Planning a visit, choosing a plant, or trying to solve a garden problem? Below are answers to some of the questions we hear most often at Bobby & Lynn’s Plant Farm in Dallas, Georgia.
We grow plants for Southern yards and provide honest, practical advice based on our own experience. Click a question below to open the answer.
Visiting Bobby & Lynn’s Plant Farm
When are you open for the season?
We typically open in early to mid-April, depending on the weather, and remain open through Memorial Day weekend. No appointment is needed for our seasonal hours
Our regular seasonal hours are:
Thursday and Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
Because our opening date depends on the weather and plant readiness, please check our website, visit our Facebook page, or contact us before making a special trip.
Are you open to the public?
After our seasonal hours we are open by appointment only so we can make sure someone is available to help you.
Our availability may change during the year depending on the season, weather, and which plants are ready. Please schedule your visit before coming to the plant farm.
How do I schedule a visit?
You can use our Plan Your Visit page or contact us by phone or text at 470-206-5893.
Let us know the day and approximate time you would like to visit. Your visit is not scheduled until you receive confirmation from us.
Where are you located?
Bobby & Lynn’s Plant Farm is located at:
4055 Mount Tabor Church Road
Dallas, Georgia 30157
Because we are a small backyard plant farm, please make an appointment before arriving.
What should I bring when shopping for plants?
Photos and measurements of the planting area are extremely helpful.
You may also want to bring information about how much sunlight the area receives, pictures of nearby buildings or trees, and an estimate of how many plants you need.
The more we know about the planting location, the easier it is to suggest plants that should work well there.
Our Beginner’s Guide to Planting Flowering Shrubs can help you evaluate sunlight, spacing, soil, mature size, and other important conditions before buying.
Our free garden guides can help you measure your space, track sunlight, and plan before your visit.
Can groups or garden clubs visit?
Yes. We welcome small groups and garden clubs by prior arrangement. Because parking is limited, please contact us in advance so we can discuss the number of visitors, available dates, and the best way to accommodate your group.
Plant Availability and Purchasing
How can I find out which plants are available?
Plant availability changes throughout the season. Some plants sell quickly, while others may still be growing and are not ready to sell.
You can contact us before your visit to ask about a particular plant. You can also browse our Plant Directory to learn about many of the plants we commonly grow.
The Plant Directory is not a live inventory list. A plant shown there may not currently be available for purchase.
Do you have the same plants all year?
No. Our selection changes according to the season and which plants are ready.
Some shrubs may remain available for several months. Perennials and seasonal plants may have much shorter selling periods.
Can you hold or reserve a plant?
No. We do not hold or reserve plants.
Plant sales are handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Because our inventory changes quickly, we cannot guarantee that a plant will still be available when you arrive.
Can I prepay for a plant?
No. We do not accept prepayment for plants.
Payment is made when you visit the plant farm and select the plants you are taking home that day.
Do you ship plants?
No. We do not ship plants.
Plants must be purchased and picked up in person at Bobby & Lynn’s Plant Farm in Dallas, Georgia.
Do you sell plants online?
Our website provides plant information, gardening articles, and help choosing plants, but it is not an online plant store.
Plants are selected, purchased, and picked up during an appointment at the plant farm.
Do you sell plants wholesale
We may offer wholesale pricing to landscapers, garden professionals, or other nurseries depending on the plant, quantity, and current availability. Please contact us with the plants and quantities you are looking for so we can let you know what may be available.
Choosing the Right Plant
Can you help me choose a plant for my yard?
Yes. Helping customers select plants that fit their yards is an important part of what we do.
We consider sunlight, mature size, soil moisture, drainage, bloom color, maintenance needs, available space, and nearby trees or structures.
We would rather help you select a plant suited to your conditions than sell you something that is likely to struggle.
You may also want to use our free plant-planning guides before visiting. They can help you compare sunlight, mature plant size, spacing, and growing conditions.
What does full sun mean?
Full sun generally means an area receives at least six hours of direct sunlight each day.
However, six hours of morning sun is very different from six hours of intense Georgia afternoon sun. Pay attention to both the number of sunlight hours and the time of day the area receives them.
Our Guide to Growing Hydrangeas in Georgia explains how morning sun, afternoon shade, and Georgia summers affect different hydrangeas.
How do I know whether my yard has good drainage?
Watch the planting area after a heavy rain.
If water stands for several hours or the soil stays soggy for days, the location may drain poorly. Plants that require well-drained soil can struggle in those conditions.
Our Best Shrubs and Trees for Clay Soil article explains how to plant in clay and which plants tolerate it better.
How close can I plant a shrub to my house?
The proper distance depends on the shrub’s mature width, not its size when you purchase it.
Leave enough room for natural growth, airflow, maintenance, windows, walkways, and the home’s foundation.
Avoid planting shrubs directly against the house simply because they look small at the nursery.
Hydrangea Questions
Which hydrangeas grow well in Georgia?
Several types of hydrangeas can perform well in Georgia, including panicle, smooth, oakleaf, and bigleaf hydrangeas.
The right choice depends on your sunlight, available space, soil drainage, preferred flower style, and how much maintenance you want.
Learn more in our Complete Guide to Growing Hydrangeas in Georgia.
Why is my hydrangea not blooming?
A hydrangea may fail to bloom because of pruning at the wrong time, late frost damage, too much shade, excess fertilizer, wildlife damage, or winter injury.
Before pruning a hydrangea, identify which type you have. Different hydrangeas form their flower buds at different times.
Read Why Is My Hydrangea Not Blooming? 7 Common Causes for a complete troubleshooting guide.
When should I prune my hydrangea?
Pruning time depends on the type of hydrangea.
Panicle and smooth hydrangeas bloom on new growth and can usually be pruned during late winter or early spring.
Many bigleaf and oakleaf hydrangeas bloom on older stems. Heavy pruning at the wrong time can remove the next season’s flower buds.
Can I change the color of my hydrangea blooms?
Some bigleaf hydrangeas can change between shades of blue, purple, and pink depending partly on soil chemistry and aluminum availability.
Not every hydrangea changes color. White hydrangeas generally remain white, and panicle and smooth hydrangeas do not change color based on soil pH.
Where can I find more hydrangea information?
Visit our Hydrangea Help page for information about pruning, planting, watering, bloom problems, sunlight, leaf problems, and individual hydrangea varieties.
You can also download our free All About Hydrangeas eBook.
Planting and Care
When is the best time to plant shrubs in Georgia?
Fall is often an excellent time to plant shrubs in Georgia because the soil remains warm while the air becomes cooler.
Early spring is another good planting period.
Shrubs can be planted during summer, but they require much closer attention to watering and heat stress.
How often should I water a newly planted shrub?
There is no single watering schedule that works for every plant or yard.
Watering frequency depends on temperature, rainfall, soil type, drainage, plant size, sunlight, and how recently the shrub was planted.
Water deeply enough to moisten the original root ball and surrounding soil. Check the soil before watering again.
Read How to Keep Newly Planted Shrubs Alive in Summer for more practical watering advice.
Should I fertilize a new plant?
Proper planting and watering are usually more important than immediately applying fertilizer.
Too much fertilizer can stress new roots or encourage rapid top growth before the root system is ready to support it.
Should I add gravel to the planting hole?
No. Adding gravel to the bottom of a planting hole does not reliably improve drainage.
It is better to choose a suitable location, plant at the proper depth, and correct drainage across a wider area when possible.
How deep should I plant a shrub?
The top of the root ball should generally sit level with, or slightly above, the surrounding soil.
Planting too deeply can reduce oxygen around the roots and lead to root, stem, or crown problems.
Should I mulch around new plants?
Yes. A layer of mulch can help reduce weeds, retain soil moisture, and moderate soil temperature.
Apply approximately two to three inches of mulch over the root area. Keep it several inches away from the stems or trunk.
Plant Problems
Why is my new plant wilting?
Wilting does not always mean a plant needs more water.
Possible causes include heat stress, dry soil, waterlogged soil, root damage, transplant stress, intense afternoon sun, or poor drainage.
Check the soil before watering. Adding water to already-saturated soil can make the problem worse.
Why are the leaves turning yellow?
Yellow leaves can result from too much water, too little water, poor drainage, root stress, nutrient issues, disease, or natural aging.
Look at the entire plant rather than one leaf. Consider whether the soil is wet or dry and whether the plant was recently transplanted.
Can you identify a plant problem from a picture?
Pictures can help us narrow down possible causes, but they do not always provide enough information for a definite diagnosis.
Include a picture of the entire plant, close-ups of damaged leaves, the soil and planting area, sunlight information, and your watering routine.
Is a wilted plant always dying?
No. Some plants wilt temporarily during intense afternoon heat and recover when temperatures cool.
Check the plant again early in the morning. Persistent wilting, especially when the soil is extremely wet or dry, needs closer attention.
Purchasing and Plant Policies
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept cash and electronic payments processed through PayPal.
Payment is made at the plant farm after you have selected your plants. We do not accept checks or prepayment to reserve plants.
Do you guarantee plants?
Plants are living things, and their success depends heavily on planting, watering, sunlight, weather, soil, drainage, and ongoing care after they leave the plant farm.
Please ask about our current plant policy before purchasing. We are always glad to provide practical planting and care guidance.
Do you provide landscaping or planting services?
We primarily grow plants and help customers choose suitable plants for their yards.
We do not operate as a full-service landscaping company.
Still Have a Question?
Every yard is different. Sunlight, soil, drainage, nearby trees, available space, and personal preferences all affect which plants will work best.
Contact Bobby & Lynn’s Plant Farm if you need help choosing a plant or planning your visit.
Phone or text: 470-206-5893
Location: 4055 Mount Tabor Church Road, Dallas, Georgia 30157