Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Local Nursery & Landscaping Experts in Chattanooga
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 1977, building on a legacy that traces back to Parry Nurseries established in 1947. We specialize in locally-grown plants, with over 90% of our inventory cultivated on Signal Mountain, ensuring freshness and quality unmatched by competitors. Our knowledgeable staff provides expert guidance on plant selection, landscape design, and gardening needs, supported by a comprehensive range of soils, mulches, and fertilizers. The nursery features a diverse selection of flowering annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, and tropical plants, complemented by a gift shop offering unique gardening and decorative items.Our landscape division offers custom design, installation, and maintenance services, addressing everything from water features to drainage solutions. The maintenance team provides year-round care, including lawn maintenance, pruning, and overgrowth management. We prioritize a garden-like shopping atmosphere that inspires customers while offering practical solutions for their outdoor spaces. Our U-Pick flower garden provides seasonal access to fresh-cut flowers, enhancing our community-focused approach. Three generations of the Parry-Steele-Bonastia family have expanded the nursery from two greenhouses to 45, creating a vibrant destination for gardening enthusiasts.
Services
Landscaping Design
Plant Sales
Garden Maintenance
U-Pick Flowers
Gift Shop Retail
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We've served Chattanooga with locally-grown plants for over 70 years
- 90% of our plants are grown on Signal Mountain for maximum freshness
- Expert staff provides personalized plant selection and landscape design guidance
- Full-service landscaping division handles projects from design to installation
- Seasonal U-Pick garden offers unique fresh-cut flower experiences
What people say
Beautiful locally-grown plants
Expert staff knowledge
Creative landscape designs
Unique gift selections
Seasonal U-Pick experience
Services
Landscaping Design
Custom landscape design and installation services create tailored outdoor spaces. Our professionals address drainage, hardscaping, and plant selection to blend aesthetics with functionality. Clients receive personalized plans that maximize property potential through creative, sustainable solutions.
Plant Sales
Extensive inventory of locally-grown plants includes annuals, perennials, trees, and tropical varieties. Over 90% of stock cultivated on-site ensures freshness and quality. Knowledgeable staff provides expert advice on plant care and compatibility for residential and commercial applications.
Garden Maintenance
Comprehensive maintenance programs cover seasonal cleanups, pruning, and pest control. Services include lawn care, tree trimming, and overgrowth management. Flexible scheduling options accommodate both one-time projects and annual contracts for consistent property upkeep.
U-Pick Flowers
Seasonal flower-picking experience available summer through fall. Visitors select 20-30 stems from zinnias, celosia, and specialty varieties. Includes souvenir cup and guided instructions. Promotes hands-on engagement with our horticultural offerings while creating personalized floral arrangements.
Gift Shop Retail
Curated boutique offering rotating selections of gardening tools, decor, and home accessories. Products complement outdoor living spaces while providing functional and decorative options. Regularly updated inventory ensures fresh choices for gift-giving and personal enjoyment.
People
Laurel Parry Steele
Co-Owner
Third-generation nursery operator with over 45 years of horticultural experience. Transitioned from academic agriculture research to full-time nursery management in 1977. Maintains deep knowledge of plant cultivation and business operations.
David Steele
Co-Owner
Agricultural research background from University of Georgia. Partnered with Laurel in 1977 to expand nursery operations. Oversees technical aspects of plant production and greenhouse management with decades of hands-on experience.
Kim Bonastia
Manager
Third-generation steward managing daily operations since 2000. Combines inherited expertise with modern business practices. Coordinates staff and services across 45 greenhouses while maintaining customer service standards established by founders.
Mark Bonastia
Landscape Director
Licensed landscape professional with 20+ years of project management experience. Oversees design and installation teams. Specializes in creating functional outdoor spaces that integrate with architectural elements and natural terrain features.
Questions
What services does Signal Mountain Nursery offer?
We provide landscaping design/installation, plant sales, garden maintenance, U-Pick flowers, and gift retail services.
How long has the nursery been in business?
The current Signal Mountain Nursery was founded in 1977, continuing a horticultural legacy that began with Parry Nurseries in 1947.
Are plants actually grown locally?
Yes, over 90% of our inventory is cultivated on Signal Mountain to ensure freshness and quality.
What makes your landscaping services unique?
Our designers combine generational expertise with site-specific solutions to create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces.
Is the U-Pick flower garden seasonal?
Yes, our U-Pick operation runs summer through fall with zinnias, celosia, and specialty varieties.
Do you offer gift shop services?
Our rotating boutique selection includes gardening tools, decor, and home accessories for all occasions.
