Plant Nursery & Landscaping Services in Swannanoa, NC

In the heart of the Swannanoa Valley, Unicorn Farm Nursery & Landscaping brings mountain landscapes to life for homeowners, builders, and property managers across the region. From established neighborhoods near Warren Wilson College to private homes tucked along winding mountain roads, we design and install resilient landscapes built for Swannanoa’s specific conditions—compact clay soils, rolling terrain, heavy rainfall events, and late-season cold snaps.

Our focus is simple: create plantings and outdoor spaces that are both beautiful and biologically appropriate for the Swannanoa Valley.

Swannanoa Neighborhoods We Serve

We provide plant nursery and landscaping services across Swannanoa and nearby communities, including:

• Bee Tree & Bee Tree Road corridor

• Grovemont

• Warren Wilson area

• Alexander Road & New Salem Road areas

• Old Highway 70 & River Road communities

• Rural properties throughout the Swannanoa Valley

• Surrounding Buncombe County neighborhoods

Our Services in Swannanoa

• Plant Nursery
  Locally grown native and climate-adapted plants grown right here in Swannanoa.

• Landscaping Services
  Sustainable landscape design and installation tailored to mountain homes, sloped lots, and rural properties.

• Horticultural Consulting
  Site-specific recommendations addressing drainage challenges, sun exposure, soil structure, and plant compatibility.

Landscaping Designed for Swannanoa’s Conditions

Properties in Swannanoa often face environmental variables that require thoughtful planning. With landscapes stretching from the Swannanoa River flats to the elevated slopes overlooking Bee Tree Reservoir, each property presents its own climate and drainage rhythm. Our work is built around these realities:

• Dense Clay Soils & Drainage Challenges
  Soil analysis, organic soil conditioning, structural amendments, grading adjustments, and strategic drainage solutions.

• Sloped Lots & Water Runoff
  Erosion control planning, terracing, native groundcovers, deep-rooted perennials, and rain garden integration.

• Variable Mountain Weather
  Cold-hardy native species, adaptable plant palettes, and layout strategies that account for frost pockets and wind exposure.

• Wildlife & Deer Browsing
  Resistant plant selections, layered design strategies, and integrated pest management approaches.

• Rural Property Considerations
  Low-maintenance plantings, naturalistic designs, and long-term sustainability planning for larger parcels.

Local Knowledge for Swannanoa Landscapes

Working throughout the Swannanoa Valley gives us direct insight into the region’s soil composition, rainfall patterns, and microclimates. Many of our clients come to us after struggling with plants that failed due to improper placement, poor drainage, or species not suited for mountain conditions.

Our approach prioritizes:

• Regionally appropriate plant selection

• Long-term soil health

• Functional drainage planning

• Designs that mature gracefully over time

The result is a landscape that feels natural to its setting and improves year after year.

Whether you’re planning a new landscape or searching for locally grown plants that thrive in Swannanoa’s valley climate, our team is here to help—contact us today to get started.