdrop of ornamental grasses or evergreens and watch your garden come alive with color and texture....
Looking for a face lift for your homes entrance? Make a statement with a planted topiary. Underplanted with blooming annuals these topiaries will surely standout in your neighborhood.
While you're out browse our gift shop for some unique gift ideas that are sure to please; and purchase a Rainfrost Nursery gift certificate for that special gardener on your list. Our shop is home to a large collection of 'Byers Choice' carolers, 'Dionis' hand and body lotions, garden flags for all occassions, 'Foxgloves', 'Woodstock' wind chimes, slate and garden stones, gazing balls, birdbaths, garden tools, planters, window boxes and 'McHutcheons' delicious jams, jellies, relishes and butters.
Rainfrost Nursery Gift Certificates make GREAT gifts.... and are available in any dollar amount !! Give us a call ***525-3107... we will be most happy to mail out a gift certificate to that special someone if you are not in the area.
At the present time we are open 7 days a week for your shopping convenience. Come out and see us !
Monday thru Friday 9-6 ... Sat. 9-5 and Sun. 12-4
Keep in mind that regular, deep watering during the first growing season helps plants to establish deep and extensive root systems.... the number one reason for plant loss is underwatering ! Take care of your investments and pay close attention to water and fertilizer needs... you will in turn be rewarded for years to come.
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We use, recommend and offer for sale OSMOCOTE brand , slow release fertilizer.
As always mulch is available for pick-up or delivery..... give us a call today. !! We would love to hear from you... or better yet - ride on out and see us we're easy to find and we're just waiting to help you dress your yard.
Need directions.... not a problem... give us a call we will gladly lead you here... and show you around when you arrive... 434-525-3107. We look forward to seeing you.
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