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A Surprising Garden Savior

A Surprising Garden Savior

Most folks think of using mulch in winter to help protect plants, shrubs, trees and more from freezing temps.  But mulch is also a summertime essential, working to help everything survive the summer heat unscathed! A layer of mulch will help the soil retain water,...

Easy Peasy Rose Care

Easy Peasy Rose Care

Successfully growing roses in our area is easy when you have advice from experts - and you do!  Our staff of experts has lived and gardened in Upper East TN and SW VA for more decades than we can count.  If you can learn it from a book, we know it.  Just as important,...

The Answer (& The Trees) Are Blowin’ In the Wind!

The Answer (& The Trees) Are Blowin’ In the Wind!

March winds are predicted to be extra crazy this year, which is great for kite flying but NOT so great for newly planted trees! Even trees planted as long ago as last Fall can still fall victim to strong March winds, bending and even breaking when caught in their...

Terrific Tips for Healthy Trees (& Shrubs!)

Terrific Tips for Healthy Trees (& Shrubs!)

The earlier the better when pruning Deciduous trees and shrubs, so do it now!  Winter is the best and least stressful time for any structural pruning and larger cuts that may be required, to remove any  dead, damaged, or weak branches. Avoid topping your trees as this...

Winter Planting

Winter Planting

Winter time is a terrific time to plant trees, shrubs and many perennials!  Adding new trees and shrubs to your landscape this month – or any time this winter – is smarter than you may know – it benefits the tree/shrub itself, and is easier for you too. As long as the...

Poppin’ Color with Shrubs & Trees

Poppin’ Color with Shrubs & Trees

Nothing revitalizes the spirit like a POP of color - especially when it is waiting for you in your yard, when you pull up after a long day.  That POP can put a smile on your face every time!  At Evergreen of Johnson city, we have 3 very special trees and shrubs that...

Summer Watering – Trees & Shrubs

Summer Watering – Trees & Shrubs

As summer temperatures set in, it is important to remember to provide adequate water to any trees and shrubs still in their first two growing seasons. New plantings at this time of year should be watered as follows: Deeply water at planting For the first two weeks,...

February Planting

February Planting

Q: I'm tempted to plant some young trees since the ground is pretty soft due to rains and to the occasional warming spells we've had this winter.  Is it too early?  I don't want them to be killed by any late freezes still to come. You are wise to get a jump...

Winter Flowers for a Winter Garden

Winter Flowers for a Winter Garden

Look for specific perennials and shrubs you can plant today that will reward you with their pretty blooms while winter still lingers.  They are the perfect winter pick-me-ups for the garden or containers! Heather - When most plants are hibernating, you can count...

Discover Delightful Deciduous

Discover Delightful Deciduous

Deciduous trees and shrubs are more than just a gorgeous addition to your landscape.  They play an important role in our whole ecosystem! So what exactly IS a deciduous tree or shrub?   Deciduous trees are basically giant flowering plants....

Watch Your Roses DRIFT into Fall

Watch Your Roses DRIFT into Fall

Lots of folks associate roses with summer, but many roses these days are continually producing their color right through to fall!  And in case you weren't aware, the rose's old fashioned reputation for being hard to grow is - well, old fashioned!  We offer...

A Crape Myrtle

A Crape Myrtle

Isn't it amazing that those gorgeous Crape Myrtles around town are STILL holding on to their fabulous color?! They'll continue to do so into autumn! No wonder they are one of the most popular trees/shrubs in our area.  They thrive here!  Your only problem with them...

Hydrangea Envy

Hydrangea Envy

Nothing screams "Southern Landscape" like a big beautiful Hydrangea!  The distinctive colors of their big glorious blooms are true show-stoppers.  So stop envying your neighbors' hydrangea and come pick out your own! With the amazing variety of types and...

Summer Color Selections in the Landscape

Summer Color Selections in the Landscape

Beautiful summer color goes beyond just summer flowers. You can incorporate summer blooming shrubs for beautiful color year after year. Check out some of these great choices for long time summer color in the landscape. Roses: Landscape roses have surged in popularity...