This time of year finds many lawns heavily stressed from summer heat and weeds. Many homeowners think the solution is to buy grass seed and throw it out there in hopes of counteracting this. Evergreen of Johnson City is here to remind you that summer is absolutely NOT the right time of year to manage […]
Summer is the best season to enjoy a beautiful water garden. However the season also brings special challenges in caring for your water garden. But if you know what to do, you can handle the challenge! The super bright sun and soaring temps warm the water, causing lower oxygen levels. This in turn can lead […]
Step under a shade tree on a hot summer East Tennessee day and the temperature immediately lowers at least ten degrees or more – what’s not to love about THAT?! In addition to being just plain beautiful and offering that welcome break from the sun, shade trees planted close to the house can help save […]
They taste great, they’re great for your health, they’re easy and affordable to grow – there is just no downside to growing your own berries! So why haven’t you started yet? The EJC experts stand ready to help you with free, expert advice for successfully growing berry shrubs and vines in our area. And there […]
It’s no wonder that Hydrangeas have become the staple of a beautiful Southern landscape! Unlike most shrubs, the hydrangea’s blooming period starts in late spring and continues straight through the summer. You might not think that something this gorgeous could be strong enough to stand up to the summer heat, but you’d be wrong! Available […]
‘Skeeters can bring your outdoor fun to a screeching halt this time of year, and smelly, sticky sprays can be an effective – but unpleasant and chemically laden – way to keep them at a distance. Why not use some selections from our extensive Herb Department to repel mosquitoes naturally and beautify your surroundings at […]
At this time of the year, the heat may well have taken a toll on your summer annuals. Especially if you were not quite as quick with the hose or watering can as you should have been! Don’t worry – it happens to the best of us! The problem that leaves us with, though, is […]
Just because you enjoyed “Bambi” doesn’t mean you’re ready to welcome deer to the landscape! While they are beautiful to look at, they can wreak havoc in your landscape. We’re getting lots of reports of deer this year, making themselves at home in the landscape and gardens. The potential damage is significant. They feed on […]
Voles, not to be confused with the garden pest moles, are members of the rodent family – sometimes called the “field mouse.” Most voles prefer to eat partake in the vegetarian lifestyle, so when they come upon your vegetable garden, they are likely to see it as the worlds biggest & best all-you-can-eat salad bar! […]
Succulents are one of the biggest growing trends in gardening and it’s easy to see why! These water saving plants love bright sunshine & the heat of summer days. They are slow growers that store water in the leaves or stems so that means no pruning/deadheading and no need to water frequently. Provide them lots of sunlight […]
