Let’s not beat around the bush — it’s National Houseplant Appreciation Day.

Studies have shown filling your home with plants can lower stress, improve mental health, and boost productivity.

Whether you have a green thumb or you’re ready to turn over a new leaf, here are six standout spots to shop from.

Flora, 428 B Haywood Rd. | This full-service floral design studio is a veritable oasis of plants. We especially like its fresh flower subscription service.
Rosarina Plant Shop | What began as a mobile plant shop in 2019 has grown into five locations downtown. Bonus? A portion of its sales are donated monthly to Asheville's Racial Justice Coalition.
Palm and Pine, 178-B Westwood Pl. | Find an impressive array of plants and accessories at this West Asheville spot, which ships nationwide and also offers a plant club subscription service.
BB Barnes, 3377 Sweeten Creek Rd., Arden | Whether you want plants, flowers, trees, or gardening products, there's a great chance you'll find it at this 4-acre gardening super center.
Rose's Garden Shop, 211 Charlotte St. | Find an assortment of unusual plants and vintage and antique accessories at this welcoming spot.
Chlorophyll, 585 Haywood Rd. | This West Asheville oasis offers landscape shrubbery, trees, house plants, and garden starts, as well as pottery and potting soils.
Reems Creek Nursery, 76 Monticello Rd., Weaverville | From rare finds and everyday delights at this Weaverville spot that's been in business since 1979.