With inevitable dry spells ahead of us during the hot summer months, you may choose to water your lawn grass. And for newly planted (2 years) trees, shrubs and perennials there is no choice – you MUST water sufficiently in order for them to thrive. As with most things, there is a right way and […]
There are all kinds of herbs and plants that are natural repellents to summer’s annoying mosquitoes. Fill your porch or deck with these and mosquitoes will be more likely to keep their distance and let you enjoy summer nights in peace! Lavender – EVERYONE should be growing lavender somewhere in their landscape! The beautiful purple […]
It’s actually an easy battle to win, when you have the right weapons! Here’s a look at some of the nastiest bugs you’ll come across this month and what you can do to eliminate – or better still, prevent – them. Spider Mites – The symptoms of their presence is pale green and/or yellowing leaves, […]
Last month we explored the options for feeding your flowers and blooming shrubs. Now let’s take a look at feeding evergreens, non-flowering shrubs, and all kinds of trees. Remember a good meal is EXACTLY what they need for a great growing season! Fertilizer is like vitamins and nutrients that we take in for a healthy […]
Cool season vegetables are on their way out, so keep the dinner table full with warm season veggies you can plant today! Here are some great warm-season veggies you can plant and some tips on growing a bumper crop! In addition to that summer classic Tomatoes (click here to read last month’s article on growing […]
Some of the showiest flowers in the garden come from heat-loving summer bulbs and plants you can pop in the ground this month. Dahlias, Gladiola and lots more will turn your garden into a showplace! Here are some suggestions for creating a gorgeous summer flower garden for your consideration… With all of these heat-loving flowers, […]
Around your deck, on the porch, or incorporated into your landscape, Tropical Plants add a fabulous island flavor to their surroundings. The Evergreen of Johnson Greenhouses are ready to help bring the tropics to YOUR home and make you feel as though you’re on vacation all summer long! Tropicals should be fertilized with a water […]
Snails and slugs – blech. They are an inevitable sight in May but the GOOD news is that you can – and should – put a stop to them. They are determined little buggers but this is a war you can win – and we’ve got the weapon to ensure your victory! They’re not […]
For decades now, Evergreen of Johnson City has celebrated the start of the planting season with our Annual Flower & Garden Sale, offering crazy-low prices on some of your favorites through May 12, while supplies last! Better Boy Tomatoes, Sweet Green Bell Peppers & Straight 8 Cucumber plants .22 cents per plant (sold in 4-packs […]
Our veggie experts have come up with some basic tips for growing great tomatoes, whether you are growing one or two plants in containers or a whole garden full, and whether you are growing tiny “Tommy Toe” tomatoes or big beefsteaks! (Be sure to wait until after our “safe” date of May 10th before planting […]
