Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Center for Locally-Grown Plants & Expert Landscaping Services
Signal Mountain Nursery is a family-owned and operated garden center that has served the Chattanooga area for over 70 years. Our commitment to customer service and high-quality plant material remains unwavering since our founding in 1947 as Parry Nurseries. We grow over 90% of our plants locally on Signal Mountain, ensuring freshness and quality while offering unique varieties unavailable elsewhere. Our knowledgeable staff provides expert guidance on plant selection, landscape design, and gardening needs, supported by a curated selection of soils, mulches, and fertilizers. The nursery features a gift boutique with decorative gardening items and home accents, enhancing our customers' outdoor living spaces.With three generations of horticultural expertise, we operate 45 greenhouses and maintain a garden-like atmosphere that inspires creative landscaping solutions. Our landscape design and maintenance divisions offer comprehensive services including irrigation, drainage, stone work, and seasonal cleanups. We pride ourselves on blending aesthetic vision with practical solutions to exceed client expectations for residential and commercial properties. Our history of innovation includes pioneering daylily cultivation and introducing over 30 proprietary plant varieties. Today, we continue to combine tradition with modern techniques to deliver exceptional plants and services that transform outdoor spaces.
Services
Landscape Design
Irrigation Installation
Plant Installation
Sod Lawn Installation
Drainage Solutions
Container Plantings
Annual Beds
Stone Patios
Retaining Walls
Mulching
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We've served Chattanooga with locally-grown plants for over 70 years
- Over 90% of our plants are grown on Signal Mountain
- Knowledgeable staff provides expert gardening and design assistance
- Full-service landscaping division for complete outdoor transformations
- Family-owned business with three generations of horticultural expertise
What people say
Beautiful locally-grown plants
Expert gardening advice
Family-owned charm
Professional landscaping team
Unique gift selections
Services
Landscape Design
Our professional designers create customized outdoor spaces that blend aesthetics with functionality. We consider your property's unique characteristics, personal style, and budget to develop sustainable landscapes. Services include site analysis, plant selection, and hardscape design for both residential and commercial properties.
Plant Installation
We specialize in proper planting techniques for trees, shrubs, and perennials that ensure long-term health. Our team considers soil conditions, sunlight exposure, and water requirements when installing plants. We offer seasonal planting services for annuals and specialty installations for tropical and native species.
Irrigation Systems
Our irrigation experts design and install efficient watering systems tailored to your landscape needs. We offer smart controller technology, drip irrigation, and sprinkler system repairs. Regular maintenance services ensure optimal water usage and plant health throughout the growing season.
Drainage Solutions
We address water accumulation issues through French drains, dry wells, and grading solutions. Our team identifies problem areas and implements effective drainage systems to protect foundations and landscaping. Services include both residential and commercial drainage improvement projects.
Seasonal Maintenance
Our maintenance division offers comprehensive seasonal services including spring cleanups, fall leaf removal, and winter preparation. We provide regular lawn care, pruning, and pest control services. Custom maintenance plans ensure year-round beauty for residential and commercial properties.
People
Laurel Parry Steele
Co-Owner
Third-generation nursery professional with over 40 years of horticultural experience. Graduated from Middle Tennessee State University and helped transition Parry Nurseries to Signal Mountain Nursery in 1977. Specializes in plant propagation and nursery operations.
David Steele
Co-Owner
Agricultural research expert with University of Georgia experience. Co-founded Signal Mountain Nursery in 1977 after returning from Calhoun, GA. Focuses on business operations and long-term nursery development while maintaining hands-on involvement in plant cultivation.
Kim Bonastia
Manager
Third-generation nursery leader with extensive knowledge of local plant varieties. Manages daily operations at Signal Mountain Nursery alongside her husband Mark. Specializes in customer relations and inventory management for both plants and gift shop merchandise.
Mark Bonastia
Landscape Division Manager
Supervises all landscaping projects and maintenance contracts. Brings technical expertise to landscape design and installation while overseeing a team of skilled professionals. Available for consultations at extension 1 of the nursery's main phone line.
Questions
What makes Signal Mountain Nursery's plants different?
We grow over 90% of our plants locally on Signal Mountain, ensuring freshness and regional adaptability. This allows us to offer unique varieties not found at other nurseries.
Do you offer landscaping services for commercial properties?
Yes, our landscape division serves both residential and commercial clients with design, installation, and maintenance services tailored to each property's specific needs.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, debit cards, and cash payments at our nursery location. Payment options for landscaping contracts can be discussed with our team.
Are your landscaping services available year-round?
Our landscaping team works year-round, offering seasonal services including winter plantings, spring cleanups, summer maintenance, and fall preparations.
What are your gift boutique's operating hours?
The gift boutique follows our regular nursery hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday 9am-5pm, and closed Sundays during our regular season.
How do you handle large property maintenance?
Our maintenance division specializes in large-scale projects including brush clearing, tree removal, and overgrowth management for properties of all sizes.
