Tennessee Wholesale Nursery (www.tennesseewholesalenursery.com) has a 3.5 out of 5 rating on OK.one, based on 105 user reviews collected here. It is listed under Home & Garden and its reputation is mixed. Opinions are polarized: 61% rate it 4 stars or higher while 25% give 1 star; The business has replied to 100% of negative reviews. Last updated 2026-08-10.
What people say
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Steve · 5 reviews · Verified · Experienced 2026-04-11 ·
★★★★★
Plants came dead barely even any roots
Plants came dead barely even any roots, waste of money sadly.
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
We're sorry to hear you were disappointed. Bare-root plants naturally have fewer feeder roots than container-grown plants because those roots regenerate after planting. Many also arrive dormant, which can make them appear lifeless even though they are viable. Every order is covered by our 100% Live Arrival Guarantee, and each shipment includes a QR code with planting instructions and a scratch test to help determine whether dormant plants are alive upon arrival.
– Bailey
TN Nursery
I ordered 50 paw paw trees bare roots, these trees were healthy n growing even before I planted. Love Tennessee Wholesale!! Thank you. A satisfied customer
It was a bit of an emotional roller coaster but eventually they grew! Despite planting all of the ferns the same day I received them, none of them seemed like they survived. Then about a month later they started growing! So it's more of a long game, just to set expectations.
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
We're sorry to hear your ferns did not perform as expected. Bare-root ferns often arrive with little visible foliage because they are shipped dormant to reduce transplant stress. Their energy is stored in the root system, and many varieties spend their first season establishing roots before producing significant top growth, with some not emerging until the following spring. Every order is covered by our 100% Live Arrival Guarantee, and our QR code provides planting instructions specific to dormant bare-root plants.
– Bailey
TN Nursery
Trees had very healthy roots, and were larger than I expected compared to other companies that I have ordered from in the past. All are are now thriving!
Never received my order. It was out for delivery on May 2.
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
We're sorry to hear you believe your order was not received. However, USPS tracking shows this package was picked up by an individual at the USPS postal facility in Swan Valley, ID on May 12, 2026, at 10:17 AM. Based on the carrier's delivery confirmation, the order was released to the recipient at the post office.
– Bailey
TN Nursery
Tiffany who is off planting · 1 review · Experienced 2026-05-05 ·
★★★★★
Almost all bareroot trees ordered were dead
I purchased 15 bare root trees and only 1 of them has sprouted leaves after waiting almost 6 spring weeks of waiting, meaning I was sent mostly dead trees. The company refuses to do anything helpful on this issue, stating I didn't purchase a warranty. I replied that I expected to receive plants that were alive and didn't need a warranty if the plants were alive, as I have tended to many trees over the years. They didn't seem to care. Don't buy from this company!
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
We're sorry to hear you were disappointed. Bare-root trees can remain dormant for several weeks after planting, and different species emerge at different times. Every shipment includes a QR code with planting instructions and a scratch test to help determine whether a dormant tree is alive.
Our wholesale orders are covered by our 100% Live Arrival Guarantee. After planting, establishment depends on factors such as soil conditions, weather, watering, drainage, planting depth, transplant shock, and other site conditions outside our control.
– Bailey
Tennessee Wholesale Nursery
Pretty happy with my wholesome orders. Half of them are a month plus over due but the ones that have showed up have been as advertised hopefully they grow well. Retail side I recieved mostly the smallest trees when I had ordered 3 to 4ft and they were a month late with no explanation or cost adjustment so I won't be using the retail store again.
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
Thank you so much for giving us a try! 🌱
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Tree guy · 1 review · Verified · Experienced 2026-04-04 ·
★★★★★
Bad customer service
Wasn’t the company for me!
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
We're sorry to hear we weren't the right fit for your needs. We strive to provide courteous service and assist every customer. Our customer service team is available by phone Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM Central, and AI assists with common questions while real team members review emails.
We appreciate your feedback and wish you the best with your future gardening projects.
– Bailey
Tennessee Wholesale Nursery
two purchases already made from TWN, and the results are great my mulberry trees are doing great, planted over 6 weeks ago they have grown over a foot and a half already. My second purchase Paw trees were planted two days ago a day after I received them, let's wait a bit yet, however the delivery took a few extra days but no complains the trees were in good shape when I got them.
Good job guys!
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
Thank you so much for giving us a try! 🌱
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Robert Williams · 3 reviews · Verified · Experienced 2026-04-03 ·
★★★★★
This is Bob Williams and I received my…
This is Bob Williams and I received my three orders The Papa Trees Mulberry trees in burning bush they're all supposed to be 2 to 3 ft but the pawpaw trees were more like 1 to 2 ft there's a picture I paid $649 for the pawpaw trees. Can I get a price adjustment.
Or just send me some more a few more to make up the difference.I think that's about my 14th order this year and this is the only one that I had a problem with
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
Thank you so much for giving us a try! 🌱
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Elizabeth Moore · 3 reviews · Verified · Experienced 2026-04-02 ·
★★★★★
Order for Southern Grandiflora…
Order for Southern Grandiflora Magnolia(s) arrived in great shape -- nice specimens carefully boxed.
Everything to do with Tennessee Wholesale Nursery has been excellent from placing original order, communicating with the Nursery, and receiving the trees. Even when delivery was delayed due to concerns with weather, the Nursery was prompt in letting us know.
Reply from Tennessee Wholesale Nursery2026-07-07
Thank you so much for giving us a try! 🌱
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Adrian · 2 reviews · Verified · Experienced 2026-04-01 ·
★★★★★
Great seedlings and prompt delivery.
Great seedlings and prompt delivery.. plants are growing fast and healthy!
The entire experience was a true pleasure. From timely arrival to be able to talk on the phone with someone with the sweetest southern voice you could imagine! Highly recommend !!
